#awp 2018

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We’re Finally Done With All The AWP Posts!!!!! We're finally done with all the AWP posts!!!!! It's time to celebrate!!!!! Man, even I was getting tired of those things.

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The Truth: What "AWP" Stands For

The Truth: What “AWP” Stands For

Well, technically the conference is over. Everyone is just on their way home now. Still, most are still waking up together in Tampa, so I have one more chance to get it right. I’ve been wrong the whole things so far, but you can believe me when I tell you that “AWP” stands for “Angled Walrus Parts.” Wait, that’s not right…Damn it! I’m wrong again! Screw it, I give up.        

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You Probably Don't Trust Me Anymore: What "AWP" Stands For

You Probably Don’t Trust Me Anymore: What “AWP” Stands For

You probably don’t trust me anymore. I’ve told you so many incorrect things that “AWP” stands for. Will I ever get it right? You probably wouldn’t believe me if I did, but I tell you on this last full day of the conference that AWP stands for “Albert’s Women Pals.”   Apparently, the conference was named to honor all the incredible female actors who have starred with Albert Brooks over the years.…

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Correction: What "AWP" Really Stands For

Correction: What “AWP” Really Stands For

It has been brought to my attention that I made a mistake when I told you yesterday that “AWP” stood for “Always Wear Pearls.” Apparently I was the only one who thought that. I’ve been since corrected that “AWP” actually stands for “A Warm Pendleton.” Those shirts are sure warm, and the conference is so often in cold places. Not this year in Tampa, but certainly previous years in Washington D.C.,…

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Okay...Here Is What "AWP" REALLY Stands For

Okay…Here Is What “AWP” REALLY Stands For

Okay, I may have told you yesterday that “AWP” stood for “All Weather Patton.” That may have been a lie. Today I’ll tell you the truth, on this first actual day of the conference. The truth is that “AWP” stands for “Always Wear Pearls.” It’s a reference to Lisa Simpson. Remember how she always wear pearls? Well, be like Lisa. Not just with the pearls, but with everything. She’s the best person in…

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The Cambridge Writers’ Workshop Spring in New Orleans Writing Retreat will take place from April 13-16, 2018. Known for its Spanish and French architecture, live jazz, cajun food, and street festivals, New Orleans offers an inspirational and one-of-a-kind environment for creative writers. During the retreat, we will be staying in the lovely Algiers Point neighborhood, just a short ferry ride away from the Historic French Quarter.  Our retreat features multi-genre workshops, as well as craft seminars and time to write.  The faculty includes award-winning writers and literary agent Rita Banerjee, Diana Norma Szokolyai, and Natalie Kimber. There will one-on-one consultations with our literary agent, and workshop genres include nonfiction, fiction, and poetry. If you’d like to join us in New Orleans, please apply online at cww.submittable.com by March 20, 2018.

The Cambridge Writers’ Workshop Summer in Paris Writing Retreat will take place from July 25-30, 2018.  Situated in heart of Paris’ Montparnasse neighborhood, amongst the fresh and popular open air markets and charming boutiques, the hotel stay is full of Parisian charm and our classes will take place in a beautiful Moroccan themed room that opens to a courtyard that can also be used by our writers.  Retreat activities will include craft of writing seminars and creative writing workshops, literary tours of Paris. If you’re serious about writing and want to soak in some exquisite French culture this summer, join our retreat in Paris!   The faculty includes award-winning writers Kathleen Spivack, Rita Banerjee, and Diana Norma Szokolyai.  Genres include poetry, fiction, and nonfiction. If you’d like to join us in Paris, France, please apply online at cww.submittable.comby April 30, 2018.

The Cambridge Writers’ Workshop Summer in Granada Writing Retreat will take place from August 1-6, 2018 in Spain. Located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains in Andalucía, Granada is one of the gems of Spain and has inspired writers from Washington Irving to Salman Rushdie to Ali Smith. Let the old city stimulate your writing with its winding streets, Moorish history, and evocative landscapes. Or, indulge in delicious Andalucían cuisine and traditional Arab baths. Work on your existing manuscript, or look to the beauty and warmth of Granada to inspire all-new projects.  Faculty includes Tim Horvath (fiction), Rita Banerjee (poetry, fiction), and Diana Norma Szokolyai (poetry, nonfiction).  If you’d like to join us in Granada, please apply online at cww.submittable.com by July 1, 2018.

To learn more about our upcoming writing retreats, visit the Cambridge Writers’ Workshop table (T403) at the AWP Bookfair in Tampa, FL from March 7-10, 2018!

Application Deadlines for Cambridge Writers’ Workshop Writing Retreats in New Orleans, Paris, and Granada Approaching! The Cambridge Writers’ Workshop Spring in New Orleans Writing Retreat will take place from April 13-16, 2018.

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What Does "AWP" Stand For?

What Does “AWP” Stand For?

Since today is the first day of AWP, though the conference doesn’t really get started until tomorrow, I thought I’d tell you what “AWP” stood for. People are always asking, so I’ll tell you. Now, don’t click that link above and get misled. “AWP” actually stands for “All Weather Patton.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_S._Patton#/media/File:Pattonphoto.jpg You see, back in the day you had to…

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Announcing our new Media and Communications Intern Rachel Kurasz! The Cambridge Writers' Workshop is pleased to announce our newest member of our team. Rachel Kurasz…