In Your Words: Reflections on 2012 AWW

This week, we bring you the reflections of two participants of the 2012 Antioch Writers Workshop.

On her blog, Rantings, Ramblings and Randomness, Lisa writes,

But what I think I loved most of all is the absolute sense of community – the encouragement, the understanding, and the acceptance that we were all writers and we were in this together. That is the beauty and the magic of the Antioch Writers’ Workshop." (more...)

 Saturday Seminar participant Marisa Becker reflects on her experience and some advice she took home with her on her blog,

I’ve fulfilled a teenage dream: I’ve attended the annual Antioch Writers’ Workshop – well, at least one day of it, but it was still a special occasion in my book." (more...)

Did you write about your experience at the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop on your blog? Send us an email to let us know, and we'll link to it on ours.

Also, don't forget to check out the Antioch Writers' Workshop Fall Weekend Writers' Retreat, October 5-7 at the Grailville Retreat Center in Loveland, Ohio.

In Your Words: Reflections on 2012 AWW

In this next installment of "In Your Words," we direct you to Wooster, Ohio's Daily Record for a column by Leslie Pearce-Keating, who writes,

I sat down in the auditorium, grabbed my new notebook, and took out a pen. I couldn't believe I was there again, at the Antioch Writer's Conference at Antioch Midwest in Yellow Springs. I'd had lunch with Melissa and Shuly, two dear friends from last year. Heide soon joined us, then Wendy, all friends from 2011. Behind me sat Mary Helen, whom I'd had class with at the Imagination Writer's Workshop in Cleveland before last year's Antioch. Seated in front was Lisa and Robin, other buddies from the writer's group some of us had formed. I'd been dreaming of being at Antioch since last July." (more...)

Did you write about your experience at the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop on your blog? Send us an email to let us know, and we'll link to it on ours.

Also, don't forget to check out the Antioch Writers' Workshop Fall Weekend Writers' Retreat, October 5-7 at the Grailville Retreat Center in Loveland, Ohio.

In Your Words: Reflections on 2012 AWW

Here's what some participants, faculty, and speakers are saying about the 27th annual Antioch Writers' Workshop:

On her blog, Laura Moe's Writing Blog, Laura Moe writes about her experience at the workshop and 2012 faculty member, Les Edgerton: 

We go to conferences to make connections with other like-minded souls. My friends and family don't mind that I write, but they don't care about the process. Only other writers understand suffering over the word, fretting over using ‘mysterious’ vs. ‘esoteric’ in a sentence or line."

On the tumblr, The Life of Antonia, Antonia-Grazia writes,

I don’t want to get up at six o’clock in the morning, but I am unbelievably jazzed to go back tomorrow and the days after and just sink into the ocean of awesomeness that is this seminar. And the great part about it, even though most writers are introverts, and there have to be at least a hundred people attending, we can all be extroverts together. You can sit down next to whoever, you don’t have to know their name, who cares, and just say, “What kind of stuff do you write?” Instantly you’re in.

Did you write about your experience at the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop on your blog? Send us an email to let us know, and we'll link to it on ours.

Also, don't forget to check out the Antioch Writers' Workshop Fall Weekend Writers' Retreat, October 5-7 at the Grailville Retreat Center in Loveland, Ohio.

In Your Words: Reflections on 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop

It has been a month since the 27th Annual Antioch Writers' Workshop. Participants, Faculty, Speakers and Staff have written about their experiences online, and we will be bringing their take to you through our blog in a series of posts titled, "In Your Words: Reflections on 2012 AWW."

The first comes from 2012 faculty member, Les Edgerton. On his blog, Les Edgerton on Writing, Les Edgerton writes,

If you can only go to one writer’s conferences/workshops in your lifetime, this is the one I’d recommend. I’ve been to dozens and while they were all wonderful experiences, none were like this for just a pure enjoyable experience for everyone." (more...)

 Read Les Edgerton's detailed rundown of the week on his blog.

Did you write about your experience at the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop on your blog? Send us an email to let us know, and we'll link to it on ours.

27th Annual Antioch Writers' Workshop Photos Now Available!

What a week! Photos from this year's Antioch Writers' Workshop are now posted on our Facebook page. Give us a Like and check them out! 

Stay tuned to our blog, Facebook, and twitter (@AntiochWritersW) for information on upcoming events, like this:

FREE TONIGHT as the 27th Annual Antioch Writers' Workshop Continues

The 27th annual Antioch Writers' Workshop continues today in Yellow Springs, Ohio at Antioch University Midwest!

Tonight's free and open to the public event is:

Tuesday, July 10, 7:00 p.m. -- Readings by First Book Speaker David Halperin and Faculty members Jeff Gundy and Crystal Wilkinson followed by a book signing in the lobby.


Remember to follow us on twitter @AntiochWritersW for live updates, photos, and blogs from the 2012 Antioch Writers’ Workshop. #2012AWW

The 27th Annual Antioch Writers' Workshop Begins Tomorrow

The 27th annual Antioch Writers' Workshop begins tomorrow, July 7, in Yellow Springs, Ohio.

Tomorrow's free and open to the public event is:


Saturday, July 7 at 7:00 p.m. -- Bestselling author John Grogan gives a Keynote Address followed by a book signing in the lobby.

John Grogan

Author of Marley & Me, John Grogan was a columnist at the Philadelphia Inquirer when he wrote a column saying goodbye to his incorrigible 13-year-old Labrador retriever, Marley. When hundreds of messages flooded his inbox and voicemail the next day, John recalls, "That's when I knew I had a bigger story to tell."

The story became Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog, a book about what a misbehaving dog meant to his family. A touchstone for people worldwide, the book grew into a runaway #1 New York Times bestseller with more than 3 million copies in print in 30 languages. Made into a movie starring Owen Wilson and Jennifer Aniston, the book is now part of Grogan's engaging and inspirational conversation about family, loyalty, optimism, and what really matters in life. Grogan now also writes a children's book series called The Marley Series. A new dvd for children titled Marly & Me: The Puppy Years was released in 2011.

Grogan has been featured on Good Morning America, The Today Show, CBS' The Early Show, National Geographic Channel's The Dog Whisperer, and in The New York Times, USA Today, and People magazine. Following the release of the film, Grogan was also featured in a P.S.A. for the American Kennel Club in which he discussed responsible dog ownership.

In his popular appearances he shares what his mischievous dog taught him about patience, constancy and acceptance, "that commitment matters and that 'in good times and bad, in sickness and health' really means something."

Grogan's latest New York Times bestseller is The Longest Trip Home. Publishers Weekly called it "a hilarious and touching memoir of his childhood."

Remember to follow us on twitter @AntiochWritersW for live updates, photos, and blogs from the 2012 Antioch Writers’ Workshop. #2012AWW

Live Tweeting the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop!

Follow us on twitter @AntiochWritersW for live updates, photos, and blogs from the 2012 Antioch Writers’ Workshop. #2012AWW

Final Day to Register for A La Carte Options

Today is the final day to register for A La Carte Options.

Antioch Writers’ Workshop’s A La Carte Options (all held at Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs, Ohio), are designed for writers who are testing the writing waters, writers who are looking for a quick dose of inspiration, writers who don't have a full week available to attend the full conference, or writers who want to try a portion of the workshop before committing to attending for the full week in a future year.

A La Carte options include the Saturday Seminar, Morning Only Classes, Evening “Focus on Form” Seminar, and the John Grogan Master Class.

Like a smorgasbord buffet, AWW’s A La Carte options offer a wide range of opportunities. These options go fast, but they do not go stale! Learn more about our A La Carte options on our A La Carte program page, or register on our A La Carte registration page.

1 Day Left to Register for A La Carte Options!

A La Carte registration remains open through July 2.

Antioch Writers’ Workshop’s A La Carte Options (all held at Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs, Ohio), are designed for writers who are testing the writing waters, writers who are looking for a quick dose of inspiration, writers who don't have a full week available to attend the full conference, or writers who want to try a portion of the workshop before committing to attending for the full week in a future year.

A La Carte options include the Saturday Seminar, Morning Only Classes, Evening “Focus on Form” Seminar, and the John Grogan Master Class.

Like a smorgasbord buffet, AWW’s A La Carte options offer a wide range of opportunities. These options go fast, but they do not go stale! Learn more about our A La Carte options on our A La Carte program page, or register on our A La Carte registration page.

Free Events at the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop!

This year’s workshop features several events that are free and open to the public. All events take place in the auditorium at Antioch University Midwest unless noted otherwise.

Saturday, July 7 at 7:00 p.m. -- Bestselling author John Grogan gives a Keynote Address followed by a book signing in the lobby.

Sunday, July 8, 7:00 p.m. -- Faculty Readings authors Linda Gerber, Jim Daniels, Trudy Krisher  followed by book signing in the lobby.

Monday, July 9, 7:00 p.m. -- Faculty Readings by Hallie Ephron, Sandi Wisenberg, and Chet Kelly Robinson followed by book signing in the lobby.

Tuesday, July 10, 7:00 p.m. -- Readings by First Book Speaker Dave Halperin and Faculty members Jeff Gundy and Crystal Wilkinson followed by a book signing in the lobby.

Wednesday, July 11, 7:00 p.m. -- "Open mic" night reading featuring workshop participants at The Emporium (coffee and wine shop) in Yellow Springs.

Thursday, July 12, 7:00 p.m. -- Faculty Readings by Carrie Bebris, Jerry Dennis and Les Edgerton followed by book signing in the lobby.

Friday, July 13, 7:00 p.m. -- Reading by selected participants from Afternoon Seminars.


For author bios, check out our faculty web page. If you wish to participate in other exciting AWW events, there are still two days left for A La Carte Registration. Visit our A La Carte page today to register.

3 Days Left to Register for A La Carte Options!

July 2 is the deadline for A La Carte registration, meaning there are only three days left!

Antioch Writers’ Workshop’s A La Carte Options (all held at Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs, Ohio), are designed for writers who are testing the writing waters, writers who are looking for a quick dose of inspiration, writers who don't have a full week available to attend the full conference, or writers who want to try a portion of the workshop before committing to attending for the full week in a future year.

A La Carte options include the Saturday Seminar, Morning Only Classes, Evening “Focus on Form” Seminar, and the John Grogan Master Class.

Like a smorgasbord buffet, AWW’s A La Carte options offer a wide range of opportunities. These options go fast, but they do not go stale! Learn more about our A La Carte options on our A La Carte program page, or register on our A La Carte registration page.

Congratulations Scholarship Winners!

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Dayton Daily News and Antioch Writers’ Workshop scholarships.

Betty Crumrine Scholarship
The first place winner of the  Betty Crumrine scholarship is Toni Lapp of Prairie Village, Kansas. First place winners receive a full waiver of registration and tuition for the Full Week experience.

The second place winner is Carrie Herzner of Cincinnati, Ohio. Second place winners receive a half waiver of registration and tuition.

Judson Jerome Scholarship
The first place winner of the  Judson Jerome scholarship is MJ White of Xenia, Ohio. First place winners receive  a full waiver of registration and tuition for the Full Week experience.

Tied at second place are MK Chavez of Oakland, California; Elizabeth Cantonwine Schmidt of Kettering, Ohio;  and Rebecca Van Laer of Providence, Rhode Island. Second place winners receive a half waiver of registration and tuition.

Sinclair Community College Scholarship Winner
Beavercreek resident, Audrey Craig is the winner of this year’s Sinclair Community College Scholarship Winner.

Congratulations again to the 2012 scholarship winners! For more information about scholarships for the Antioch Writers’ Workshop and how to apply, visit our scholarship page.

A La Carte Registration Available Through July 2

While the registration deadline for the Full Week of the 2012 Antioch Writers Workshop is behind us, A La Carte registration remains open through July 2.

Antioch Writers’ Workshop’s A La Carte Options (all held at Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs, Ohio), are designed for writers who are testing the writing waters, writers who are looking for a quick dose of inspiration, writers who don't have a full week available to attend the full conference, or writers who want to try a portion of the workshop before committing to attending for the full week in a future year.

A La Carte options include the Saturday Seminar, Morning Only Classes, Evening “Focus on Form” Seminar, and the John Grogan Master Class.

AWW’s A La Carte options offer a wide range of opportunities. These options go fast, but they do not go stale! Learn more about our A La Carte options on our A La Carte program page, or register on our A La Carte registration page.

Registration for A La Carte Options Deadline is July 2

While we’d love for you to attend the Full Week Antioch Writers' Workshop (and we know you'd like to, too), sometimes a full week commitment just doesn't fit a writer's schedule.

Antioch Writers’ Workshop’s A La Carte Options (all held at Antioch University Midwest in Yellow Springs, Ohio), are designed for writers who are testing the writing waters, writers who are looking for a quick dose of inspiration, writers who don't have a full week available to attend the full conference, or writers who want to try a portion of the workshop before committing to attending for the full week in a future year.

A La Carte options include the Saturday Seminar, Morning Only Classes, Evening “Focus on Form” Seminar, and the John Grogan Master Class.

Like a smorgasbord buffet, AWW’s A La Carte options offer a wide range of opportunities. These options go fast, but they do not go stale! Learn more about our A La Carte options on our A La Carte program page, or register on our A La Carte registration page.

Introducing 2012 AWW Faculty -- Les Edgerton

Afternoon Fiction Seminar -- Les Edgerton

Les Edgerton is the author of fourteen books, including two about writing fiction: Finding Your Voice (Writer's Digest Books) and Hooked (Writer's Digest Books). His fiction has been nominated for the Pushcart Prize, O. Henry Award, Edgar Allan Poe Award (short story category), Jesse Jones Award, PEN Faulkner Award, and the Violet Crown Book Award. His short fiction has appeared in Houghton Mifflin's Best American Mysteries of 2001, Kansas Quarterly, Arkansas Review, North Atlantic Review, Chiron Review, Murdaland, and many others.

The exciting addition of Les Edgerton to the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop is in response to the quickly filling afternoon seminars. Afternoon seminars are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. The final day to register for the full-week 2012 Antioch Writers Workshop is on June 7, 2012. The workshop will be held July 7-13, 2012. Register and read more about Les Edgerton and the rest of the 2012 AWW faculty at www.antiochwritersworkshop.com.

Introducing AWW 2012 Visiting Agent -- Becky Vinter

Becky Vinter

Visiting Agent -- Becky Vinter 

Becky's eclectic tastes span the whole spectrum of women's fiction, from literary to "bookclub" to romance of all subgenres. She is also in the market for YA fiction with kick-ass female protagonists and/or a strong romantic or suspenseful hook. In nonfiction, she likes well-crafted narrative nonfiction, including memoir, current events, travel, pop culture, wellness, yoga and food. Becky Vinter began her career in publishing at the Feminist Press in 2006, before moving to NAL/Penguin, where she edited commercial women's fiction. She joined FinePrint Literary Management in 2011 and is currently looking for a range of both fiction and nonfiction projects.

Introducing 2012 AWW Faculty -- Trudy Krisher

Afternoon Young Writers Instructor Seminar—Trudy Krisher

Trudy Krisher

Trudy is the award winning author of several books for young adult readers, including Spite Fences, Uncommon Faith and Fallout. Her first book, the children's story Kathy's Hats: A Story of Hope, portrays the courage of a child battling cancer. Spite Fences earned Trudy the Cuffie Award from Publishers Weekly for 1994's most promising new author. She is also an assistant professor at Sinclair Community College.

For a listing of the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop Faculty, visit our website.

Introducing 2012 AWW Faculty -- Chet Kelly Robinson

Afternoon Focus on Form Seminar Instructor—Chet Kelly Robinson

Chet Kelly Robinson

Chet writes as C. Kelly Robinson and is the author of five novels including the #1 Essence best-selling and Main Selection of the Black Expressions Book Club No More Mr. Nice Guyand the critically acclaimed Between Brothers, as well as The Deadbeat Divas, The Strong Silent Type, and The Perfect Blend. As Xavier Knight, he published the Christian novels The Things We Do For Love and God Only Knows. Visit Chet Kelly Robinson's website at www.CKellyRobinson.com.

For a listing of the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop Faculty, visit our website.

Introducing 2012 AWW Faculty -- Sandi Wisenberg

Afternoon Creative Nonfiction/Memoir Seminar Instructor—Sandi Wisenberg

Sandi Wisenberg

Sandi is the author of two collections, The Sweetheart Is In, and Holocaust Girls: History, Memory, & Other Obsessions, and The Adventures of Cancer Bitch,
based on her blog, cancerbitch.blogspot.com. She was a feature writer for the Miami Herald and has published prose and poetry in The New Yorker, Ploughshares, Tikkun,New England Review, Michigan Quarterly Review and many other places. She is one of two co-directors of Northwestern's M.A./M.F.A. in Creative Writing program and has received a Pushcart Prize and fellowships from the Illinois Arts Council, Fine Arts Work Center in Provincetown and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Visit Sandi Wisenberg's website at www.slwisenberg.blogspot.com.

For a listing of the 2012 Antioch Writers' Workshop Faculty, visit our website.