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Now in its 23rd year, Writers in Paradise helps writers take their projects to the next level with our award-winning faculty. January 16-23, 2027.

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Adapted from Stewart O'Nan's novel, A PRAYER FOR THE DYING will be released on October 9. BTW, O'Nan is teaching a workshop on the novel at the next Writers in Paradise conference, January 16-23, 2027. Applications are accepted through November 1. writersinparadise.com
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Seven days of writing workshops, readings, and craft talks in lovely St. Petersburg, Florida. Application period runs until Nov. 1: writersinparadise.com
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After 10 years, goodbye, and thank you, thank you, thank you. ❤️ @eckerdcollege facebook.com/share/p/18J3V7J…
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Applicants, notifications have started to go out. Please check your emails. If you haven't received anything from us yet, be patient. We do often take until the 15th to get all our correspondence out. If you don't hear from us by the end of the 15th, email us at [email protected].
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Onnnnnnnnne weeeeeek left! Apply to come study with our award-winning faculty at #writersinparadise2026! Click or scan for more info. App deadline Nov 1 (11:59pm EST). @eckerd @TomboloBooks @FIU_MFA @keepstpetelit
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#writersinparadise2026 Final month to apply! @eckerd @TomboloBooks @TBTimes @FIU_MFA @BooksandBooks @keepstpetelit
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CONGRATULATIONS Barbara Greenbaum @BarbaraGre34450 on the publication of your story collection, GO OUT LIKE SUNDAY @MainStreetRag! Please join me in welcoming this collection into the world by getting your copy at mainstreetragbookstore.com/p… #writersinparadise2026 apps open now!
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#writersinparadise2026 - announcing our lineup, workshops, and more! Visit writersinparadise.com/ for details! @TomboloBooks @TB_Times @eckerdcollege @FIU_MFA
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SAVE THE DATE! January 17 - 24, 2026 #writersinparadise2026
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Meet the incredible faculty of this year’s Writers in Paradise. 🌟 A powerhouse group of talented authors, educators, and storytellers who made this event truly special. Thank you all for sharing your wisdom and passion with us! 📖✍️#LiteraryCommunity #AuthorFaculty #Inspiration
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Wrapping up an unforgettable conference with a powerful reading from the brilliant Lauren Groff. ✨ She shared from her incredible work, followed by an insightful onstage conversation with Andre Dubus lll. A perfect way to close out an inspiring conference! #writersinparadise2025
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Les Standiford kicked things off by reading pitches to our publishing panel for feedback. Jonathan Escoffery, Didi Jackson, and Les Standiford shared readings from their brilliant works, followed by a book signing. How wonderful it was to interact with these gifted writers! 📝🌟
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From powerful readings to meaningful book signings, Laura Lippman and Gloria Muñoz left us wowed at Writers in Paradise. A night of honesty, humor, and poetic breadth.✨📚 For Laura's essay, click here. ⬇️ oldster.substack.com/p/i-don… #writersinparadise2025 #AuthorEvent #Storytellers
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Perfect blend of great conversation, craft, and creativity. 💫 Andre Dubus III and Michael Koryta shared their words, and we soaked in every moment. A memorable night of storytelling and connection. #WriterLife #LiteraryNight #BookLovers #writersinparadise2025
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Today’s event featured talks with Laura Lippman, Anjanette Delgado, and Luis Alberto Urrea, plus "Writer Idol" with Ann Hood, Michael Koryta, and Les Standford. Attendees also enjoyed readings by Ann Hood, Helen Pruitt, and Luis Alberto Urrea, followed by book signings. 📖🖊️
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A night of inspiration at Writers in Paradise! ✍️🌟 Les Standiford introduced the faculty, followed by readings from Anjanette Delgado, Major Jackson, and Ana Menendez. 📚 The evening wrapped with book signings, kicking off an unforgettable week! #writersinparadise2025
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An unforgettable evening at Writers in Paradise! ✨ Karen Russell’s powerful reading, followed by a great Q&A with Les Standiford. Thanks to all who joined us—more to come this week! #WritersLife #Storytelling #CreativeInspiration #writersinpqradise2025
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“The most underrated Christmas movie of the 21st century” is based on professor’s book | FIU News - Florida International University news.fiu.edu/2024/the-most-u…

“The most underrated Christmas movie of the 21st century” is based on professor’s book

Creative writing program director Les Standiford’s “The Man Who Invented Christmas,” about Charles Dickens, is the basis for the 2017 film of the same name, which is quickly becoming a classic.

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#writersinparadise2025 Dearest applicants, with the exception of Graphic Novel, which was sent on 11/14, all notifications were sent yesterday, 11/15. Please check your inboxes to see your status. Thank you for your patience! @eckerdcollege
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