Poets & Writers

Fifty & Forward

POETS & WRITERS IS MORE than a magazine. We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving creative writers. We pay fees to writers giving readings and leading workshops, provide information and advice to authors, and help them connect with one another and with audiences. We also sponsor a number of awards and prizes. Learn more at pw.org.

In 2020 we will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Poets & Writers. It is remarkable to look back on the work we’ve accomplished

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