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Tayari Jones Tells the Truth

The 2019 Aspen Words Literary Prize Winner discussed how she brings a human face to the social issues most pressing in our time.

BY Sophia Rivera-Silverstein

Blog Post

05.01.2019
Literature

Tayari Jones Wins Aspen Words Literary Prize

The $35,000 prize honors a work of fiction that illuminates a vital contemporary issue.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

04.11.2019
Literature

5 Books that Demand Your Attention

These shortlisted titles for the Aspen Words Literary Prize address some of the most urgent social issues in America and the world.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

02.20.2019
Literature

Authors Share Their Inspiration

Sometimes inspiration for a story is borne out of a new experience, other times it comes from re-examining your daily life.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.31.2019
Literature

How Writers Translate the Political Moment

Books aren't always a refuge. Sometimes they're the best place to start to understand today's issues.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.24.2019
Literature

Confronting Writing Challenges

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

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.17.2019
Literature

7 Tips for Starting Your Novel

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

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

01.10.2019
Literature

Books For Your Holiday Reading List

Aspen Words Literary Prize nominees share their recommendations.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

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.

BY Aspen Words

Blog Post

11.19.2018
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