Half-day contemplative writing retreat alternating sessions of mindfulness meditation, walking meditation, and writing with optional prompts. Suitable for writers of all genres. Meditation instruction will be provided for anyone new to meditation or in need of a refresher. Dress comfortably and bring paper and pen, laptop or tablet. All are welcome!Why practice mindfulness in conjunction […]
Plot. If it works well, you may have a great book. If your plot falls flat, well, you need to find the problems and fix them. Elena Hartwell Taylor is the author of the Eddie Shoes Mysteries about a mother/daughter crime fighting duo. She also works as a developmental editor and has written a guidebook […]
It’s February! The Literary Love Continues!Join us for the 4th program of our 10th season at Next Year’s Words, a New Paltz Literary Forum, on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 7:30 at Elting Memorial Library, 93 Main Street, New Paltz, New York 12561 The featured readers for this community celebration of words at the library […]
Karin Lin-Greenberg is the author of You Are Here (2023), a debut novel about the residents of a small Upstate New York town who must grapple with the impending closure of a once-bustling shopping mall.The novel appeared on numerous “Best of” lists throughout 2023, including Elle magazine’s “Best and Most Anticipated Books of 2023,” the […]
The Hudson Valley Writers Guild presents an afternoon fiction writers workshop with Moriah Hampton.Join us for an exciting workshop on exploring the art of creating compelling backstories in fiction! Whether you’re an aspiring writer or a seasoned novelist, this event is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their storytelling skills. Hosted at the Albany Public Library – […]
Presented by the NYS Writers Institute*Workshop will be conducted on Zoom. Link to the Zoom meeting will be shared with registered participants before the workshop or click “View the Event” in your order confirmation. This is a free online workshop. Advance registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/writers-law-school-writers-ai-the-robots-are-coming-with-jode-millman-tickets-780733152877?aff=oddtdtcreator Protecting Your Artistic Rights – Artificial Intelligence: The Robots are Coming, […]
Richard Mirabella is the author of the debut novel, Brother & Sister Enter the Forest (2023), a queer coming-of-age novel about a young man’s relationship with a violent older boyfriend—and how he and his sister survive a terrible crime.The book was named a New York Times Book Review Editors’ Choice, a Washington Post Noteworthy Book, […]
The Hudson Valley Writers Guild will host the Prose Writers Showcase on March 2, 2024 from 1-2:30 pm at the Albany Public Library – Washington Avenue Branch in the Community Room. This event will feature selections from writers David Bushman, Cynthia Stephens, and Mark Marchand, followed by a Q & A from the audience. We anticipate hosting more […]
The first Wednesday of every month is Poetry Night at Caffe Lena. Hosted by Carol Graser, this event includes an open mic reading and a featured poet. The doors open for signups at 6:30 and the readings start at 7PM. On March 6, the featured poet is Jay Rogoff. The featured reading will also be […]
A Galère of Poetic Autopsies is held the first Thursday of each month at Hudson’s historic Park Theater. Expect the unexpected as poets, writers, and other creatives from the Hudson area and beyond reveal the inspiration and shadows behind their work.March features: Dust Bowl Faeries Duet (Ryder Cooley & Jon B. Woodin), John Kearns (with […]
Is it too early to talk about spring when winter hasn’t even hit?Not when it means planning ahead for Murderous March! Registration for the annual online conference hosted by the Upper Hudson chapter of Sisters in Crime is now open. The conference is Friday, March 8 and Saturday, March 9, 2024. We’re delighted to have […]
Schenectady’s monthly poetry circle has moved. For now, at least, this congregation is our gracious host for this slow seated open mic which pauses for appreciative response between each reading. Judith Prest and Rhonda Rosenheck co-hosts.No admission fee. Bring drinks and snacks as you wish; and we’ll bring some to share.
The Hudson Valley Writers Guild supports the efforts of writers in all genres by sponsoring readings, workshops, and contests and providing a number of valuable resources for the entire literary community.
