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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July 15, 2024
Virtual AWP Pedagogy: Using AI in Creative Writing Practice
Virtual AWP is back with another fascinating conversation about the intersection of technology and creative writing. “Virtual AWP Pedagogy: Using AI in Creative Writing Practice” will dive into how creative writing educators can ethically utilize artificial intelligence as a constructive tool in their classrooms. This free event features authors and educators Rebecca Dunham, Jen Sammons, A. E. Osworth, and Elissa Washuta, with moderator Michele Morano, who serves on the AWP Board of Directors as the Midwest Council chair. Read more...
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July 1, 2024
Celebrate Disability Pride Month!
AWP recognizes July as Disability Pride Month and champions the importance of actively working toward a more inclusive and accessible global culture and environment. Disability comes in many ways, visible and invisible, internal and external, short-term and long-term. The AWP staff has compiled a list of resources, including past online events, articles from the Writer’s Chronicle, upcoming Disability Pride Month events, and informative resources on the history of disabilities and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Read more...
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June 12, 2024
Join AWP in Commemorating Juneteenth
Juneteenth is the momentous day in 1865 when news of the Emancipation Proclamation finally reached the last enslaved people in the United States, in Galveston, Texas—more than two years after the proclamation was issued. It is a time for celebration, reflection, and growth. We’ve assembled a collection of resources to commemorate Juneteenth and provide further education on its value and importance. Read more...
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June 3, 2024
Join AWP in Honoring Pride Month This June!
AWP has assembled a list of resources, including interactive and informative websites, author interviews, and other diverse programming. Check out the resources below to learn more about Pride Month and the LGBTQIA+ community, and pick up a new book from our Pride Month Reading List. Read more...
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May 28, 2024
AWP Executive Director to Retire, Successor Search Underway Cynthia Sherman Retiring after Twelve Years
Executive search firm Ballinger | Leafblad will lead a national search for Sherman’s successor. Read more...
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May 23, 2024
Virtual AWP: Writer to Writer Conversations & Readings with Mentor Kristen Witucki
We are thrilled to announce the premiere of our newest Virtual AWP conversation: “Writer to Writer Conversations and Readings with Mentor Kristen Witucki,” featuring mentees Sadia Kalam, Briana Maley, and Sarah Schiff! Tune in for a series of short readings and a discussion centering on the intersection of parenthood and writing. Read more...
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May 1, 2024
Honoring Jewish American Heritage Month
Join AWP in celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month this May! AWP has compiled articles from the Writer’s Chronicle, as well as online events and resources. Don’t forget to check out our staff-curated Jewish American Heritage Month Bookshop.org list! Read more...
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May 1, 2024
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Join AWP in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May! Rewatch a past AWP conference event or reread an article from the Writer’s Chronicle. Read more...
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April 11, 2024
Small Press Distribution’s Closure: Updates & Resources
AWP was saddened to learn of the closure of Small Press Distribution (SPD) on March 28. SPD served hundreds of independent literary publishers—a key part of our literary community, and many of whom have exhibited at our bookfair over the years. Read more...
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April 1, 2024
April Is National Arab American Heritage Month!
The Association of Writers & Writing Programs recognizes April as Arab American Heritage Month. Read more...
