Talking With Poets: Ed Rinaldi, Karen Peters, & Samuel Maurice at the 2024 Word Fest
Thom Francis welcomes poets Ed Rinaldi, Karen Peters, & Samuel Maurice who shared their work at the 2024 Word Fest Open Mic.
Book Review: “River Skin” by Darcy Smith
Robert Harlow reviews Darcy Smith's new collection of poems, "River Skin," which is available now from Fernwood Press.
“HEDGE,” a New Book by Jane Delury
Jane Delury, author of "The Balcony," announces that her new book "HEDGE" is now available from Zibby Books.
Jared Harél Announces the Release of “Let Our Bodies Change the Subject”
Poet Jared Harél has announced the publication of his poetry collection, "Let Our Bodies Change the Subject," from the University of Nebraska Press.
“Sentenced” by Rebecca Schumejda
Rebecca Schumejda announces the release of her latest collection, Sentenced, published by NYQ Books.
Three Poems – Rachel Baum
Three poems - "Where the River Pauses," "In Dreams Cars Flew," and "White Dinner Jackets, Black Bow Ties" - by poet and editor Rachel Baum.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 6” by Dean Goldberg
In our last installment of "Printed in Blood," Johnny has been warned off the Vincent Santelli case by Captain Farentino.
Three Poems – Candice M. Kelsey
Three poems - "Daddy, I’m Fine," "On Being Encouraged to Take that Love Language Quiz, I Pass Knowing," and "No More" - by Candice M. Kelsey.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 5” by Dean Goldberg
Dean Goldberg is back with the latest chapter in the "Printed in Blood" mystery series starring Johnny Stone.
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Upcoming Literary Events: July 11-17, 2024
This week, we have another great lineup of literary events in the region. Here’s a quick look at the upcoming book discussions, readings, open mics, and workshops. Thursday, July 11 6:00 PM – Liz Moore with Mary Sanders Shartle – “The God of the Woods” @ Northshire Saratoga Author of the New York Times […]
Literary Retreat in the Catskills
The weekend-long event will offer writers a stimulating and cozy environment to discuss ideas, improve craft, and build a better writing practice while at the same time bond with fellow writers, make lifelong friendships, and pursue future collaborations.
This Sunday – Writers Read at The Linda
Writers Read™ and the New York State Writers Institute present a curated program of personal, 650-word, five-minute Summer Camp stories.
The Flying Monkey: Days of Judgement
Cheryl A. Rice discusses submitting a new chapbook of poems to contests, self-publishing over entry fees, and the biases in those contests.
The Flying Monkey: Like Sands Through The Hourglass
Cheryl A. Rice talk about attending a recent poetry open mic, and then muses on the universality of poetic themes.
The Flying Monkey: How The Creative Mind Does or Does Not Work
Join Cheryl A. Rice on a journey as she recounts the comedic yet heartfelt quest to find her elusive bathing suit in her latest blog post.
A Book Coming to a Theater Near You: Book Adaptations
Don Levy discusses upcoming book adaptations, including "The Nightingale," "Klara and The Sun," and "Hot Milk."
The Flying Monkey: When Is Too Soon?
In the latest edition of "The Flying Monkey," Cheryl A. Rice asks how soon is too soon to start writing after the sudden loss of a loved one.
My 2024 Clearance Sale TBR
Don Levy has gone through his bookshelves and found the books that he has never opened so her can make his 2024 TBR (To Be Read) list.
Call For Art: Poetic License 2024
The poems have been selected and now we want your artwork! HVWG & UAG are excited to work together on this collaboration of regional poets and visual artists.
Call for Submissions: Place
Orenaug Mountain Publishing invites you to contribute a poem that reflects the culture, environment, or climate of wherever you are.
Literary Calls for Submissions
Prizes and award opportunities from the American Library Association, University of Louisville, African Poetry Book Fund, and more.
Heroines Anthology – Volume 6: Call For Submissions
Submissions are open for the 6th Heroines Anthology and the 2025 Heroines Women's Writing Prize. Volume 6 is a special witchcraft-themed edition.
The Eugene Paul Nassar Poetry Prize
A prize of $2,000 is given annually for a poetry collection published in the previous year by a resident of upstate New York.
Literary Calls for Submissions
Prizes and grant opportunities from the American-Scandinavian Foundation, University of Pittsburgh Press, CRAFT Literary, and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
