“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.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 12” by Dean Goldberg
The G-Men’s plan had more holes than Swiss cheese, but Johnny Stone was game.
“Printed in Blood: A Johnny Stone Mystery, Chapter 11” by Dean Goldberg
As we being second part of the "Printed in Blood" saga, Johnny falls through the rabbit hole and enters a dark and dangerous world.
Three Poems – Jim Gunshinan
Three poems - "Mike and Me," "Associate Pastor," and "Looking for Someone" - by poet and environmental writer Jim Gunshinan.
Three Poems – Connie Johnson
Three new poems - "To Whom It May Concern," "Coffeehouse Haiku" and "I Have Grown Accustomed." - by Pushcart Prize nominee Connie Johnson.
Invocation
Afternoon of Poetry with the Poetry Caravan of Columbia County
Third Thursday Poetry Night Featuring Nathan Smith
Hudson Valley Writers’ Center Open Mic
Open Mic Night at Paper Moon
Samuel Maurice tells us about the recent trip he took to Paper Moon in Troy to check out their open mic.
Micro: The Divine Detail, Editing Class with Elizabeth Koster
Writers in the Mountains presents Micro: The Divine Detail, a six-week editing class with Elizabeth Koster, January 30 – March 6, 2025.
The Amherst Writers and Artists Method: A Generative Workshop with Poet Sharon Israel
Poet Sharon Israel to conduct ongoing generative workshops using the AWA Method to help you dive deep through exciting visual, musical, and tactile prompts as well as compelling word-based prompts and exercises.
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 Submissions: Poem Village 2025
Want to see your poetry printed on a beautiful poster and displayed in shop windows in Saranac Lake, Plattsburgh, Malone, and St. Lawrence County?
Literary Calls for Submissions
Allen Ginsberg Poetry Awards Sponsor – Poetry Center at Passaic County Community College Deadline Date – February, 1, 2025 Funding – $2,000.00 USD Program Information – View Details The Poetry Center at Passaic County Community College provides awards for poetry through this annual competition. The competition is for unpublished poetry. Each poem should be no more […]
Call for Submissions: Wild Words Teen Writing Anthology 2025
Wild Words: Adirondack Teen Writing Anthology is a publication of the Adirondack Center for Writing, created to give teens a venue to publish their original creative writing.
Call for Submissions: 10th Annual Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Contest
Submissions for the 10th annual Stephen A. DiBiase Poetry Contest, featuring a $500 first-place prize, open on November 15, 2024.
Call for Submissions: Pen To Paper 2024
Calling teen writers and artists! Pen To Paper, SCPL's Teen Writing Club magazine, seeks submissions for the 2024 edition.
Literary Calls for Submissions
Residency, prize, and award opportunities from Cinnamon Press, Moment Magazine, Art Omi International Arts Center, Writers Guild of Alberta, and more.
