Literary Journal

Kaz Conference Writing Workshop

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About the magazine

The Kaz Conference Writing Workshop, associated with the writer Donna Kaz, is an intimate literary gathering that prioritizes craft, community, and the generative process. Founded on the belief that serious writing emerges from sustained attention and honest exchange, the workshop offers a space where writers of creative nonfiction and related forms can develop their work away from the pressures of commercial publishing. Its ethos is one of rigorous support: participants are expected to read deeply, revise openly, and engage with peers as both critics and allies. The conference is deliberately small-scale, allowing for focused seminars, one-on-one consultations, and unstructured time for writing. Rather than chasing trends, the Kaz Workshop remains committed to the slow, essential work of making sentences that matter.

Submitting your work

Reading periodCloses tomorrow

Prospective participants should approach the workshop with a clear sense of the project they wish to develop, whether an essay, a memoir chapter, or a hybrid work. Applications typically require a writing sample and a brief statement of intent; the selection committee looks for evidence of thoughtful revision and a willingness to engage with feedback. Because the workshop is small, early applications are encouraged. Financial aid may be available, but applicants should inquire directly. Above all, demonstrate that you are ready to listen as much as you are to write.