August 2023

Photo of writers at a table with notebooks and drinks

Call for Workshop Proposals

The Hudson Valley Writers Guild asks members to submit proposals for a writing-related workshop they would lead.

Photo of writer Taylor Dibbert and his dog

Three Poems – Taylor Dibbert

Three poems – “Now and Forever,” “Expensive,” and “Another Day” – by writer, journalist, and poet Taylor Dibbert.

Author Cassandra Clare

Upcoming Literary Events: August 17-23, 2023

Another huge week of literary events in the area, so get out and support the arts! Here’s a quick look at the events, book discussions, readings, open mics, and workshops coming up.

Poetic License - Albany 2023

Talking With Poets: Poetic License – Albany

Thom Francis introduces us to Poetic License – Albany, a joint project of the HVWG and Upstate Artists Guild that brings together regional poets and visual artists.

Photo of poet Tohm Bakelas

Three Poems – Tohm Bakelas

Three poems – “eyes in the dark,” “beneath the frosted full moon glow,” and “as the city sleeps” – by poet, editor, and social worker Tohm Bakelas.

Poetic License - Albany 2023

Call for Art: Poetic License – Albany

The poems have been selected and now we want your artwork! HVWG & UAG are excited to work together again on this collaboration of regional poets and visual artists.