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Narrative Magazine First-Person Contest (Thu July 03, 2008)Narrative Magazine is holding its First-Person Contest, open to works of fiction or non-fiction that take the first-person point of view. Submissions will be accepted in the following categories: short stories, short short stories, novel excerpts, essays, memoirs, and excerpts from book-length non-fiction. All entries must be unpublished, under ... read more »
Summer Is Going By Fast... read more »
...so don't wait too long to come to some of our single-session classes. They'll be running through early August.
Wine & Writing read more »
Swirl, sniff, sip and savor your way through some classic wines on Thursday, July 17th. Go ahead and taste, then set your pen to paper with writing prompts to sharpen your sensory descriptions.
Certificate Program in Creative Writing... read more »
Our new Certificate Program in Creative Writing is underway. If you've been dreaming of getting into an MFA program or just feel you're ready to get serious about your writing, then this is for you! Just email us for the details!
Youth Institute Update... read more »
This September, look for after-school programs for middle and high school students interested in creative writing, college essay prep, standardized testing prep and more. If you're interested, please email us at info@storystudiochicago.com
Need a Gift for the Writer in Your Life?... read more »
Get a StoryStudio Chicago gift
certificate for the one you love. They're available in any denomination and we send 'em out quick. Just give us a call at 773.477.7710 for assistance.
StoryStudio and Community Partners
Writing may be a solitary act, but we know how much more pleasant it is when you have a network of people and groups to keep you focused. StoryStudio Chicago is building a network of writing and storytelling community partners to help you along.
- Writers Workspace--Come to our Write-a-thons for some incredibly productive writing time and community. But if you need quiet office space during the week to get your work done, Writers Workspace is a beautiful facility designed to help you meet your writing deadlines, conduct interviews and focus. Ask about the StoryStudio discount.
- Chicago Women in Publishing--a wonderful organization for writers, editors, publishers and any one else in the world of publishing.