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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
Literature

Viet Thanh Nguyen on Writing Refugees

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee answers questions about his latest short story collection.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.08.2018
Literature

Power of History, Community, and Hope

In this politically divisive and culturally confusing time, Motley says Madison Park has lessons for us all.

BY Aspen Ideas to Go

Podcast

12.20.2017
Literature

The Pen is Still Mightier

Authors of fiction, memoir, and poetry shared their take on literature's role in society, the impact of history on storytelling, and their best advice for aspiring writers.

BY Aspen Words

Longform

12.01.2017
Literature

Madison Park: A Place of Hope

An excerpt from Eric Motley's new book Madison Park: A Place of Hope

BY Eric L. Motley

Longform

12.01.2017
Literature

The Spiritual Toolbox

Writers use words to make meaning of their lives—and to help others find their own meaning, as writer and chaplain finds.

BY Kerry Egan

Longform

12.01.2017
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
Literature

Five Great Authors to Read this Winter

Looking for some holiday reading? Aspen Words has got you covered.

BY Elizabeth Nix

Blog Post

11.21.2017
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