“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 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.
Three Poems – Michael Chille
Three poems - "I Will be There to Get You When it is Time," "Fingerprints," and "Little Old Piano" - by upstate NY writer Michael Chille.
“Midwinter Day” Marathon Reading
IHOP Clifton Park – Write-In
Denny’s – Write-In
Collar City Mushrooms – Write In
Poetry Open Mic @ La Perla
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.
20th-21st Century Fiction by Russian Women Writers
Kristen Edwards and Natalya Sukhonos invite you to a series of seminars on recent fiction by Russian women writers whose voices are brave, distinct, and at times silenced.
Upcoming Literary Events: November 7-13, 2024
Here’s a quick look at the book discussions, readings, open mics, and workshops coming up this week in the region.
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
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.
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.
