Can unpublished authors give National workshops?
Absolutely. As an unpublished author, however, you need to be very sure that the Committee has all the information (handout and/or complete outline and detailed credentials as a speaker) from which to make their decision. Also, there are several slots reserved on Friday night for unpublished workshop presenters. Since the published members are often off partying that evening with their agents/editors, the Committee relies on unpublished people to present the Friday night lineup. If you’re interested, please mark your application as a submission for a Friday night slot.
