Poetry open mic with featured musicians, on the last Friday of every month. Solo musicians are also invited to play the open mic. Free admission. Please arrive early if you want to perform. Five minute limit for poets. Seven to ten minutes for music open-mic singers and musicians. Please arrive early to sign in!
Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Six Ft. Swells Press presents an evening of true After-Hours poetry with Nikki Ummel, Todd Cirillo, Julie Valin and Linzi Garcia. This is top-shelf poetry for non-poetry lovers and lovers in general. Poems that shine under the neons in a place of no last call, open bar tabs and pleasurable punches to the heart. The …
This is an exclusive ticketed event! Tickets include admission fee and a copy of Percival's new book "James". There will be an opportunity to get your book signed at the end of the event, as well as a photo opportunity. NAMED A MOST ANTICIPATED BOOK OF THE YEAR BY TIME, NPR, THE SEATTLE TIMES, ELLE, …
Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …
In an online talk, Paula J. Johnson discusses the Smithsonian book "American Table: The Foods, People, and Innovations That Feed Us." Register to receive the link to join and submit questions. Virtually step into the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History with Curator Paula Johnson as she discusses the book Smithsonian American Table: The …
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Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …
New York Times bestselling author Lauren Grodstein will appear for an in-depth discussion and signing event for her latest book We Must Not Think of Ourselves, a heart-wrenching novel of love and defiance. Inspired by Oneg Shabbat, the secret testimony-gathering project carried out by Polish Jews during World War II, Grodstein’s captivating narrative imagines the …
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New York Times bestselling author Lauren Grodstein will appear for an in depth discussion and signing event for her latest book We Must Not Think of Ourselves, a heart-wrenching novel of love and defiance. Inspired by Oneg Shabbat, the secret testimony-gathering project carried out by Polish Jews during World War II, Grodstein’s captivating narrative imagines …
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In this course, participants will submit 2-3 stories and receive feedback from their classmates and the instructor. We will use these stories and outside readings to discuss elements of craft such as dialogue, characterization, and plot. Participants will be responsible for reading and responding to the work of their peers both verbally in discussion, and …
Bar Redux and Unlikely Books present four Unlikely Saints: local poets Valentine Pierce, Tiana Nobile, David Rowe, and Caroline Rowe! And cupcakes of an unpredictable variety! It'll be another great night of poetry, literature and fun at Bar Redux at 8pm on Wednesday, April 3!
Have you ever done something “for the plot?” What about an entire relationship? Do you have a best friend who is an expert enabler? Be honest; are you that friend? In Much More Effective than Pressing Snooze, 35-year-old writer, Liz, must decide to “wake up” when things come to a head with her decade-long friendship …
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Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.
We’ll be on the second floor at Turtle Bay. Show up early to enjoy the lovely balcony. Bring your work for the open mic. Kat Stromquist is a writer and poet. She is a graduate of the MFA program at the University of New Orleans. Her professional life includes work as a newspaper and radio …
(an outdoor, covid safer reading) featuring Amy Berkowitz and E.Gross theme: bridge (please bring poems to share, yours or ones you love, on the theme of literal and/or metaphorical bridges) location: on or near Cabrini bridge on the bayou bring your own chairs (we'll have a few), blankets, snacks, drinks, bug spray, sunglasses, etc. (and …
Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …
Join us Monday, April 8th at 6:30 pm for a poetry reading hosted by Lucky Bean Press, followed by an open mic. This event is free to attend. This month will feature poets reading from The Poetry Buffet: An Anthology of New Orleans Poetry. Lucky Bean Poetry is a press and reading series in New …
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In an online author talk, Colum McCann is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book "American Mother." Register to receive the link to join and submit questions. American Mother is the story of a mother who, in the course of confronting her son’s killer, gets to the elemental heart of violence and …
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Join us for a delightful evening as we celebrate the release of Annell López’s debut book, I’ll Give You a Reason. Annell will be featured alongside Maurice Carlos Ruffin. Indulge in a unique experience as each book is paired with a carefully selected wine. Be in the room with Annell López and Maurice Carlos Ruffin …
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METAIRIE – John Lawrence, author of a new book titled Louisiana Lens: Photographs from The Historic New Orleans Collection, will discuss the book at 7 p.m., Tuesday, April 9, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie. This event is free of charge and open to the public. In Louisiana Lens, …
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Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …
In this course, participants will submit 2-3 stories and receive feedback from their classmates and the instructor. We will use these stories and outside readings to discuss elements of craft such as dialogue, characterization, and plot. Participants will be responsible for reading and responding to the work of their peers both verbally in discussion, and …
Every Other Wednesday at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret 2240 St. Claude Ave. NOLA 21 & Up, $5 at the Door, ID's & Proof of Vaxx Required We Strive to Create an Inclusive & Safe Space for Our Audience & Provocateurs. No Matter Who You Are, What You Desire, or Whom You Love, All Are …
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Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.
We are excited to welcome author Annabelle Tometich to Book Banter! We will be discussing her upcoming book, The Mango Tree: A Memoir of Fruit, Florida, and Felony. Book Banter is a free, fun, interactive (you can ask questions and we will answer them during the event), event that streams live. Join the conversation on Facebook or YouTube …
Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Poetry Open Mic
Join us on Sunday, April 14 from 4–6 PM at Junk Drawer Coffee as we celebrate the launch of Maeve Holler's debut poetry collection, HOW TO LEAVE YOUR FAMILY! This event, hosted by Sports Drink Social Club, will feature: • Readings from Kayla Jackson, Carolyn Hembree, and Maeve • Book signing and copies available for …
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Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …
Join us for activities, refreshments and more on Sunday, April 14th at 4:30pm to celebrate the release of Adam Karlin’s debut book for children, Luna and the Heart of the Forest! Pre-order Your Signed Copy Here Luna is eleven years old and obsessed with adventure. While visiting the island of Newfoundland, Luna finally has …
John Lacarbiere and The Write have teamed up to bring you Nostalgic Monday, a pop-up writing session and open mic that will give you a nostalgic feel inside of Nostalgia Nola, a beautiful black-owned cafe in downtown New Orleans.
The New Orleans Poetry Festival takes the show on the road in 2024. In partnership with the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, and Southeastern Louisiana University, this event features Korean poets Ha Jaeyoun and Hwang Yuwon, translator and poet Jake Levine, and three poets from Louisiana: Alison Pelegrin, Carolyn …
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Celebrate National Poetry Month with One Book One New Orleans at our special event, "Verse and Vision," featuring Mona Lisa Saloy, author of this year's selected book, Black Creole Chronicles. This event invites attendees to delve into poetry and storytelling, highlighting the unique culture and spirit of New Orleans. Join us as Mona Lisa Saloy leads readings …
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"Moving the Chains: The Civil Rights Protest that Saved the Saints and Transformed New Orleans" recounts the athlete protest that led the city to revise its racist policies and gain a football team. We remember the 1966 birth of the New Orleans Saints as a shady quid pro quo between the NFL commissioner and …
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Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
The New Orleans Poetry Festival takes the show on the road in 2024. In partnership with the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, and Yes We Cannibal, this event features Korean poets Ha Jaeyoun and Hwang Yuwon, translator and poet Jake Levine, and three poets from Louisiana: Lisa Pasold, Henry …
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Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …
The New Orleans Poetry Festival takes the show on the road in 2024. In partnership with the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, and Nicholls State University, this event features Korean poets Ha Jaeyoun and Hwang Yuwon, translator and poet Jake Levine, and three poets from Louisiana: Albert Belisle Davis, …
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In this course, participants will submit 2-3 stories and receive feedback from their classmates and the instructor. We will use these stories and outside readings to discuss elements of craft such as dialogue, characterization, and plot. Participants will be responsible for reading and responding to the work of their peers both verbally in discussion, and …
In an online author talk, Xochitl Gonzalez discusses her newest novel "Anita de Monte Laughs Last." Register to receive the link to join and submit questions. Anita de Monte Laughs Last is a propulsive, witty examination of power, love, and art, daring to ask who gets to be remembered and who is left behind in …
The New Orleans Poetry Festival takes the show on the road in 2024. In partnership with the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, and Jefferson Parish Library, this event features Korean poets Ha Jaeyoun and Hwang Yuwon, translator and poet Jake Levine, and three poets from Louisiana: Rodrigo Toscano, Bernardo …
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The University of New Orleans Creative Writing Workshop will host a reading by poets Jennifer Sperry Steinorth and Erika Hodges on Wednesday, April 17, at 8 p.m., at the UNO Lakeside Campus, Liberal Arts Building, Room 197. The reading will be followed by a Q&A, book signing, and a brief reception.
Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.
For our Locals Night Opening Gala & Fundraiser, NOPF is partnering with The Splice Poetry Series to curate a showcase of emerging and established New Orleans poets actively engaged in the community. Encompassing a broad range of subjects, poetics, and styles, these poets testify to the city’s vibrant and diverse sensibilities. Featured local poets include …
For our Locals Night Opening Gala & Fundraiser, we partner with The Splice Poetry Series to curate a showcase of New Orleans poets actively engaged in the community. Encompassing a broad range of subjects, poetics, and performances, these poets testify to the city’s vibrant and diverse sensibilities. The local features include Nikki Ummel, Gabrielle Octavia …
In partnership with the Literature Translation Institute of Korea, our annual International Night features a roundtable and performance by Korean poets, translators, and publishers. The evening begins with a roundtable discussion among the participants and culminates with a bi-lingual reading by the poets and their translators. The roundtable will begin at 6:30pm and will be …
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Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
A pile of out-of-towners softening time, late night NOPF offsite reading. 10pm 4011 St Claude Ave, 4/19. Stella Corso, Michelle Gil-Montero, Henry Goldkamp, Angie Lee, Sarah Minor, Alyssa Moore, Leah Nieboer, and Jimin Seo, with soundscape by Erika Hodges, hosted by Cameron Lovejoy.
The Small Press Fair takes place in the Grand Hall of the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave. from 9am to 5pm on Saturday and from 9pm to 4pm Sunday, April 20-21. Readings, roundtables, and workshops will be held throughout the New Orleans Healing Center and the nearby St. Roch Tavern, 1200 St. …
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Come celebrate the mechanism’s disturbance at the New Orleans Poetry Festival—Alyssa Moore’s debut chapbook WET MEDIA: a humorous, visual burst of polemics on paywalls, clocks, la la land, and other mechanisms of control; which, through its forms, jams its slippery text into the cogs of the apparatus & waits. Recipient of Tilted House's 1br/3bath chapbook …
NOPF presents our main event with interdisciplinary poet and sound artist, LaTasha N. Nevada Diggs, and multimedia poet Carolina Ebeid. Their performances will be followed by a set from the Cornelius Eady Trio. Performances begin at 7pm on Saturday, April 20th, at Café Istanbul in the New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude, New Orleans, …
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Louisiana Poet Laureate ALISON PELEGRIN will read her poems. Refreshments to follow.
Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …
Lost Scribes Society is a poetry open mic taking place every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Three Palms Bar and Grill. This event is free and open to the public, 21 and up. Hosted by Lyrical Paradigm. Sign up at 7pm, open mic at 8.
Come join us for a book launch party with New Orleans authors Marti Dumas and Brittany N. Williams celebrating the kick off of Brittany's national author tour for her new YA novel: SAINT-SEDUCING GOLD.
Join us for a night of fantastical night of mind-bending performances by Judy Lea Steele, Henry Goldkamp, & Roxi Power. Judy Lea Steele is an interdisciplinary writer, performer and producer. Her theatrical career spans stage, film, commercials and VO. As an actress, she will return to The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company in The Felt …
Creative Nonfiction blends elements of fiction and essay. It is a perfect medium for students who wish to write about their own lives in ways that will be compelling for other readers. Like fiction writers, we will work on building interesting stories out of our own experiences, with attention to striking details, characterization, and effective …
Interested in improving your writing? If you want help with a novel or short story, you will find this eight-week course useful and enjoyable. Even if you are writing nonfiction or a memoir, we will cover techniques that will strengthen your narrative. Each session we look at a different aspect of storytelling such as plotting …
In this course, participants will submit 2-3 stories and receive feedback from their classmates and the instructor. We will use these stories and outside readings to discuss elements of craft such as dialogue, characterization, and plot. Participants will be responsible for reading and responding to the work of their peers both verbally in discussion, and …
Every Other Wednesday at The AllWays Lounge & Cabaret 2240 St. Claude Ave. NOLA 21 & Up, $5 at the Door, ID's & Proof of Vaxx Required We Strive to Create an Inclusive & Safe Space for Our Audience & Provocateurs. No Matter Who You Are, What You Desire, or Whom You Love, All Are …
Read more "Esoterotica: Original Erotic Readings by Local Writers"
Café Istanbul presents Poets on Poets every Wednesday 10:00 pm - 2:00 am. Doors open for 9:00 pm. $5 drinks all night long.
Join us for a very, very special Poetry & Pie this month. It will be full of laughter and tears and champagne. And, of course, pie. See you then! Nicole is a writer and baker. She is the 2023 LMNL Poetry Broadside Contest winner with her poem, “The Bridge.” Additionally, her poem “Embodiment” was the …
Lost Scribes Society is a poetry open mic taking place every 2nd and 4th Thursday at Three Palms Bar and Grill. This event is free and open to the public, 21 and up. Hosted by Lyrical Paradigm. Sign up at 7pm, open mic at 8.
Poetry open mic with featured musicians, on the last Friday of every month. Solo musicians are also invited to play the open mic. Free admission. Please arrive early if you want to perform. Five minute limit for poets. Seven to ten minutes for music open-mic singers and musicians. Please arrive early to sign in!
Free Verse Social Club will be featuring Skye Jackson and Chris Hanson Saturday April 27th at 7pm. Open mic to follow.
Sundays at 4:20 pm The Maple Leaf Bar hosts the longest continuously running poetry reading series in North America. It is free and open to the public. The poetry series has been a platform for a great diversity of writers to present their work, from the published and well-established to the novice poet alike. The …
