Where Writers Grow Together

WE TELL THE BEST STORIES: YOURS!

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WHERE WRITERS FIND THEIR VOICE.

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CRAFT. CONNECT. CREATE.

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WE TELL THE BEST STORIES: YOURS! ∽ WHERE WRITERS FIND THEIR VOICE. ∽ CRAFT. CONNECT. CREATE. ∽

New York Writers Workshop is an alliance of published authors and professional writers of fiction, non-fiction, journalism, poetry, plays and screenplays, who live and teach in New York City and a growing list of locales across the globe.

New York Writers Workshop is dedicated to offering professional guidance, resources, and workshops that teach craft, foster creativity, and help writers achieve their goals.

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Two Legendary Cities, One Unforgettable Literary Journey.

The New York Writers Workshop is thrilled to announce our upcoming International Conference, taking place this year in Athens and Corfu. Gather with writers, editors, and literary professionals from around the world for inspiring workshops, readings, and conversations in two of Greece’s most historic and beautiful settings. Stay tuned for full program details — and start planning your journey!

Promotional flyer for "NYWW in Greece." Dates: May 28 - June 10, with events in Athens and Corfu. Featuring Tony Barnstone, Scott Noon Creley, and others. Pricing details and contact email included.
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    CLASSES

    Online and in-person workshops led by published authors, designed to support writers at every stage.

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    CONFERENCES

    Pitch your book, get expert feedback, and connect with agents and editors at our professional writing conferences.

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    EVENTS

    Live readings, panels, and public programs that bring writers and readers together in dynamic, creative spaces.

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    PRISON WRITES

    A social justice initiative offering creative writing workshops to incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals.

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OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS

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Support Stories That Matter

New York Writers Workshop is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to making high-quality writing education accessible to all. Your donation helps us offer scholarships, support outreach initiatives like Prison Writes, and grow a global community of storytellers.