Writers Write. We’ve read or heard that sentence many times. In the Chattanooga Writers' Guild, it’s what we are about. We are a productive group of poets, short fiction writers, novelists, essayists, creative non-fiction writers, and memoirists.In that vein, as we approach the 25th Anniversary Celebration and Reunion, the planners would like to recognize the many... Continue Reading →
Literary Award Opportunity
Bell Cow Productions is now accepting submissions for The Moriarty Award, which recognizes a memorable, compelling, sharply drawn antagonist in a published work of fiction. Villains, rivals, masterminds, charming troublemakers, institutional forces, morally complicated opponents, and beautifully written bad influences are all welcome. The winning author will receive a $500 cash prize. Find out more... Continue Reading →
Join us May 12th for our monthly meeting!
We are excited to offer another member reading and experience the work of our talented membership! On May 12, published members will share book excerpts or short pieces from journals or anthologies. We also invite all published members to bring books to sell, whether you’re reading or not. We will provide table space and an... Continue Reading →
Young Writer Workshop in June!
Bring the whole family to our June meeting! Do you have children who are interested in writing? In June, the Chattanooga Writers’ Guild will have a free workshop night for children six years and older, accompanied by their parents. Experienced guild members will provide separate writing activities for elementary-aged children and teens while their parents... Continue Reading →
May YA/Youth Fiction Contest Open
The Chattanooga Writers’ Guild seeks YA/Youth Fiction submissions with the theme Magic. NOTE: We are not seeking picture books. This is our first contest for this category of Fiction, and we welcome writers to interpret the theme as loosely as they wish. Deadline to submit up to three (3) stories of 1,500 words each is May 31,... Continue Reading →
Seeking art, photos for upcoming anthology
We are open to member submissions of black and white art/photography for our upcomging CWG anthology of 2025 works.
Join us April 14th for our monthly meeting!
This National Poetry Month,CWG’s Offering “The Anatomy of Creative Writing Collections” with Featured Speaker John Mannone John’s interactive talk will use examples from his 11 published collections and others in development. John will examine strategies for compiling poems, short stories, or creative nonfiction essays for chapbook and full-length collections. He will address common questions such... Continue Reading →
Join us for Poetry in the Park on Thursday!
On April 9th, Collegedale Parks and Recreation is hosting a poetry open mic event at Imagination Station Pavilion, and CWG has a secured a table for our members. The spirit of the event is to connect with other writers, share written works, and inspire the public to get involved. There are no requirements to participate,... Continue Reading →
Member readings are back in May!
Coming up on May 12, we'll hear readings from you, our talented membership! As in the past, each reader will have about six minutes to share from their published work. If you wish to read, contact Sherry by May 1 at sherry.poff@chattanoogawritersguild.org. In your email, please indicate if you will bring books to sell.
New book! Trevor the Notable G.O.A.T. is now available for purchase
CWG member Martha Summa-Chadwick is proud to announce the release of Trevor the Noteable G.O.A.T.: A Triumphant Tale of Music and Friendship for a Boy with Autism. This is a heartfelt middle-grade novel that introduces readers to Trevor Chaplin, a brilliant but socially awkward fifth grader who has recently been diagnosed with autism. When a... Continue Reading →
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