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 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...
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December 9, 2022
AWP Hiring Full-Time Web & IT Manager
The Association of Writers & Writing Programs seeks a knowledgeable, goal-driven, and team-oriented, Web & IT Administrator with a core understanding of web server administration and implementation, along with infrastructure management. This position is full-time (40 hours a week), remote position and reports to the Director of Communications & Technology. Read more...
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December 6, 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 2, 2022
Virtual AWP: 2021 Sue Silverman Prizewinner Anne-Marie Oomen
Virtual AWP returns with a special reading and conversation with Sue Silverman Prize for Creative Nonfiction winner Anne-Marie Oomen in conversation with AWP's Jason Gray. Read more...
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November 17, 2022
A Letter from January Gill O'Neil
I am honored to serve as chair of AWP’s board of directors for 2022–2023. I want to convey my gratitude to Kathleen Driskell for her years of extraordinary service during a difficult, distanced time. We would not be here without her steady leadership. Read more...
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November 15, 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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November 14, 2022
What the US v. Penguin Random House Ruling Means for Writers
Last week, the DC District Court opinion was released to the public after Judge Florence Pan ruled to block Penguin Random House’s 2.2-billion-dollar acquisition of fellow Big Five publisher Simon & Schuster. Read more...
