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PITTSBURGH — Prime Stage Theatre’s upcoming presentation of And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank tells the poignant story of teenage Holocaust victim Anne Frank…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

PITTSBURGH (November 9, 2023) — The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books will be back for its third annual event on May 11. The Festival will once…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

“About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Pittsburgh’s oldest bookstore for adult writers to develop new…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

From the Publisher: “Classic heavy metal and hard rock icons, like Iron Maiden, Motörhead, and Metallica, have been touring the planet and inspiring generations of metal-heads…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

The Peters Township Public Library will host 22 local authors at its 4th Read Local/Eat Local event. On Saturday, September 9, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., the…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

From the Author: “‘Such Friends’: The Literary 1920s is a series based on blogs I’ve been posting at www.suchfriends.wordpress.com, chronicling what was happening in the literary…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA – City Books is pleased to announce Erica Hom and Leo Smith as Writers-in-Residence from July 1 – November 30, 2023. “Erica Hom (she/her)…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Pittsburgh is home to incredible literary organizations. Today’s featured program is Write Pittsburgh, which strives to amplify voices, empower writers, and encourage relationships that build writer…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

From the Publisher: “When a destructive affair with an older, married boss ended in sexual assault, Linda was grateful her husband took her back. The reconciliation…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

We’re so excited to share this Q&A with our friends at Short Reads, a brand-new (and free) literary magazine publishing out of Pittsburgh, PA! Short Reads…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

“We are now accepting author applications for a spot as a featured author at this year’s Festival of Books in the Alleghenies to be held on…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

Littsburgh’s co-founder Rachel Ekstrom Courage (also a literary agent and author) joined Heather Abraham on Talk Pittsburgh this week to talk about Pittsburgh’s literary community and…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Wednesday, May 3rd, 2023 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 19th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry. Jazz…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

“About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Pittsburgh’s oldest bookstore for adult writers to develop new…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

Pittsburgh, 03/22/2023 — This month marks the end of Vivian Lee Croft’s tenure as the executive director of Write Pittsburgh. Croft, who founded the organization, has…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

We just learned about this Poetry Month Kickstarter for Potted Prose Magazine, whose “mission is to showcase the best of Pittsburgh’s local poets, with a particular…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

CRAFT TALKS is an affordable online seminar series on writers and craft. Topics range from generative writing techniques to revision, publishing, and career-building. More info Littsburgh…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

For those of you who aren’t signed up for The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books’ newsletter: the festival has run into some unexpected funding issues this…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

From Carlow University’s website, via The Madwomen in the Attic: “Contest rules The award is open to women writers over the age of 40 who: Are…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

From City Books’ website: “About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Pittsburgh’s oldest bookstore for adult…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

“[In] the process of building Littsburgh, I found out that the Pittsburgh literary scene is so much bigger than I even thought…” The Pitt News recently…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

From Riverstone Books’ most recent newsletter: “[I]f you have managerial experience, a love of children’s literature and a sense of adventure, please look at our job…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

Remember when we were talking about how excited we were to welcome Heather McAdams Caldwell to the team? In our Q&A with her, she mentioned that…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

“Get ready for the powerful new feature film from director Gren Wells (The Road Within) and producers Brenda and Marc Lhormer (Bottle Shock). Dear Zoe stars…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Via Facebook: “The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is now seeking authors for its 2023 festival! As a participating author, you’ll attract new readers and engage…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

The writers conference Conversations and Connections: Practical Advice on Writing is coming back to Chatham University in Pittsburgh on October 29, 2022 after a three year…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

We just found out about Scribble House (“our mission is to provide a space where Pittsburgh’s writers and artists can gather, create, learn, and perform”) and…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

We are so incredibly excited to welcome Heather McAdams Caldwell to the Littsburgh team! Heather McAdams Caldwell is the new content strategist at Littsburgh. She’s also…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

Write Pittsburgh – “a program collective that amplifies voices, empowers writers, and encourages relationships that build writer agency and foster relationships that grow and strengthen community”…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

“Join us in reflecting on May 14, the day Pittsburgh […] successfully hosted its first ever free, community-wide book festival. We could not have done it without you,…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

We’re so excited to see Riverstone Books growing in Squirrel Hill! The new address for the Squirrel Hill store is 5841 Forbes Avenue (around the corner…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Nick and Rachel Ekstrom Courage (co-founders of Littsburgh) would like to thank The Writers Conference of Northern Appalachia (WCoNA) for presenting Littsburgh with the “Outstanding Contribution…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Pittsburgh’s own award-winning entertainer and writer Billy Porter launches the inaugural Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books May 14 in East Liberty. Porter is among more than…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

This library is full of mysteries…and not just on the shelves. Think you can figure out who done it? Join us for a murder mystery night!…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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.…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Support the Cooper-Siegel Community Library and meet best-selling author Marie Benedict as she discusses her book, The Personal Librarian on Sunday, May 15th from 11am -…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

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Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

About the Author: John Repp is a poet, fiction writer, essayist, and book critic living in Erie, Pennsylvania. In addition to The Soul of Rock & Roll,…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

“Beautiful, vivid writing and a power-packed plot . . . I truly loved it.” –Lauren Tarshis, bestselling author of the I SURVIVED series (on Storm Blown)…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

“Write Pittsburgh weekly workshops are back for 2022. We’re online so join from anywhere. All workshops are free for teens age 13-18. Register to join Girls Write,…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

“PA Reads YA is an organization led by teens and for teens that creates teen-centered literary projects and opportunities. We are committed to creating an environment…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

From the Publisher: “The Girl Who Wasn’t and Is, Anastasia Walker’s first book of poetry, is a deeply personal work and a meditation on community, history,…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Rubbertop Review is an annual literary journal based in Akron, Ohio… and their editors just reached out to let us know that they’re currently open for…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

“Two things we’ve always wanted to try as a journal are a themed issue and a print issue. We’ve decided to combine them this fall into…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Pittsburgh, PA, August 26, 2021—City of Asylum Pittsburgh announces the 17th annual Jazz Poetry Month, consisting of nine concerts throughout September, including four international commissions. The…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

“Today I’m talking about Pittsburgh’s amazing literary scene and my experience living here for almost a decade!” – @abookolive From her “Letter from Pittsburgh” on Book…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

You can find the following information (and more!) on the Triangulation: Habitats fundraising page. More info The Triangulation anthology series is published by Parsec Ink, the…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

From Pittsburgh’s Autumn House Press: “Writers, send us your manuscript before June 15 to be considered for our Full-Length Prizes judged by Eileen Myles, Deesha Philyaw,…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

Millie’s Homemade Ice Cream, White Whale Bookstore, and Allegheny County Library Association, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, and Shaler North Hills Library just announced that they’re teaming…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

PITTSBURGH, PA – Bridges & Books, one of the first and only teen literature podcasts created and hosted by teens and for teens and featuring teen-hosted…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Transgender lives and voices come alive in this new book about the forgotten gender crossroads of Trinidad, Colorado. From the Publisher: “For more than four decades,…

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Start Reading The Adventures of the Flash Gang: Episode Two: Treasonous Tycoon by M. M. Downing and S. J. Waugh (Set in Pittsburgh)!

"Set amid Dickensian realities of poverty and injustice in Depression-era Pittsburgh, [Adventures of the Flash Gang: Episode One] was an Read more

Excerpt and Interview: Janet Roberts (author of What Lies We Keep)!

From the Publisher: "Cybersecurity expert Ted McCord has been fired. He risked everything in a game far beyond his control. Read more

Three Poems from South of Pittsburgh: Poems from Northern Appalachia by Michael Comiskey

From the Publisher: "This volume of Northern Appalachian poetry employs many traditional and modern poetic forms to survey the human Read more

Prime Stage Theatre presents “And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank”

PITTSBURGH — Prime Stage Theatre’s upcoming presentation of And Then They Came for Me: Remembering the World of Anne Frank tells the poignant story Read more

Chris Posti’s latest novel for and about Women over 50 gives readers real life & romance in Contemporary Women’s Fiction!

"Told from the alternating points of view of Rachel, Marla, and Suzanne, respectively, the novel effectively offers a look at Read more

Start reading a short story from House Parties by Lynn Levin…

Named as one of the best books of Summer 2023 by Philadelphia Magazine “House Parties may break your heart, but Read more

Start Reading Ironblood by Mord McGhee…

From the Publisher: "Ironblood is a historical saga exploring the raw and complicated story of America’s industrial legacy, which gives Read more

Start Reading In the Cut by Michael Lockett!

"In the Cut is a big-hearted collection set in Appalachia that explores the lives of individuals trying to get by Read more

About the Author: Catherine Gammon moved to Pittsburgh from New York in 1992 to join the creative writing faculty of the University of Pittsburgh. In 2001…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

From the Publisher: The confluence in the title of this debut collection from Samantha DeFlitch describes the meeting of three rivers, the Monongahela and Allegheny which…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." 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:…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on 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.…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. 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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

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Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

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PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

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We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

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Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill 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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

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Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

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Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

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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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill 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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"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

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"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

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PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

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We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

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From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

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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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill 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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

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"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

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PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

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We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

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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…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill 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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"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

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"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

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PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

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Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Bookish in the ‘Burgh is a teen literature festival presented by Riverstone Books in Pittsburgh’s Cultural District. The Festival aims to celebrate all things bookish through…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

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Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

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Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

From the publisher: “‘Other people locked themselves away and hid from their demons. Townes flung open his door and said, “Come on in.”‘ So writes Harold…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Q&A: Andrea Janov (author of Mix Tapes and Photo Albums)

From the Publisher: "Mix Tapes and Photo Albums, a narrative poetry collection that forms a poetic mix tape. This coming-of-age Read more

From the publisher: “After her adoptive mother’s death, Lori Jakiela, at the age of forty, begins to seek the identity of her birth parents. In the…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Q&A: Andrea Janov (author of Mix Tapes and Photo Albums)

From the Publisher: "Mix Tapes and Photo Albums, a narrative poetry collection that forms a poetic mix tape. This coming-of-age Read more

From the publisher: “A former welder turned community college professor, Sellick Hart narrates East Pittsburgh Downlow, the story of people who struggle to pay their bills…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Thanks to The University of Pittsburgh Press for the heads up on this one: “Embracing the tagline ‘You don’t know what you don’t know,’ the New…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

If you’re reading Littsburgh right now, chances are you know Nick Courage. Since 2015, when Littsburgh launched, Nick has been helping to spread the word about…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

The Watershed Journal is a “grassroots literary magazine produced in the mountains of Northwestern Pennsylvania” dedicated to empowering readers and sharing voices from the mountains of…

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

We just received the below press release from Joshua Lew McDermott, who recently moved to Pittsburgh and is launching a poetry press with his twin sister…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

The Peters Township Public Library will host 20 local authors at its 2nd annual Read Local/Eat Local on Saturday, June 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

We have site visitors all over the world and like to think of Littsburgh as Pittsburgh’s unofficial Literary Tourism Bureau… so it’s especially exciting that we’ll…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

The Hemingway’s Summer Poetry Series was founded by Pittsburgh poet Jimmy Cvetic in 1975 (or thereabouts). Hosted and curated by Joan Bauer and Kristofer Collins, the…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Local cast brings iconic Shakespeare text to Pittsburgh’s majestic industrial site PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania — Quantum Theatre presents King Lear, widely regarded as Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy, directed…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

The University of Pittsburgh Press announces the colorful repackaging of The Spencers of Amberson Avenue, a turn-of-the-century memoir by Ethel Spencer. The cover of the new…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Start Reading Legs Feldman: A Satire by Jere Krakoff…

From the Publisher: "The humorous satire centers around the misfortunes of Zelman Feldman, born with oversized legs and a passion Read more

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Novel Breads Co. is an artisan bread bakery where bread and books are beautifully combined. Tucked in the undulating hills of Western Pennsylvania, this micro-bakery creates…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Q&A: Ed Simon (Author of The Soul of Pittsburgh: Essays on Life, Community and History)!

From the Publisher: "A shot-and-a-beer-town, a drinking town with a sports problem, a gruff, no nonsense, working class, blue collar Read more

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Start Reading A Pandemic Gardening Journal by Matt Puchalski (Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries 2024 Annual Literature Award)!

Nominated for the Council on Botanical and Horticultural Libraries (CBHL) 2024 Annual Literature Award! From the Publisher: "A must read Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Q&A: Anna Monardo (Pittsburgh-raised author of After Italy: A Family Memoir of Arranged Marriage)

"Anna Monardo’s story is one of strength and vulnerability, the two chambers of the immigrant heart." —Adriani Trigiani, The Good Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Q&A: JoAnne Klimovich Harrop (author of “a daughter’s promise”)

From the Publisher (Trib Total Media, LLC.): "In the earliest days of the pandemic, Covid-19 cut a deadly path through Read more

Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures is delighted and honored to share our 2019/20 roster of authors for Ten Evenings. The 2019/20 season boasts a roster of literary…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more

Featuring 30 international companies and artists from 20 countries, including representation from Pittsburgh’s own arts community, the Pittsburgh International Festival of Firsts (a production of the…

Jazz Poetry Month Returns to City of Asylum, Celebrates 20th Year!

PITTSBURGH, PA — Beginning Thursday, May 2nd, 2024 at 7:00 PM at Alphabet City, City of Asylum presents the 20th annual celebration of Jazz Poetry Month. Jazz Poetry Month began with Read more

Featured Event: Seton Hill University’s “In Your Write Mind” Writers Workshop!

You’re invited to In Your Write Mind, the annual writers’ conference that is sponsored and run by the Seton Hill Read more

The Northern Appalachia Review: Open for Submissions (Closes June 15th)!

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

Positions Open at Write Pittsburgh: Executive Director + New Board Members!

"Are you eager to nurture the voices of teen and adult writers in Pittsburgh and beyond? Know someone who would Read more

Attention Teen Writers: Starry False Lily Submission Deadline – May 24!

"Attention teen writers! Submissions are now open for Issue 3 of Starry False Lily, our online youth writing journal. The Read more

Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books Releases Author Lineup, Opens Registration!

PITTSBURGH (April 3, 2024) – Today, the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books announced registration is open for its third annual event, happening on Read more

Celebrating a Full Year of Littsburgh on KDKA’s “Talk Pittsburgh”!

We say this all the time, but Pittsburgh really is a special place when it comes to books and writing. Read more

City Books Fall 2024 Writer’s Residency: Accepting Applications Until Apr. 30!

From City Books’ website: "About the Residency: The City Books Writer’s Residency offers flexible access to a comfortable, creative space within Read more

Carlow University’s MFA in Creative Writing Program is Celebrating its 20th Anniversary!

"Carlow University MFA in Creative Writing Program is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, and we invite the public to join us." Read more

Poetry Lounge, Millvale Celebrates National Poetry Month All April!

Poetry Lounge, Millvale is proud to present an eclectic collection of poetry influenced events in honor of National Poetry Month! Read more