The Looking Glass Rock Writers' Conference, set in the Blue Ridge Mountains, has established itself as a serious retreat for writers seeking rigorous engagement with craft. The 2027 Fiction Workshop, led by Deesha Philyaw—author of the acclaimed story collection The Secret Lives of Church Ladies—promises an intimate and demanding environment. This tuition-only scholarship covers the cost of instruction, allowing selected writers to participate without financial barrier. The conference's commitment to anonymous screening ensures that manuscripts are evaluated solely on their literary merit, a practice that underscores the integrity of the selection process. The workshop is designed for writers of fiction, whether working on short stories or novel excerpts. Submissions may consist of up to 20 double-spaced pages, and the work can be published or unpublished. Accepted participants have the flexibility to submit a different manuscript for the workshop itself, indicating a focus on the writer's ongoing development rather than a fixed sample. The conference's location and format foster a community of peers and mentors, with the workshop serving as the core of the experience. While the full scholarship category exists separately, this tuition-only scholarship is a distinct opportunity for those who may not require full funding but still seek recognition and support. The anonymous review process, conducted by screeners, ensures that each submission is judged on its own terms. The conference's ethos is one of serious literary practice, and the selection of Deesha Philyaw as instructor signals a curatorial vision that values nuanced, character-driven storytelling and voices that challenge conventional narratives.