58th Annual UND Writers Conference, "Who Tells the Story"

Join us for "Who Tells the Story," from March 22–24, 2027.

Conference Information and Registration

Our 2027 conference, "Who Tells the Story," will feature three days of panel discussions, featured author readings, community workshops, open mics, and more. All UND Writers Conference events are free and open to the public.

Registration for in-person and online attendees will go live several months before the start of the conference. Please check back regularly for updated registration information!

Featured Authors & Artists | Recommended Reading

We are currently finalizing our list of featured authors and artists. The featured authors for our 2027 conference include a stellar lineup of award-winning writers, artists, and publishing professionals—many of whom have ties to the Northern Plains and the Midwest!

We are thrilled to welcome Jung Yun, Jennifer Eli Bowen, Kristine Langley Mahler, and other soon-to-be-announced featured guests to UND for "Who Tells the Story." Learn more about our featured guests and their books.

Conference Location and Accessibility

All events are free and open to the public. In-person events during the three-day literary festival will be held in UND's Memorial Union, an accessible facility. Live-captioning is provided during the live-streamed events. Read more about accessibility and accommodations at the UND Writers Conference.

Parking during the UND Writers Conference

The official parking location for the UND Writers Conference is the parking ramp at the intersection of University Avenue and Columbia Road.

The UND Writers Conference is pleased to provide parking for our community members, off-campus guests, and alumni for all three days of the conference, exclusively in the parking ramp. (UND faculty, students, and staff will need to park in their regularly designated lots.)

Disclaimer

Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed during the UND Writers Conference or on its website do not necessarily reflect those of the University of North Dakota or any of our sponsors/donors.

Media Requests

Please direct media requests for the 58th Annual UND Writers Conference to Patrick Henry, Director, UND Writers Conference, at patrick.henry@UND.edu.