Upcoming Events
Aug
10
to Sep 30
First Chapter Contest: Call for Submissions
Submit your first chapter to our 11th annual First Chapter Contest.
Sep
12
to Sep 13
CWA at Printers Row Lit Fest
Chicago Writers Association returns to Printers Row Lit Fest on September 12 and 13, 2026—we'd love to see you there.
Oct
1
to Oct 31
Speakers Bureau: Call for Submissions
Call for submissions for the 2027 Speakers Bureau.
Oct
10
Live Lit
Join us at the Sulzer Regional Library for the next Live Lit. Interested in reading? Learn more.
Nov
13
to Nov 16
CWA Winter Retreat
The CWA Winter Retreat is an intimate writing getaway designed for writers who want uninterrupted time to focus on their work while enjoying the encouragement of a small creative community.