James River Writers Conference is an annual gathering that usually takes place in Richmond, Virginia, and attracts prize-winning authors and highly regarded editors and literary agents from around the country to share their wisdom about writing and publishing. Since 2003, this multi-day event of 350 to 400 writers, has been known for its inspiring, collegial […]
Since 2009, this annual one-day publishing conference has become a popular networking opportunity for writers of all experience levels. Keynote speakers have included Steve Almond, Michael Martone, Beth Kephart, Kevin McIlvoy, Paul Lisicky, and Karen Quinones Miller. Whether you are an established writer or just getting started, this one-day workshop will provide valuable resources you […]
A boost to your spirit if not your immune system, The Antibody is a reading and Q&A hosted by Brian Gresko via Zoom and live streaming on YouTube. Edited episodes appear on The Virtual Book Channel by Lit Hub. Please support The Antibody authors! Their books are available for purchase via Bookshop.org. Please enjoy […]
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Join three authors with three new books from three fantastic small presses for an evening of small press magic.
TWC presents a FREE VIDEO CHAT about the craft of the essay! We’re joined by poet, essayist, and editor Athena Dixon to talk about her insightful new essay collection, The Incredible Shrinking Woman. Athena will be in conversation with Amy Freeman, writer, essayist, and Development Director at The Writer’s Center.
Drawing upon an unconventional nonfiction storytelling structure derived from the game MASH, Athena Dixon’s debut memoir-in-essays is a nostalgic, compelling journey of self-discovery. Unpacking life’s unexpected experiences, Dixon embarks on a winding, reminiscent road to find the answers to one of humankind’s most pressing questions: Why must I shrink to avoid disruption?
Inside Writer’s Block featuring writers Athena Dixon and Amy Alkon.
We’ll discuss the women in our lives who inspired us to write, the women writers who modeled excellence for us, and the challenges and satisfactions of our current projects. Joining me will be: Novelist Kalisha Buckhanon, author most recently of the novel Speaking of Summer Athena Dixon, essayist and nonfiction writer and author of The Incredible Shrinking Woman […]
Join us for an evening with authors Athena Dixon and Jeannine Ouellette. Thursday, May 20th 6pm ET via Zoom Suggested $5 Donation A native of Northeast Ohio, Athena Dixon is the author of The Incredible Shrinking Woman (Split/Lip Press) and No God in This Room (Argus House Press). Her work also appears in The BreakBeat […]
The ability to use creative inspiration outside of your genre can be one of the most powerful tools a writer can have. Using the jazz standard All Blues by Miles Davis, we will explore the layers needed to create a richly crafted personal essay. From developing the core idea of the piece to determining the […]
Join us to hear thoughtful discussion and conversation about the publishing industry from top-notch professionals! Panelists include Marshall Warfield, Courtney Bambrick, Athena Dixon, Donna Talarico, and Blair Thornburgh.