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The following prices include the conference, hotel, and your meals. After you select your room options and additional add-ons (shuttle service, VIP lunch, pre-conference workshops), scroll down to the bottom of the page to enter your registration information and applicable discount codes. Register Today. Take advantage of the early-bird discount of $50 off full registration—available only through November 15. Use code earlybird. 


  • Enjoy the comfort and privacy of a single room with its own bathroom located in the Linwood section of the lodge. This package covers all meals from Wednesday dinner to Saturday lunch. You can also choose a two-day option that includes meals for either Wednesday/Thursday or Thursday/Friday. Your conference registration fee is included in the rate. Please note that space is limited, so book early to secure your spot.

  • Enjoy the comfort and privacy of a single room with its own bathroom located in the Linwood section of the lodge. This package covers meals for one dinner to the next day's lunch. Your conference registration fee is included in the rate. Please note that space is limited, so book early to secure your spot.

  • Enjoy a shared double room with a private bathroom located in the lodge’s Linwood section. The rate includes all meals from Wednesday’s dinner to Saturday’s lunch, as well as your conference fee. Choose between a two-day stay for either Wednesday/Thursday or Thursday/Friday.

    Please note: Each double room must be shared by two guests. If you need assistance finding a roommate, do not hesitate to contact Susan Neal, the conference director, for help. If you prefer a private room, consider the Linwood Single or Oakwood Single options. Please note that space is limited, so book early to secure your spot.

  • Enjoy a shared double room with a private bathroom located in the lodge’s Linwood section. This package covers meals for one dinner to the next day's lunch, as well as your conference fee.

  • This package includes a single room with twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. This package covers all meals from Wednesday dinner to Saturday lunch. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

  • This package includes a single room with twin beds and a shared hall bath. This package covers meals for one dinner to the next day's lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

  • This package includes a single room with twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. This package covers meals for one dinner to the next day's lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

  • This package includes a shared double room with twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. The rate includes all meals from Wednesday’s dinner to Saturday’s lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

    Please note: Each double room must be shared by two guests. If you need assistance finding a roommate, do not hesitate to contact Susan Neal, the conference director, for help. If you prefer a private room, consider the Linwood Single or Oakwood Single options. Please note that space is limited, so book early to secure your spot.

  • This package includes a shared double room with twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. This package covers meals for one dinner to the next day's lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

  • This package includes a shared double room with twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. The rate includes all meals from Wednesday’s dinner to Saturday’s lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

    Please note: Each double room must be shared by two guests. If you need assistance finding a roommate, do not hesitate to contact Susan Neal, the conference director, for help. If you prefer a private room, consider the Linwood Single or Oakwood Single options. Please note that space is limited, so book early to secure your spot.

  • This package includes a shared room with three twin beds and a shared hall bathroom. The rate includes all meals from Wednesday’s dinner to Saturday’s lunch, as well as your conference fee. These rooms are conveniently located near the dining room and chapel.

  • Bring your RV and stay right on the Blue Lake Camp property! Enjoy a beautiful lakeside setting with convenient access to all conference activities. Only 3 full-hookup RV sites are available, each offering electricity, water, and sewer connections, so reserve your site early. The following registration reserves your space from Wednesday, March 7 through Saturday, March 10 (checking out after lunch).

  • Bring your RV and stay right on the Blue Lake Camp property! Enjoy a beautiful lakeside setting with convenient access to all conference activities. Only 3 full-hookup RV sites are available, each offering electricity, water, and sewer connections, so reserve your site early. The following registration reserves your space from Wednesday, March 7 through Saturday, March 10 (checking out after lunch).

Commuter Rates

  • Without Meals

  • With all meals included

  • One meal

  • Two meals

  • Two Meals

  • Four Meals

  • Three Meals

  • Five Meals

Writing Retreat Only Package

If your idea of a perfect retreat is focusing solely on your writing without the distraction of attending conference sessions, our Writing Retreat Package is designed just for you. Enjoy the tranquility and inspiration of Blue Lake, with accommodations and meals, and access to general sessions only (no classes) from Wednesday to Sunday. This package does not allow you to purchase the downloadable recordings of the sessions. This package is perfect for writers seeking a peaceful environment to make significant progress on their projects, yet be able to share meals, worship, and listen to keynotes with colleagues. This package is available for one or two days or the whole conference.

Price is 20% off any package above. Simply enter writingretreat in the Coupon Code section.

*A limited number of scholarships are available. For more information about our scholarship opportunities, please visit our Scholarships page.

I acknowledge and accept that I will not be allowed to attend any classes if I proceed in using the writingretreat coupon code to register for the writers retreat only.

ADDITIONAL ADD ONS NOT INCLUDED IN ABOVE PACKAGES

You will be charged 50% for your room or commuter registration, but payment will be required in full for add-ons at this time.


PLEASE NOTE:

Shuttle service will be available for flights that arrive before 3:00 PM CST on Wednesday, April 7, 2027 and for departures after 11:00 AM CST on Saturday, April 10, 2027. Please note:
– The Destin airport is about 60 minutes from the conference site.
– The Pensacola airport is about 90 minutes away.

If your flight does not arrive or depart within these shuttle windows, you will need to arrange your own transportation to and from the conference. Thank you for your understanding.

Add Ons

  • Shuttle Service

    Round trip from Destin-Fort Walton Beach airport

    To reserve your spot on the shuttle, please provide your flight details, including arrival and departure times, using the form below. This ensures a smooth transfer to and from the conference.

    Price $80.00

  • Shuttle Service

    Round trip to and from the Pensacola Airport.

    To reserve your spot on the shuttle, please provide your flight details, including arrival and departure times, using the form below. This ensures a smooth transfer to and from the conference.

    Price $95.00

  • VIP Lunch - Babbie Mason

    Enhance your conference experience with our exclusive VIP Lunch on Thursday. Enjoy a delicious meal in a private setting while gaining valuable insights from Babbie Mason.
    The cost is just $25 for this enriching experience.

    Price $25.00

  • VIP Lunch - Vincent Davis

    Enhance your conference experience with our exclusive VIP Lunch on Friday. Enjoy a delicious meal in a private setting while gaining valuable insights from Vincent Davis. The cost is just $25 for this enriching experience.

    Price $25.00

  • Conference recordings

    Maximize your conference experience by purchasing audio recordings of the sessions. Whether you want to revisit the workshops you attended or catch those you missed, these recordings allow you to continue learning long after the event.

    Price $40.00

  • Pre-Conference Workshop

    Book Planning—From Idea to Manuscript to Masterpiece (Beg/Int) by Sharon Elliott (Literary Agent)

    You have held this book idea in your heart and mind long enough. It’s time to get it out of your brain and down onto paper. But you want to do more than write it; you want it to touch the souls of your audience, and you want it to be spectacular. This workshop helps develop your thinking and writing to reach that goal. Learn to think like an acquisitions editor and publisher as you write the book, to capture your reader’s attention and soul, and to organize your thoughts so they flow beautifully on the page. Taught by literary agent and multi-published author Dr. Sharon Norris Elliott, you will walk away from this workshop positioned to be a best-selling published author.

    Price $50.00

Professional Headshots

Enhance your professional presence with a high-quality headshot! Professional photographer, Rita Kukuk will be offering her photography services at the conference. You will pay her directly by cash, check, credit card, PayPal, or Venmo at the conference.  Sign up for your headshot appointment below. Upon arrival, you can check the headshot appointment sheet at the registration desk. This is a great opportunity to update your professional image. 

$60 (Includes one edited headshot. Additional edited headshots are $25.)

SIGN UP HERE


Living Waters Awards Contest

We are excited to announce the 2027 Living Water Writing Contest. This contest is open to all conference attendees for numerous categories, giving you ample opportunity to showcase your work. It is thrilling to hear your name announced as the winner.

All proceeds from the contest will be used to fund conference scholarships, helping others to attend and benefit from this incredible event. To enter, complete the application at https://bluelakecwr.com/living-waters-awards/.

Entry fee of $45.00 per submission


Christian Indie Awards Contest

Since its inception in 2008, the Christian Indie Awards has recognized the exceptional contributions of independent authors and small publishers to Christian literature. The 2027 awards are accepting entries until October 1, 2026, for books published between 2024, 2025, and 2026. For more information and to submit your work, visit https://christianaward.com/.


CAN Marketing Awards Contest

Have you put great effort into promoting your book? Enter the Christian Authors Network (CAN) Excellence in Marketing Awards before it closes on December 1, 2026. The top three winners each receive a comprehensive publicity packet, including a book announcement sent to 15,000 Christian readers, 1400 Christian retailers, 400 media, and 300 book review bloggers. The grand prize winner receives an exclusive publicity package from Jones Literary public relations firm valued at $1995. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your book’s profile and gain the recognition your hard work deserves. For more details and to enter the awards, visit https://christianauthorsnetwork.com/marketing-award/.SIGN UP HERE

Registration Information

***PLEASE NOTE:  If you have a family member who would like to attend but not attend classes. Please register them as a commuter and include their name in the notes for your registration so we can make sure they are your roommate.

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If you paid a deposit, the remaining balance will be automatically deducted on February 1, 2027.

Full refunds, minus $225, are available through February 1, 2027.

A $25 administrative fee will apply to any registration changes.

Please note: If you did not apply a discount code at the time of registration, we are unable to apply any discounts afterward.

Please note: If we must cancel the event due to circumstances beyond our control (such as communicable diseases, pandemics, or other unforeseen events), your payment will be applied to next year's conference.

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