This write-in is presented by Murphy Writing of Stockton University as part of the 2020 Collingswood Book Festival.
Write-in
Friday, October 2, 2020
12:00-1:00pm EDT
In this free, generative writing session held over Zoom, participants will write together in response to a witty quote and an inspiring prompt. Participants will also have the chance to share what they write. Open to all ages and experience levels.
This is a free event, but RSVP via Facebook is encouraged.
You don’t need to create a Zoom account in order to “attend,” but you do need access to a computer, smart phone or other telephone. You can tune in from your computer or smart phone by clicking this link: https://stockton.zoom.us/j/96402317419. You can view in your browser on your computer or will need to download an app to your phone.
Write-in Leader
Peter E. Murphy was born in Wales and grew up in New York City where he operated heavy equipment, managed a nightclub and drove a taxi. He is the author of eleven books and chapbooks of poetry and prose including The Man Who Never Was, Mean Time and two books of writing prompts. More than a dozen excerpts of his memoir-in-progress, You Go To My Head, have been published as standalone pieces in journals, including “Looking for Thelma,” winner of the 2018 Wilt Nonfiction Chapbook Prize. The founder of Murphy Writing of Stockton University, Peter has received dozens of awards and fellowships and has led hundreds of workshops for writers and teachers. Read an interview with Peter and an excerpt from his memoir in The Lightning Key Review.
About the Collingswood Book Festival
Now in its 18th year, the Collingswood Book Festival has been called the most quiet fun experience thousands of people can have. Due to the ongoing pandemic, this year’s festival is going virtual with live and recorded sessions with authors and poets. Learn more.
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Murphy Writing
Murphy Writing has developed free programs to help our community keep writing and stay connected because we believe writing matters, even in difficult times. If you’d like to support these online offerings, we’ve set up a pass-the-hat link. Any contribution at all will help us keep these online programs going and develop even more for you to enjoy.
If you’d like to throw a couple of dollars into the hat, you can do so HERE.
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