The Writer’s News
The Writer’s News keeps you informed about new developments in the writing world, including award and publication announcements, news from AWP and the field, and updates about important literary figures.
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April 4, 2023
Writing News Roundup
We are thrilled to bring you the latest in literary events that have caught our attention. These events encompass a range of free and ticketed registration and are not affiliated with AWP. All times are in ET. Read more...
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April 3, 2023
April is Arab American Heritage Month!
Celebrate with us and honor Arab American poets, authors, and writers by browsing our staff-curated Bookshop.org list, attending an informative online event, or reading one of our many resources listed below. Read more...
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March 13, 2023
Writer to Writer Conversations & Readings with Mentor Neil Aitken
Virtual AWP is back with our first premiere of 2023! In this installation we’re welcoming mentor Neil Aitken and mentees Annette Wong and Megan Pinto for an insightful discussion about AWP’s Writer to Writer program. Read more...
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February 21, 2023
March is Women's History Month!
March is Women’s History Month! Please join us in recognizing the importance of women’s rights and gender equity while also honoring contributions women have made worldwide across culture and society. Read more...
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February 9, 2023
Writing News Roundup
We are thrilled to bring you the latest in literary events that have caught our attention. These events encompass a range of free and ticketed registration and are not affiliated with AWP. All times are in ET. Read more...
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February 1, 2023
Honor Black History Month
Please join AWP in honoring Black History Month this February. We recognize this month as an immensely important time of celebration, reflection, and growth. Read more...
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January 24, 2023
Writing News Roundup
We are thrilled to bring you the latest in literary events that have caught our attention. These events encompass a range of free and ticketed registration and are not affiliated with AWP. All times are in ET. Read more...
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January 10, 2023
Writing News Roundup
We are thrilled to bring you the latest in literary events that have caught our attention. These events encompass a range of free and ticketed registration and are not affiliated with AWP. All times are in ET. Read more...
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December 20, 2022
Writing News Roundup
We are thrilled to bring you the latest in literary events that have caught our attention. These events encompass a range of free and ticketed registration and are not affiliated with AWP. All times are in ET. Read more...
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December 16, 2022
Smithsonian Names Tsione Wolde-Michael as Executive Director of PCAH
Tsione Wolde-Michael has been named executive director of the President’s Committee on the Arts and the Humanities (PCAH), which has been established to engage leading figures in the arts, humanities, and museum and library services across the nation. Read more...
