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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May 1, 2023
A Bittersweet Farewell to AWP's Director of Publications
AWP bids a bittersweet farewell and wishes a happy retirement to Supriya Bhatnagar, one of our longest-tenured staff members. Read more...
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May 1, 2023
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!
Join AWP in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month this May! AWP has compiled the following resources in honor of AAPI Month and its rich cultural history. Don’t forget to check out AWP’s staff-curated AAPI Month Bookshop.org list! Read more...
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April 18, 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 18, 2023
AWP Stands in Solidarity With the LGBTQIA+ Community
AWP stands in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community. Dear AWP Community, The 2024 AWP Conference will be held in Kansas City, Missouri, February 7–10. Read more...
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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 21, 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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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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March 7, 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 21, 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...
