October 3-5, 2008
Hilton Atlanta Northeast
Norcross, GA
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FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
Q: Once I register, do I
receive a confirmation email?
A: Yes. You receive confirmation as well as a link to our Atlanta page which includes transportation
and local attractions information. MMregistrar@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Q: I'm a
Maggie finalist. How do I schedule my special Friday Editor & Agent
appointment?
A: You’ll be notified with a special invitation and contact information
regarding an extra Friday Editor or Agent appointment. MMappointments@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Q: I have
to cancel my registration. What’s the procedure?
A: You must notify the Registrar ASAP via email at MMregistrar@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Cancellations received by Friday, Sept. 12, 2008, are subject to a $50 cancellation
fee. Unfortunately, no refunds for cancellations are possible after that date.
Q: I’m a
Maggie Finalist, but cannot attend the conference. What should I do?
A: Please email Maggie@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Q: I’m an
agent, editor, or a special invited guest, i.e. keynote speaker, and have
questions regarding hotel accommodations, airport transfers, etc. Who should I
contact?
A: Editors and agents, please email your questions to MMAsstChair@georgiaromancewriters.org. Special invited
guests including our keynote speaker and GRW speaker, contact MMChair@georgiaromancewriters.org
Q: I am a
speaker/presenter for the conference. How soon do I receive a workshop schedule?
A: A copy of your workshop schedule, along with any additional
information, is sent to you approximately thirty days before the conference.
Any questions can be emailed to MMPrograms@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Q: How do
I make hotel reservations for the conference?
A: The only way you’re guaranteed to receive the low 2008 Moonlight
& Magnolias Conference rate of $75.00/night (plus applicable fees and
taxes) as long as the room block is available is to use the Hotel Reservation
button on the left to the left which takes you directly to our special hotel link.
Q: I have
special dietary needs. Who do I notify?
A: If your need is non-health oriented, please contact MMregistrar@georgiaromancewriters.org. If you have a
specific health issue, such as a food allergy, please contact the hotel
directly at 770-447-4747.
Q: I need
to plan my travel arrangements and don’t want to miss anything. Is a conference
schedule available?
A: A complete list of M&M programs and workshops are available at
the 2008 M&M Schedule.
Q: I’m
from out of town and want to visit local attractions. Where can I access
tourism information?
A: Atlanta has a wide variety of sightseeing possibilities. To check
out our Atlanta Info & Travel page, Click here!
Q: How do
I get from the airport to the hotel?
A: Shuttle service from the airport to the Hilton is available for a
nominal fee. For more info, visit www.atlanta-airport.com. In
addition, the MARTA subway system is easily accessible from the airport, with
the Hilton providing free transportation to the hotel from the northern stops.
For more info, contact the Hilton Hotel at 770-447-4747 or our Atlanta Info
& Travel page.
Q: I’m an
author with promotional items. Is there a Goody Room?
A: Yes. Please contact MMPromo@georgiaromancewriters.org.
Items are welcome for our Goody Table as well as in attendee bags.
Q: Is
there a book fair and autographing?
A: Yes! Contact MMBookFair@georgiaromancewriters.org
with any questions or deadlines regarding ordering books. To check out our Book
Fair and Autographing page, click here.
Q: This
is my first M&M conference. How should I dress?
A: Business or business casual attire is your best bet. Consider
bringing a sweater or jacket should you find Georgia air conditioning just a little too
cold.
Q: What
are the requirements to qualify for the pitch workshop? How do I get on the
list?
A:
1) Indicate on the conference registration form that you are interested in the
pitch workshop.
2) Pay the conference fee.
NOTE: A Thursday night stay is strongly
recommended since the pitch session takes place on Friday morning.
Q: How do
I know if I am one of the top 100 people for the pitch session?
A: We are filling slots until the pitch workshop is full, and then we
will post it as "closed out" on the website. Confirmations will also
be emailed to the top 100 people who made the list.
Q: What
if I didn't make the top 100 list for the pitch session?
A: If you indicated you would like to be in the pitch workshop, we'll
put you on a waiting list and notify you by September 1st if any slot becomes
available.
Q: How do
I sign up for the Cold Reads?
A: The Cold Read Sessions are 2 1-hour sessions where a panel of editors
and agents read aloud, anonymous, previously submitted pages from attendees,
and offer immediate critiques. For further information and submission details,
please see our Cold Reads Q&A page.
Key
Conference Contacts
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