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Literature

Jean Hanff Korelitz on Politics and Poetry

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee talks about how politics shift with age and why fiction and invention are devices for truth.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.18.2018
Literature

How Writing Saved Curtis Dawkins' Life

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee says you've probably never seen an accurate portrayal of prison.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.16.2018
Literature

Weike Wang on Science and Literature

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee answers questions about her writing process and what she loves to read.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.11.2018
Civic Action

The Struggle for Power in Puerto Rico

Months after Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico, the island continues its struggle to recover.

BY Zach St. Louis

Podcast

12.21.2017
Literature

20 Fiction Books with Social Impact

These books expand perspectives and elevate literature as a platform for meaningful dialogue.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

11.30.2017
Arts

The Books that Changed Your Worldview

To celebrate the Aspen Words Literary Prize, share the books that impacted you the most.

BY Adrienne Brodeur

Blog Post

05.24.2017
Literature

Aspen Words Literary Prize for Fiction

The Prize recognizes an influential work of fiction about vital contemporary issues.

BY Aspen Institute

Of Interest

09.28.2016