Texas High Plains Writers

Canyon Fair on the Square
2026-07-04 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Canyon, Texas Square
Authors may reserve a spot at the THPW Booth for only $20. This is a great opportunity to connect with the community at a well-attended event.
Authors must reserve their space in advance. Contact info@texashighplainswriters.com for payment information.

Route 66 Centennial Festival
2026-06-13 11:00 - 19:00 | Historic Rt 66, 6th Street, Amarillo, TX, Amarillo, TX, United States
Route 66 Centennial Festival
The Grand Finale: Saturday, June 13, 2026
The festival ends with a bang on Saturday, June 13, in Amarillo—with a massive celebration on the city’s historic 6th Avenue, one of the most iconic stretches of Route 66 in the state.
Paid THPW authors will have the opportunity to have a spot at the THPW booth in the center of 6th Street, but places are limited. Please reserve your part of the table in advance for only $20 by contacting info@texashighplainswriters.com.

Readilicious Book Fair
2026-06-06 11:00 - 15:00 | 4400 S. Washington St B, Amarillo, TX, 4400 S. Washington St B, Amarillo, TX, United States
THPW Authors (paid) have the opportunity to reserve a spot at the THPW booth for only $20. This is a wonderful event to sell books and connect with the community.
This will be at the Party Suites. Spots are limited, and Authors must reserve their place in advance. Contact info@texashighplainswriters.com for payment and set-up information.

First Friday Art Walk
2026-06-05 17:00 - 21:00 | The Arts at Sunset

May 16 Program
2026-05-16 09:30 - 12:30 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.

March 21 Program
2026-03-21 09:30 - 12:30 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.

Feb. First Friday Art Walk
2026-02-06 17:00 - 21:00 | The Arts at Sunset
https://www.artsinthesunset.org/firstfriday
The Arts at Sunset, Western and Plains Blvd.

November 15th Book Fair and Social
2025-11-15 10:00 - 20:00 | 4400 S. Washington St B, Amarillo, TX, 4400 S. Washington St B, Amarillo, TX, United States
Join us at the Readiculous Book Fair. THPW will host a triple booth for paid members to sell their own books, promote THPW, and sell anthologies.

2025 Frontiers in Writing Conference
2025-09-26 09:00 - 2025-09-27 17:00 | Embassy Suites Amarillo Downtown, 550 S Buchanan St, Amarillo, TX, 79101, United States
New Frontiers in Writing is an opportunity for writers of all stripes to come together with industry VIPs, delving into the craft and business of writing, as well as exploring IP utilization that goes beyond the published page. In addition to two full days of classes and workshops, attendees will have ticketed access to the Grown-up Book Fair, keynote luncheon, and agent/editor pitch room. Registered attendees also get FREE and exclusive access to monthly Zoom sessions taught by industry professionals. Bonus sessions will occur on the first Monday, January through September 2025.

May 17 Program, Lauren Brownell
2025-05-17 09:30 - 12:30 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.
Lauren will present a variation of her “Happier, Healthier Aging Through Writing” program.
Have you ever taken a moment to consider how you and your writing can evolve as you age? In this unique, research-informed presentation for experienced writers, we’ll explore how writing can be a powerful companion in the aging process: increasing resilience, reducing stress, improving cognitive function, and connecting you to community and purpose.
🧠 Learn the science behind the importance of creativity and aging—and how writing strengthens the brain
🔥 Rekindle creative fire by reframing your current practice
🔍 Consider your life, legacy, and purpose
📚 Reconnect with the why behind your writing
NOTE: We will take 10-15 minutes from our schedule for our 2025 Anthology authors to sign the new copies for our members. Please bring your copies or purchase an anthology that day.

March 15th Program, Jody Holland
2025-03-15 09:30 - 23:15 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.

Frontiers in Writing February Bonus Zoom with Kate Hall
2025-02-03 19:00 - 20:00
Don’t miss our first bonus Zoom talk on Monday, Feb. 3rd at 7 p.m., featuring Kate Hall, guru of digital marketing and author. You will be eligible to attend if you have signed up for the New Frontiers in Writing Conference by 5 p.m. on Monday. Don’t forget we have a payment option! https://www.eventzilla.net/e/new-frontiers-in-writing-2025-2138641275

January Program
2025-01-18 09:30 - 13:00 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.
Flash Fiction 101
Facilitated by Kim Black, our program will explain Flash Fiction exercises and their value to both beginner and seasoned professional writers. Please come prepared to write and share.

2024 Mini-Conference
2024-09-21
Save the date!

Craft Talk - Inaugural Roundtable via Zoom
2024-06-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom Link
Zoom link incoming. Watch out!

2024 Speed Networking for Critique Partners
2024-05-18 09:30 - 12:30 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.
Board of Directors Meeting
8:45 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Check-In and Meet & Greet
9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Business Meeting
10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Program/Presentation
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Critique Session
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Tim Lewis, WTAMU Professor and Author
2024-03-16 09:30 - 2024-03-17 09:30 | FirstBank Southwest, Edward Davis Room 9th Floor, 600 S. Tyler St.
