Unleashing Creativity: Overcoming Writer’s Block with Practical Exercises
Whether you're a seasoned, well-published professional or a new, aspiring wordsmith, the frustration of staring at a blank page can be paralyzing.
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.
“HEDGE,” a New Book by Jane Delury
Jane Delury, author of "The Balcony," announces that her new book "HEDGE" is now available from Zibby Books.
Jared Harél Announces the Release of “Let Our Bodies Change the Subject”
Poet Jared Harél has announced the publication of his poetry collection, "Let Our Bodies Change the Subject," from the University of Nebraska Press.
“Sentenced” by Rebecca Schumejda
Rebecca Schumejda announces the release of her latest collection, Sentenced, published by NYQ Books.
Three Poems – Tobi Alfier
Three poems - Greensleeves Pantoum," "How Many Times," and "Anything But Blue" - by poet and editor Tobi Alfier.
Three Poems – Connie Johnson
Three poems - "On the Nights We Listen to Nina Simone," "All That's Revealed," and "Do Tell" - by Los Angeles-based writer Connie Johnson.
Three Poems – Kristina Labaty
Three poems - "The Breaking Point," "Through the Window," and "The Bathers" - by Hudson Valley poet and writer Kristina Labaty.
“Johnny Stone: War Story” by Dean Goldberg
The story of Johnny Stone continues as Dean Goldberg brings us back to October 1944 and the Battle of Aachen in Germany.
Women’s Issues and the Arts
Novels After Noon Book Group
Third Thursday Poetry Night Featuring Victorio Reyes Asili
How to Craft a Metaphor with Therese Broderick
Upcoming Literary Events: March 14-20, 2024
Here’s a look at the book discussions, readings, open mics, and workshops coming up this week around the region.
Upcoming Literary Events: March 7-13, 2024
Seven days of book discussions, readings, signings, open mics, workshops, and more coming up all around the region.
Keep It Simple Poetry Residency on Lake George
This residency, taking place July 21-26, 2024, will give you time to write in a beautiful place in a supportive community of fellow poets.
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.
The Bookshop Hunter: Evolution of a Hometown Bookstore
James H Duncan visits his hometown bookstore, Braveheart Books in Stephentown, as it prepares for its 8 year anniversary on September 23.
Mid Reading Year Look Back
It's almost the end of June, and it's the perfect time for Don Levy to look back at his reading year so far.
The Flying Monkey: Hybrids and Other Readings
Cheryl A. Rice comments on the pros and cons of the hybrid poetry open mic model as she navigates in this new, post-COVID world.
The Half-Dead Poet Review: It’s Time To Move Forward. NOW.
Albany poet and writer R.M. Engelhardt is back with another edition of "The Half-Dead Poet Review" talking all about moving forward.
Self-Published Book Awards
Each year, Writer’s Digest honors self-published authors with the Self-Published Book Awards to spotlight today’s self-published works and honors self-published authors.
John Gardner Memorial Prize in Fiction
Harpur Palate invites submissions for the John Garner Memorial Prize in Fiction. An award of $500 will be given the best submitted short story.
Poetry Pamphlet Award
Cinnamon Press's annual competition is for pamphlets, and is open to all poets- beginners and established writers.
The Richard Snyder Memorial Publication Prize
The Richard Snyder Memorial Prize is awarded annually for a manuscript of original poetry by any poet writing in English.
Frederick Douglass Book Prize
The Gilder Lehrman Center for the Study of Slavery, Resistance, and Abolition and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History announce the twenty-fifth annual Frederick Douglass Book Prize.
Caine Prize for African Writing
The AKO Caine Prize Award for African Writing is an annual literary award for a published short story by an African writer.