2024 Conference & Bookfair Registration
An in-person registration to #AWP24 includes admission to all events, readings, panel discussions, meetings, the bookfair, and public receptions over the days of the conference, Thursday, February 8, through Saturday, February 10. Meals, lodging, and travel are not included. All in-person registration rates also include all virtual programming and content.
Virtual-only registration includes access to prerecorded virtual events, as well as a limited number of select events streaming live from the Kansas City Convention Center.
The purchase of a bookfair table or booth includes two complimentary Bookfair Setup Access (BSA) registrations, which also allow full access to the conference and bookfair. Students, faculty, and staff of sponsoring institutions should check with their program or organization before purchasing a registration on their own as they may be eligible for a complimentary sponsor registration.
All conference registrations must be purchased online or on-site with a credit or debit card. We do not accept checks or cash. All registrations are final and nonrefundable. If you are uncertain whether you will attend the conference in person, please wait to purchase.
Become an AWP member today to receive discounted conference registration. When you register for #AWP24, you will also gain access to our extensive member benefits, including a subscription to The Writer's Chronicle, the AWP Job List, the Writer's Calendar, and the Directory of Members. If you are already a member, login to purchase your discounted registration! To save even more, select “Registration + One-Year Membership Bundle” from the registration options to bundle your registration and one-year membership. If your membership has not yet expired, the one-year membership included in the bundle will begin the day after your current membership lapses.
Registration Rates & Periods
AWP Member Rates
| Early-bird August 15–November 20 |
Preregistration November 21–February 6 |
On-site February 7–10 |
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| In-Person Member Rate | $250 | $300 | $435 |
| Virtual-Only Member Rate | $50 | $60 | $70 |
Non-Member Rates
| Early-bird August 15–November 20 |
Preregistration November 21–February 6 |
On-site February 7–10 |
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| In-Person Nonmember Rate | $335 | $385 | $540 |
| Virtual-Only Nonmember Rate | $65 | $75 | $85 |
AWP Membership & Registration Rates
Become an AWP member today to receive discounted conference registration and gain access to our extensive member benefits , a value of $75 for one year! Select "Registration + One-Year Membership Bundle" from the registration options to bundle your registration and one-year membership. If your membership has not yet expired, the one-year membership included in the bundle will begin the day after your current membership lapses.
| Early-bird August 15–November 20 |
Preregistration November 21–February 6 |
On-site February 7–10 |
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| In-Person Member Rate + $75 AWP Membership | $325 | $375 | $510 |
| Virtual-Only Member Rate + $75 AWP Membership | $125 | $135 | N/A |
Presenter Registration
| Early-bird August 15–November 20 |
Preregistration November 21–February 6 |
On-site February 7–10 |
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| In-Person Presenter | $95 | $100 | $125 |
| Virtual-Only Presenter* | $50 | $50 | $50 |
| In-Person Presenter + special $49 AWP Membership** | $144 | $149 | $174 |
| Virtual-Only Presenter + special $49 AWP Membership** | $99 | $99 | $99 |
*Virtual presenters who do not wish to attend the conference outside of presenting on their prerecorded panel are not required to purchase a registration.
**Presenters are eligible for a discounted $49 one-year membership with AWP if purchased as a bundle with their registration. Become an AWP member today to gain access to our extensive member benefits. Select "Presenter Registration + One-Year Membership Bundle" from the registration options to bundle your registration and one-year membership. If your membership has not yet expired, the one-year membership included in the bundle will begin the day after your current membership lapses.
Special Registration Rates
| Early-bird August 15–November 20 |
Preregistration November 21–February 6 |
On-site February 7–10 |
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| College or University Student Registration* | $65 | $70 | $150 |
| Senior (65 and Up) Registration** | $100 | $105 | $175 |
| Saturday-Only Conference Registration*** | N/A | NA | $25 |
* Students must present a valid student ID or current class schedule
** Seniors must present a valid ID.
*** The Saturday Pass can be purchased beginning early 2024 or on-site on Saturday, February 10, 2024, and includes admission to all conference events (with the exception of private receptions), as well as the bookfair. Saturday-only registrants will not have access to virtual programming.
Bulk Registration
Are you looking to bring your class or a group of ten or more? Please contact registration@awpwriter.org.
Looking for AWP Conference Community Scholarship information?
The AWP Conference Community Scholarship provides an opportunity to attend the conference for free to awarded applicants identifying as BIPOC, disabled, LGBTQ+, and/or low-income from the local region where the conference is held.
Looking for the Work-Exchange Program?
In exchange for four hours of on-site conference support, participants in the Work-Exchange Program receive a free registration.The work-exchange opportunity will open in September.
Other questions about registration?
Visit our Registration FAQ or email registration@awpwriter.org.
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Registration Confirmation
You will receive a confirmation email at the address you provided with your registration information during purchase. Please ensure that your email address is correct when registering. You may change the name and affiliation at any point before Tuesday, February 6, 2024, under My Registrations in your AWP user account.
Help Desk
Wednesday, February 7, 2024: 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 8, 2024: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday, February 9, 2024: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 10, 2024: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
The help desk will be available during each day of the conference. Please email registration@awpwriter.org should you have any questions or concerns.
Sponsor & Partner Waivers
As a benefit of supporting the conference, all sponsors and literary partners receive an allocated number of registration waivers, based on their level of sponsorship. Confirmed sponsors and partners will be contacted by AWP with instructions for submitting their waiver lists. All lists must be received by January 24, 2024. Unclaimed waivers will be forfeited.
Press Passes
We appreciate all coverage of our annual conference. Requests for press passes must be made in writing from the editor of the media organization on behalf of the journalist to registration@awpwriter.org by January 24, 2024. The request must specifically detail how the pass will be used to cover the conference. To attend as a member of the press, you must provide valid press credentials to the registration coordinator so that you may receive your conference registration. Photography, videography, and sound recordings are not permitted at the conference without AWP's written consent.
