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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February 8, 2023
#AWP23 Masking Update
As the conference dates quickly approach, there have been questions about the masking policy. We want to reassure everyone attending the conference that AWP always has, and will continue, to strongly recommend mask-wearing on-site in Seattle. 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 31, 2023
A Love Letter to Adjunct Faculty & An Invitation to Meet at #AWP23
A Love Letter to Adjunct Faculty & An Invitation to Meet at #AWP23 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 24, 2023
Braille Literacy Month
January is recognized as Braille Literacy Month. In honor of this, we have compiled a brief historical narrative, statistics about braille literacy, a list of blind and low-vision authors, and resources for learning more about the braille system. 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
#AWP23 Masking Update
With holidays approaching and with the potential to see COVID-19 and other illnesses spread this winter season, attendees may be wondering about changing protocols for #AWP23 in March. 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...
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December 15, 2022
AWP Hiring Seasonal Conference Sponsorship Coordinator
The Conference Sponsorship Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day administration of conference sponsorship, including sponsorship sales, excellent customer service & communication, and onsite management, under the oversight of the director of conferences. Read more...
