Books on the Bosque Writing Conference
POSTED: Friday, October 17, 2025
November 8 will bring a day filled with informative and entertaining speakers at Books on the Bosque. Dynamic author/pilot Nancy Robinson Masters returns, along with Nancy Bright, a writer, rancher, instructor, and board member of the Western Writers of America.
Bright brings a workshop on the Elements of the Western Novel in morning sessions, while in the afternoon Masters will present $hort $tuff! How to $hape, $mooth, and $harpen Writing that $ells! (And, yes, those are dollar signs for S in the title.) Read below to hear all about these info-packed workshops.
Admission for the workshop is $30 and includes a continental breakfast. Lunch is provided at 11:30 (by donation).
The day kicks off at 9 a.m. with breakfast and check-in. Sessions begin at 9:30. The day concludes with the awards presentation for the winners of the 4th Annual Books on the Bosque Writing Contest at 3 p.m. Admission to the awards ceremony is free.
Our thanks go out to our sponsors:
Roland & Joyce Jones
Steve & Leslie McConnico
First Security State Bank
Savannah Lea - State Farm Insurance
Natalie Bright - Elements of the Western Novel
New generations of fans are discovering the genre and Bright will explore its appeal, pointing out what is real about the cowboy culture and what’s embellished by Hollywood. The unique characters, self-reliance, vast landscapes, and good vs. evil themes all come together to make westerns so unforgettable. These elements can be applied to all genres of writing.
The second half of Bright’s presentation will include writing exercises on first lines, promotion tag lines, and characterization.
Bright and her husband own The Sanford Ranch, a 30,000-acre cow/calf operation located in the Texas Panhandle. A freelance writer, blogger, and a writing instructor, Bright currently serves on the Board of Directors of the 700-member Western Writers of America.
Nancy Robinson Masters - $hort $tuff! How to $hape, $mooth, and $harpen Writing that $ells!
Nancy Robinson Masters returns to share practical, proven ways to hone your writing to make it stand out in today’s marketplace! Strap into the co-pilot seat with an award-winning pilot/author/speaker for a fast paced trip of techniques you can use writing in any genre.
“Mysteries or memoirs, drama or humor, fact or fiction—let me show (not tell) what I’ve learned earning a living as a freelance writer that will immediately help you write what you love so others will love what you write!”
Nancy is the author of more than 30 books and thousands of feature articles and stories who will show, not tell, how to KISS (Keep It Short and Simple) by saying a lot in a little! Whether writing a 300 word children’s story or weaving a family saga nove, you can successfully land readers by applying what Nancy has learned. Grab your cap and goggles and get ready for a fun, fast-paced trip that will keep you climbing on course toward your writing goals.
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Books on the Bosque Conference Schedule
9 a.m. Registration/Complimentary Continental Breakfast
9:30-11:30 Natalie Bright
11:30-12:30 Lunch by Donation
12:30-2:30 Nancy Robinson Masters
3 p.m. Awards Ceremony for Writing Contest
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