Jambalaya Writers' Conference

Writers and readers are invited to the Terrebonne Parish Library for a glimpse into the world of literary publishing at this free conference. Panelists will include Karen Knotts, actress and author of the book Tied Up in Knotts, which is a tribute to her father, famous actor Don Knotts (panel at 4:30 pm). Other panelists include Farren Clark, Hannah Kate Stallo, J. Bruce Fuller and Nathaniel Rich; topics include poetry, world building, and book marketing. There will also be opportunities for writers to pitch their completed manuscripts to editors, and the "First Page American Idol" will allow writers to receive anonymous feedback from a panel of professional judges. 1 pm–6 pm. Free. mytpl.org/jwc. Contact Jessica Mouton at (985) 876-5861 or jwc@mytpl.org for more information.