Category Archives: Writers

The Response To My Open Letter To AWP, From AWP

Posted on September 16, 2015 by DMW

Two weeks ago I wrote an open letter to the AWP (The Association of Writers and Writing Programs) about my experience at their conference earlier this year and a response to recent goings-on that has cast a harsh (yet necessary) … Continue reading →

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When You’re In A Writing Rut, Take A Class Or Something

Posted on September 15, 2015 by DMW

As a working writer, it can be a solitary life. Being a total introvert that works for me. But every now and then it’s good to connect. Lately, I’ve been in… I don’t know. I wouldn’t exactly call it a … Continue reading →

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An Open Letter To The AWP #AWP16

Posted on September 1, 2015 by DMW

Last April, I attended my first-ever AWP (Association of Writers & Writing Programs) conference. I was nervous and excited. Nervous because I am profoundly deaf, so any type of public forum can be difficult and that’s with the proper accommodations. … Continue reading →

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AWP Strikes Out, Kate Gale Doesn’t Do It Any Favors

Posted on August 26, 2015 by DMW

AWP (the Association of Writers and Writing Programs) has come under fire for its lack of inclusion and transparency. Basically, a bunch of people proposed panels geared towards “minority issues” – good God, I hate that phrase – and they … Continue reading →

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Why I Hate Revision

Posted on June 2, 2015 by DMW

If you’re a writer you know how important revision is. It’s a process, possibly a more difficult, longer and more involved process than the actual creation of your work. Writing is easy compared to revision. You sit down and write. … Continue reading →

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