An award-winning radio-documentary producer, longtime journalist, and retired syndicated columnist for the Miami Herald, Leonard Pitts Jr. is also the author of multiple novels, including 54 Miles and Before I Forget.  

Find out what he has to say about building your own multifaceted literary career during the 2026 Washington Writers Conference! He’s just one of the dozens of publishing pros and literary agents who’ll be on hand to share their expertise.

Wherever you are on your creative path, don’t miss this chance to let the Washington Writers Conference move you farther along it. Register NOW!

The 2026 Washington Writers Conference happens May 1-2 at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Rockville, MD. Learn more here.