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.
“The Sustenance of Stars” by Leslie Neustadt
Hudson Valley Writers Guild member Leslie Neustadt's new book, The Sustenance of Stars, was recently published by Kelsay Books.
“Mother Octopus” by Sarah Giragosian is Now Available
Local poet, writer, and educator Sarah Giragosian announces her latest book of poetry, Mother Octopus, is now available from Middle Creek Press.
“Threads,” a New Poetry Collection by Davis Walsh
HVWG member David Walsh announces the publication of his new poetry collection, "Threads," published by the Troy Book Makers.
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.
Three Poems – Rose Marie LaPietra
Three poems from poet, writer, and Capital Region native Rose Marie LaPietra, whose collection of poetry "So what if maybe" was published in 2023.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 8” by Dean Goldberg
Johnny and Sun Reporter, Freddie Jackson, are let in to Danny Alonzo’s meeting at the St. George hotel in Brooklyn Heights.
Three Poems – Nathan Smith
Three poems - "Beetle Song," "How Long Will I Bleed," and "Is This Where You Keep Your Skeleton Keys?" - by poet & open mic host Nathan Smith.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 7” by Dean Goldberg
The good news? Things are starting to fall into place. The bad news is where it's leading Johnny.
Cafe Euphoria Open Mic & Slam
Clumps & Snags Poetry Workshop
2nd Sunday @ 2 – Poetry + Prose
IHOP Clifton Park – Write-In
Denny’s – Write-In
Upcoming Literary Events: August 8-14, 2024
Here’s a quick look at the book discussions, readings, open mics, workshops, and more coming up in the region.
The Journal Circle with Anique Sara Taylor
Writers in the Mountains presents The Journal Circle with Anique Sara Taylor, a weekly online class open to writers and non-writers.
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 […]
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.
Literary Calls for Submissions
Contests, prizes, and award opportunities from Tupelo Press, American Theatre Wing, Jewish Book Council, Silverfish Review Press, Brooklyn Film & Arts Festival, and more.
Literary Calls for Submissions
Contests, prizes, and award opportunities from the Black Lawrence Press, Independent Book Publishers Association, National Endowment for the Arts, and more.
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.
