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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December 8, 2017
William H. Gass, 1924–2017
William H. Gass, novelist, novellaist, story writer, and literary critic, passed away on December 6 at age ninety-three. Read more...
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December 7, 2017
Davis-Undiano Recognized for Contributions to Oklahoma Hispanic Culture
On December 3, Robert Con Davis-Undiano was presented the Most Outstanding Literature Artist award from the Hispanic Arts Council of Oklahoma. Read more...
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December 6, 2017
Inaugural Aspen Words Literary Prize Releases Longlist
The Aspen Institute has announced the nominees for its inaugural prize in fiction. Read more...
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December 4, 2017
Novelist John Casey Accused of Sexual Harassment
Novelist and University of Virginia creative writing professor John Casey has been accused of sexual harassment by three former students. Read more...
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November 30, 2017
The New York Times 100 Notable Books of 2017 and Other Best-Of Lists
The New York Times’ annual list of notable books was released on November 22. Read more...
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November 29, 2017
James Baldwin’s Former French Home to be Demolished, Replaced with Apartment Complex
James Baldwin’s small home in Saint-Paul-de-Vence, France is soon to be demolished and replaced with a luxury apartment complex. Read more...
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November 28, 2017
Tax Bills Threaten to Impose New Financial Burdens on Students & Academe
Please contact your elected officials in Congress now. Tax reform bills in the House and in the Senate have provisions that would impair the accessibility of higher education for the poor and the middle class. Read more...
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November 22, 2017
Moveable Type: Rogue Agent
A literary venue worth checking out... Read more...
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November 22, 2017
VCFA Creates First Low-Residency International MFA in Creative Writing & Literary Translation
The Vermont College of Fine Arts (VCFA) has launched “an exclusively global program for writers and writing, with a focus on transnational literature in English and world literature in translation.” Read more...
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November 20, 2017
Michelle Boisseau, 1955–2017
Poet and University of Missouri–Kansas City professor Michelle Boisseau passed away last week on November 15. Read more...
