Writers On The Edge
P: 541-574-7708
Carla Perry
P.O. Box 85
Newport, OR
97365
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Website: http://www.writersontheedge.org
Writers On The Edge, a nonprofit organization, is dedicated to the literary arts education and enrichment of the general public and school students of Lincoln County. It is committed to fostering not only the artistic development of individual writers, but to cultivate a writing community as well.
OUR PROGRAMS INCLUDE:
• The Nye Beach Writers’ Series, which has been in continuous operation for 11 years and has featured more than 350 authors so far at its monthly, year-round events.
• Summer writing workshops for youth in Lincoln County.
“• After-school writing workshops for youth in Lincoln County.
• Writing workshops for adults.
• Sponsorship of writing scholarships
• FisherPoets on the Edge, a 3-day celebration of the fishing and the bounty of the sea through poetry, songs and storytelling.
The Writers’ Series has been in existence since June 1997 and hosted more than 330 authors at 150 events so far. The nonprofit umbrella organization, Writers On The Edge, was created in 2002 to oversee the Writers’ Series and assist with expanded program development. The organization is entirely volunteer run. Carla Perry, the organization’s founder, received the Governor’s Art Award and the Stewart Holbrook Special Award for her outstanding contributions to Oregon’s literary arts.
The Nye Beach Writers’ Series presents works of fiction, journalism, science fiction, literary non-fiction, Oregon history, poetry, nature writing, memoir, songwriting, and playwriting. Featured authors are selected based on quality of writing, not their fame. Most events end with an open mic of original work by audience members. Students in area high schools and colleges are admitted free.
For event schedule details go to the Writers On The Edge website. To receive monthly email event announcements, click on the website’s “subscribe” button, or call 541-574-7708.
To be considered as a featured writer at the Nye Beach Writers’ Series you must present original work. Events are generally held the third Saturday of every month through November. Please send the following:
• a short bio of yourself
• samples of your work or review copies of your book(s)
• preference regarding appearance dates
Keep in mind that the Writers’ Series is booked at least six months in advance. Check the online schedule before selecting a date.
Writers On the Edge, Inc. is supported by admission dollars, grants, and the generosity of individuals like you to fulfill its mission. Support Live Culture!
For more information, email us.
Visit the Writers on the Edge website.
Learn more about the annual FisherPoets event here.
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