Is your first novel debuting between Sunday, June 22, 2025 and Saturday, May 9, 2026? If so, you may be eligible for ITW’s Debut Author’s Program.
International Thriller Writers (ITW) is the parent organization of ThrillerFest, and their Debut Author program helps writers who are launching their career to network, promote, and learn—for their first books and beyond.
Benefits during the ThrillerFest conference include:
- Presentation at the Debut Author Breakfast, where writers appear on stage to introduce themselves and their new books
- Networking events just for Debut Authors
- Additional Media coverage opportunities
Please note: Debut Authors who think they might qualify for the 2025/2026 class at ThrillerFest 2026, must apply to the program (and be registered for ThrillerFest) by no later than March 31, 2026.
