COMPLETE LIST OF WWPH FALL EVENTS for America’s Future
WWPH LITERARY SALONS: AMERICA’S FUTURE EDITION and LITERARY READINGS FOR AMERICA’S FUTURE ANNOUNCED
All Events Are Free and Open to the Public
Made possible with the generous support of the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities
The Washington Writers’ Publishing House (WWPH), the longest continuously operating nonprofit cooperative literary press in the United States, announces its WWPH Literary Salons: America’s Future Edition—a series of free, public literary gatherings taking place across the DC, Maryland, and Virginia region this fall. Designed to uplift community voices and celebrate the power of literature, these salons will feature creative writing workshops, author readings, and panel discussions exploring the strength of writing to shape tomorrow.
The fall WWPH Literary Salons are inspired by the forthcoming anthology AMERICA’S FUTURE: poetry & prose in response to tomorrow, edited by Caroline Bock and Jona Colson, which launches on September 9 and includes work from 164 writers from across the DMV and beyond. These literary salons reflect the anthology’s spirit, offering space for questions, hope, and creative reinvention.
What is a WWPH Literary Salon?
WWPH Literary Salons are dynamic three-hour gatherings that center the act of writing, sharing, and community dialogue. Each salon includes:
● 2–3 short creative writing workshops led by published authors
● A break with time for refreshments and informal networking/book sales
● Readings by award-winning local writers associated with WWPH
● A Q&A panel with WWPH writers and editors on craft, publishing, and the writer’s life
All events are free and open to the public, with a strong focus on engaging students and local creatives. This year’s series aims to bring the literary arts directly into the heart of the community—across bookstores, libraries, and schools—with special attention to youth and emerging voices.
Upcoming WWPH Literary Salons & Events:
● Tuesday, August 26 | 5:00–8:00 PM
The Den at Politics & Prose, Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future Edition. RSVP here.
● Saturday, September 6 | 1:00–4:00 PM
Project Create, Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future – Youth Edition (Ages 13–24 only). RSVP here.
● Wednesday, September 10 | 7:00–8:30 PM (Virtual)
Zoom launch in partnership with The Writer’s Center
Celebration of the AMERICA’S FUTURE Anthology Publication. Register for the Zoom link here
● Thursday, September 18 | 6:00–9:00 PM
Howard University, Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: The Writer’s Guild Partnership
● Sunday, September 21 | 5:00–7:00 PM
Busboys and Poets – Takoma, DC
America’s Future Reading & Celebration. RSVP here.
● Tuesday, September 23 | 6:00–9:00 PM
City-State Brewing Co., Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future
● Friday, September 26 | 7:00–9:00 PM
Frederick Book Arts Center, Frederick, MD
America’s Future Reading & Celebration
● Saturday, September 27 | 3:00–4:30 PM
Enoch Pratt Library, Baltimore, MD
America’s Future Reading, Panel Discussion, and Reception. RSVP here.
● Thursday, October 9 | 6:00-9:00 PM
Arts Club of Washington, Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future
● Saturday, October 25 | 1:00-4:00 PM
Place TBA, Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future with Black Women Writers
● Sunday, November 2 | 2:00-5:00 PM
Solid State Books, (H street location), Washington, DC
WWPH Literary Salon: America’s Future
● Monday, November 10th |7:00-10:00 PM
The Inner Loop-America’s Future Reading
Shaw Tavern, Washington, DC
● Sunday, November 16th |5:30-7:00 PM
America’s Future Reading: Virginia Edition
Reston Used Bookstore, Reston, Virginia
● Thursday, December 11/ 7-9 pm
America’s Future Holiday Edition
MoCo Underground
Sandy Spring Museum, Sandy Spring, MD
Founded in 1975, Washington Writers’ Publishing House is a nonprofit cooperative literary press rooted in Washington, DC, and dedicated to publishing and promoting the work of writers across DC, Maryland, and Virginia. With over 100 published titles including: poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and translation, WWPH has long been a champion of literary community and artistic excellence. Through public programming and annual book competitions, WWPH continues to elevate voices and expand access to the literary arts.
All events are free. Schedule is subject to change. Space is limited. Please RSVP.