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PA Reads YA (“an organization led by teens and for teens that creates teen-centered literary projects and opportunities”) has put together a virtual auction with lots…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2022/23 roster of critically acclaimed authors for their Ten Evenings mainstage series were announced Monday, May 9th at 7:30 pm live from the…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

From August 4 – 7, PulpFest will be returning to the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh – Cranberry in Mars, PA for its fiftieth convention. Founded in 1972…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

From the Publisher: “Janice ‘Pegs’ Pegula, a mechanic and test driver at a driverless car company in 2030 Pittsburgh, does not steal from her employer. Not…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA – After an extensive six-month national search, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s (CLP) Board of Trustees has enthusiastically selected Andrew Medlar, an internationally recognized visionary…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

“Book-loving volunteers are wanted for the first-ever Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books! Join us Saturday, May 14th and be a part of THE literary event of…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

The Pittsburgh Poetry Journal (previously the Pittsburgh Poetry Review) just announced that they were shutting down after four years and four issues:  “PPJ has made the…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Pittsburgh, PA—City of Asylum Pittsburgh announces the 18th annual Jazz Poetry Month (JPM), consisting of eight concerts throughout May, occupying a new season on the calendar.…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

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PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

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Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

The 2022 Pennwriters Conference (May 13th-15th, 2022) will feature two keynote speakers, literary agents and publishers, and an assortment of writing workshops and presentations. LANCASTER, Pa.…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

The Learning Lamp’s premiere event, The Children’s Book Festival, is back to an in-person, activity-filled weekend on April 2 and 3, 2022 at the Bottle Works…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

“The last few months have been a test of our ability to keep a secret but now we can share that this spring we are moving…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Tuhin Das’s Exile Poems: In the Labyrinth of Homesickness, translated from Bengali by Indian translator Arunava Sinha, comprises sixty-five poems written in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, after Das…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

Everyone has been talking about and awaiting the first ever Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books scheduled for May 14, 2022, in East Liberty. In advance, the…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Program collective Write Pittsburgh announces their new publishing division, starting with youth-focused literary magazine Starry False Lily. Write Pittsburgh’s publishing endeavors first started in 2018 with the…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Fungus Books & Records opened a brick and mortar location – focusing on “rare, new, & used books, records, printed matter” – in Regent Square/Wilkinsburg in…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Lee Gutkind and Kathleen George Headline Premier Conference Dedicated to Promoting the Region’s Literature Brockport, PA, February 2, 2022: The Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia is…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

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Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“Submissions for the 2022 CAAPP Book Prize are OPEN through 2/15/22! The winning manuscript will receive a $3,000 prize and publication from Autumn House Press in…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

“Autumn House Press publishes 8-10 books of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction each year. We accept manuscripts for our annual prizes and through our open-call reading period.…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

The University of Pittsburgh Press is pleased to announce that an accomplished group of poets will be steering the Pitt Poetry Series through the transition from…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Last year, Littburgh featured twelve days of local, independent bookstores to help celebrate literary Pittsburgh during a difficult holiday season. This year is looking up in…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

“It’s coming closer every day… The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books (GPFB), will be taking place LIVE (pending COVID status) on May 14, 2022, in various…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“Beginning December 1, 2021, the annual Triangulation anthology will accept submissions for Triangulation: Energy. We continue to tackle environmental issues as we did with Triangulation: Dark…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

PA Kindness Poem Project encouraged Pennsylvanians to share kindness-themed messages for original poem by Philadelphia poet laureate Notable Pennsylvanians release poem in campaign video to spread…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

“Emerging poets, you’ve got until the end of November to submit your first full-length collection to our Rising Writer Prize! Donika Kelly, the author of THE…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

“The Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia (WCoNA®), happening live at Duquesne March 11-13 2022, and featuring keynote speakers Lee Gutkind, Vanity Fair’s ‘Godfather behind creative nonfiction,’…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Following a long, distinguished career as a poet, teacher, and editor, Ed Ochester, series editor and creative force behind the Pitt Poetry Series of the University…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Root Quarterly (RQ) is a print-only, subscription-based quarterly journal rooted in Philadelphia, but presenting content from Pennsylvania and beyond. We celebrate our artists, writers, social entrepreneurs,…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

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"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

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PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

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Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

Pittsburgh Book Twitter blew up yesterday following this thread from White Whale Books about their experience with the developers of The Terminal in the Strip: Today…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

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"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

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Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Johnstown, PA (March 22, 2021) – The 12th Annual Children’s Book Festival of Johnstown takes on a new look in 2021 with a powerhouse lineup of…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

By Julia Snyder, senior English major from Murrysville, Pennsylvania LATROBE, PA — PEN America has named “Katabasis” one of the top five works of translated poetry…

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

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Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

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Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“Calling all writers! Our full-length contests are open for submissions in all genres. Get us your manuscripts by June 15 to be considered! Submission guidelines here:…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“From her bench in the park near her house, the woman who Rebecca so beautifully and poignantly portrays quietly carries us through the seasons of the…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

From the Publisher: "In his debut collection of nonfiction, Jim Daniels writes about trees, backyard swing sets, above-ground swimming pools, Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

“The Writers Association of Northern Appalachia (WANA) invites proposals for presentations, workshops, and readings for our upcoming conference to be held September 10-12, 2021 at Oglebay…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Pittsburgh, PA –  International storyteller Donna Washington and Dr. Maya Rockeymoore Cummings, widow of civil rights advocate and Maryland Congressman Elijah Cummings, will headline Carnegie Library of…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

“The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of living in or being from what…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“The theme for the 2021 contest is: Still Waters, Deep Thoughts. This can be conveyed in the setting, plot, characters, dialogue…the only limit is your imagination.…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

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Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

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"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

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IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

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Start Reading An Ignorance of Trees: A Memoir in Essays by Jim Daniels

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Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

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"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

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PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

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Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

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New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

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From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

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Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Happy Holidays to all yinz, and welcome to the 12 Days of Indies! My name is Joy Givens, and I’m here to make your December merry…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

The GFPB is looking for a part-time Event Coordinator, beginning January, 2021, to provide organizational, event management and outreach assistance for the Festival, planned for Fall…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

City of Asylum’s 16th annual Jazz Poetry Festival will present free concerts and readings from eight national jazz ensembles and ten poets from nine different countries…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

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"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

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International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

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Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Riverstone Books and Reading Is FUNdamental (RIF) Pittsburgh today announced a new partnership to put books in the hands of 4th, 5th and 6th graders in the Pittsburgh…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

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Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

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Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

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We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

This just in from Write Pittsburgh! For the first time, Write Pittsburgh is offering a series of FREE virtual summer camps for young writers! These camps…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“A scholar and jazz-like innovator. A visionary of luminous detail, of histories, of what he has felt and lived and observed.” New York, NY – Poets…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Start Reading In Search of Rain, From Motel Qu to Pittsburgh: A Memoir for Everyone by Seyed Nourashrafeddin

From the Publisher: "Imagine that you are a child who was born in a large family, and during your childhood, Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

“After graduating from the University of Pittsburgh with an English degree, Sharon Flake could have concentrated on fiction for adults, poetry, or any other style of…

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

International Summit on Freedom of Creative Expression Announced for Pittsburgh!

City of Asylum Pittsburgh and International Cities of Refuge Network (ICORN) collaborate to present 30+ free,transformational events over 4 days Read more

The last time we posted on Littsburgh we were in the middle of deleting hundreds of events from our calendar (which featured scheduled events through the…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

If you’ve been following Littsburgh on Twitter and Facebook, you’ve likely seen our updates about COVID-19’s effects on Pittsburgh’s literary scene. Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

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Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Press Release: In desperate times, determination and courage are necessary, but they lead nowhere without hope. Science fiction shines a light on the future, helping show…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Q&A: Susan Helene Gottfried (author of Legacy: A Tales from the Sheep Farm Novel)

From the Publisher: "The Mackenzies and the Flahertys, two of the founding families of Port Kenneth, TN, have been feuding Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Johnstown, PA – For more than a decade, the Children’s Book Festival of Johnstown has dedicated a weekend to the celebration of words and illustrations. The…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

The Pittsburgh Humanities Festival brings together internationally-renowned academics, artists, and intellectual innovators offering interviews, intimate conversations, and performances focused on art, literature, music, science, policy, politics…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more

Taking their role as an unbiased, reliable source for research and education seriously, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) has been hard at work celebrating Black History…

Start Reading Fine Young People: A Novel by Anna Bruno (Set in Sewickley!)

From the Publisher: "In this “smart, irreverent secret history” (Stewart O’Nan) Sewickley set novel by highly praised Pittsburgh native author Anna Read more

Gone Fishin’ – Littsburgh Out of Office

We’ve been celebrating literary Pittsburgh since 2015 without a break, so for the ten year anniversary of Littsburgh, we decided Read more

Featured Event: The In Your Write Mind Writers Conference – June 26-29 at Seton Hill U in Greensburg, PA

Want to get your writing mojo back? Attend Seton Hill U’s In Your Write Mind Writers conference. $120 for the Read more

Three Pittsburgh-Based Publishers Finalists For Prestigious National Award!

New York, NY — The Community of Literary Magazines & Presses (CLMP), the national nonprofit organization that for 58 years Read more

Mt. Lebanon Public Library: The First Designated Book Sanctuary in PA!

From Mt. Lebanon Magazine by way of Facebook: "On February 18, the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board of Trustees passed Read more

The City of Pittsburgh and American Rescue Plan Act Support for Artists Grant (Due June 16th)!

"The City of Pittsburgh, with funding through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), is launching the Support for Artists Grant Read more

Littsburgh’s Founder, Rachel Ekstrom Courage, on KDKA’s Talk / CBS Pittsburgh!

Littsburgh's founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (now a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author!) recently stopped by KDKA to Read more

Drue Heinz Literature Prize Open for Submissions (University of Pittsburgh Press – Ends June 30th)!

"The Drue Heinz Literature Prize recognizes and supports writers of short fiction and makes their work available to readers around Read more

Autumn House Press Poetry Prize: Open for Submissions (Ends June 30, 2025)

"For the 2025 prize, the Autumn House staff as well as select outsider readers serve as the preliminary readers, and Read more

Applications are now open for Peters Township Public Library’s Read Local Eat Local 2025!

"Applications are now open for Read Local Eat Local 2025! This is event is on Saturday, September 6, from 11 Read more

Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Workshop (June 26-29, 2025)

"What: This is an annual, alumni-run writers workshop. It features writing-related classes, agent pitch sessions, a book signing, and other Read more

IGW Genre Conference in Huntington, WV!

"Calling all plot twisters, world builders, and romance stirrers! Join fellow genre lovers, top-tier agents, sharp-eyed editors, and bestselling authors Read more

Prime Stage Theatre announces 2025-26 season celebrating three world premieres by three local playwrights

PITTSBURGH —  Prime Stage Theatre celebrates its 29th season with three world premieres commissioned from three Pittsburgh playwrights: Nov. 7-16, 2025 – Mr. Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures Announces 35th Anniversary Season!

From our friends at Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures’ 2025/26 roster of acclaimed authors for our Ten Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Opens Registration, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh to Announce Major Literacy Initiative at 2025 Event

PITTSBURGH, PA – It’s time to book your spot! Registration for the 2025 Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is officially Read more

United Way volunteers get 35,000 books to kids at annual Big Book Drop!

"United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosted its seventh annual Big Book Drop event on April 15-17 at Acrisure Stadium, where Read more

Northern Appalachia Review: Open to Submissions for Volume 7 Starting April 14th (Closed June 15)!

"The Northern Appalachia Review welcomes submissions of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction written about, representing, or engaging with the experience of Read more

25th Anniversary of the Pitt-Greensburg Writers Festival (Celebrating the Healing Art of Storytelling)!

But this too is true: stories can save us The writer Tim O’Brien calls storytelling an essential human activity. "The Read more

Art All Night Pittsburgh: April 26-27!

Press Release: Art All Night Pittsburgh is back in full force this April 26-27, 2025 starting at 4 pm and Read more

Duquesne to Welcome Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Distinguished Writers in Residence

Press Release: Duquesne University is proud to announce the appointment of noted writers Lee Gutkind and Jill Moyer Sunday as Read more