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Confronting Writing Challenges

Five Aspen Words Literary Prize nominees share their struggles with their craft.

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4 days ago
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7 Tips for Starting Your Novel

Celebrated authors share advice and inspiration they've collected over the course of their careers.

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2 weeks ago
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Books For Your Holiday Reading List

Aspen Words Literary Prize nominees share their recommendations.

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12.19.2018
Literature

16 Books Up for the Aspen Words Literary Prize

These important novels touch on some of today's most meaningful issues.

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Blog Post

11.19.2018
Literature

How Mohsin Hamid Brought the Refugee Crisis to Life

Hamid's novel 'Exit West' is the winner of the inaugural Aspen Words Literary Prize.

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04.23.2018
Literature

Mohsin Hamid Wins the Aspen Words Literary Prize

Mohsin Hamid is the author of "Exit West" and the first recipient of the $35,000 prize for a book with social impact.

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04.10.2018
Literature

Rowan Hisayo Buchanan on Writing for the Love of Words

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee discusses the personal story behind her debut novel.

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Blog Post

03.08.2018
Literature

The Power of Fiction

The inaugural Aspen Words Literary Prize will recognize a work of fiction with social impact.

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03.05.2018
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Author Jonathan Dee on How Fiction Can Create Empathy

The Aspen Words Literary Prize nominee discusses how a good book can help you see the world differently.

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02.27.2018
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