Aspen is a place for leaders to lift their sights above the possessions which possess them. To confront their own nature as human beings, to regain control over their own humanity by becoming more self-aware, more self-correcting, and hence more self-fulfilling.

Walter P. Paepcke, Aspen Institute Co-Founder
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Aspen Summer Words 2017

Note: This is a past event, additional resources may be available below.

Jun 18 – 23, 2017
Aspen, CO

Date

Jun 18 – 23, 2017
5:00am – 3:00pm EDT

Location

Aspen, CO
The Gant
610 S W End Street

Contact

    [email protected]
    970.925.3122

Hosts

Recognized as one of the nation’s top literary gatherings, Aspen Summer Words is a six-day celebration of words, stories, and ideas held annually in Aspen. Advanced workshops with renownded authors and teachers are an intimate place for writers to develop a manuscript, while introductory workshops invite participants to explore the craft of writing. Literary agents and editors meet one-on-one with workshop participants, and public panel discussions provide inspiration and insight for writers and readers alike. Evening events include readings, receptions, and the Aspen Words Annual Benefit Dinner, featuring a special guest author.

Public ticketed events are $25 and can be purchased at aspenshowtix.com
Readers’ Retreat Information
Beginning Writing WorkshopRecognized as one of the nation’s top literary gatherings, Aspen Summer Words is a six-day celebration of words, stories, and ideas held annually in Aspen. Advanced workshops with renownded authors and teachers are an intimate place for writers to develop a manuscript, while introductory workshops invite participants to explore the craft of writing. Literary agents and editors meet one-on-one with workshop participants, and public panel discussions provide inspiration and insight for writers and readers alike. Evening events include readings, receptions, and the Aspen Words Annual Benefit Dinner, featuring a special guest author.

Public ticketed events are $25 and can be purchased at aspenshowtix.com
Readers’ Retreat Information
Beginning Writing Workshop