Lauren Davila

Panelist

Lauren Davila

Lauren T. Davila is a Pushcart-nominated, Latina author, anthologist, and editor. She has edited multiple short story anthologies, including:

– WHEN OTHER PEOPLE SAW US, THEY SAW THE DEAD (Haunt Publishing, May 2022; Outland Entertainment, May 2023)
– WHERE MONSTERS LURK AND MAGIC HIDES (Bee Infinite Publishing; Nov. 2022)
– PLACES WE BUILD IN THE UNIVERSE (Flower Song Press; February. 2023)
– LOCALE: AN ANTHOLOGY OF TIME AND PLACE (Inked in Gray; Jan. 2024)
– RECLAMATION: AN ANTHOLOGY OF CLIMATE GENRE FICTION (Outland Entertainment; March 2024)

Her poetry and short fiction has appeared online at Granada Magazine, The Paragon Journal, Ghost Heart Literary Magazine, Peach Velvet Mag, Voyage Journal, Second Chance Magazine, Headcanon Magazine, In Parentheses, and Poets Reading the News.

She is currently editing her debut novel, AT THE STILL POINTE, an adult gothic mystery featuring ballerinas and the Greek Furies. She is also working on a YA superhero series, picture books, and poetry and short story collections.

Lauren is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in English at Claremont Graduate University. She holds an MFA in Fiction Writing from George Mason University. Besides her creative and academic work, she is the Acquisitions Editor at Inked In Gray Press and is actively acquiring genre fiction. She is also a judge at NYC Midnight and Editor-in-Chief for Foothill Poetry Journal.

She lives in the greater Los Angeles area where you can find her swimming, walking her golden retriever, and drinking one too many rose lattes.

She is represented by Susan Velazquez Colmant at JABberwocky Literary Agency. For inquiries regarding invitations to anthologies, international rights, or IP work, please reach out to her at https://awfulagent.com/agents/susan-velazquez/

Sessions by Lauren Davila

2nd Day

June 8, 2024

Marginalization and the Querying Process

Querying is a grueling process for everyone, but there are added hurdles for those from marginalized communities. Our panelists discuss the challenges within the process and how authors can protect themselves, along with how the industry can better open doors to underrepresented communities. | Moderated by Adria Bailton

4:00 - 05:30 PM #marginalization-and-the-querying-process

2nd Day

June 8, 2024

First-Page Analysis by Lit Agents

What makes a first page so special? How can it make or break your manuscript’s chances with agents and editors? Join our panel to learn more about how you can get your first page as perfect as possible and really knock their socks off. | Moderated by Nicholas Fuller

8:30 - 10:00 PM #first-page-analysis-by-lit-agents

3rd Day

June 9, 2024

Developmental Editing Basics for Aspiring Editors

Interested in becoming an editor? This panel is for you! Our panelists will discuss what makes developmental editing unique and the important elements to remember while working on a client’s manuscript, along with what to expect as you enter this field. | Moderated by Dawn Vogel

2:00 - 03:30 PM #developmental-editing-basics-for-aspiring-editors