The Writer’s News
The Writer’s News keeps you informed about new developments in the writing world, including award and publication announcements, news from AWP and the field, and updates about important literary figures.
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November 14, 2019
A Farewell from the Chair of the Association of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP) Board of Directors
This past weekend, the Board of Directors of AWP met in Kansas City, Missouri, for its annual business meeting. Following that meeting, the board is proud to make the following announcements. Read more...
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November 8, 2019
Mary Ruefle Appointed Vermont Poet Laureate
Celebrated American poet Mary Ruefle was appointed by Vermont Governor Phil Scott to the position of Vermont Poet Laureate at a ceremony at the Vermont Read more...
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October 31, 2019
Moveable Type: Waxwing
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October 7, 2019
Ahsahta Press to Close
Boise State University recently announced the closure of Ahsahta Press, the nonprofit literary publisher founded in 1974 and run by its MFA Program in Creative Writing. Read more...
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October 3, 2019
Jon Tribble, 1962–2019
Jon Tribble, the author of three poetry collections and the longtime editor of the Crab Orchard Series in Poetry, has passed away. Read more...
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September 18, 2019
Security at #AWP20 in San Antonio
AWP takes the safety of all conference attendees very seriously, and we thank those who have written to us regarding security at #AWP20 in San Antonio, Texas. Read more...
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September 15, 2019
A Statement from the AWP Board of Trustees on the Dismissal of Dr. Chloe Schwenke
AWP Board categorically denies Dr. Schwenke's allegations. Read more...
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September 13, 2019
Booker Prize Finalists Announced
The Booker Prize Foundation has announced the six titles selected for the award’s prestigious shortlist. Read more...
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September 6, 2019
Academy of American Poets Announces Annual Prize Recipients
The Academy of American Poets announced this year’s recipients of its annual awards. Read more...
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September 4, 2019
Moveable Type: Futurepoem Books
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