The International Women’s Writing Guild (IWWG) is hosting their 63rd Annual Big Apple Conference on Saturday and Sunday, April 14-15, 2012, at the National Arts Club in NYC. Founded in 1976, the International Women’s Writing Guild is a “network for the personal and professional empowerment of women through writing.” Whether you are an established author or an aspiring writer, the Big Apple Conference offers unique opportunities for honing your craft. The weekend agenda includes workshops and panels on writing, and a session for authors to pitch their ideas to agents. Scheduled speakers, event information, and registration fees can be found at //www.iwwg.org/63rd-big-apple-conference.