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ASPEN SUMMER WORDS
32nd annual Writing
Retreat & Literary Festival
Festival :: June 22 to 26, 2008 :: Belly Up
Retreat :: June 22 to 27, 2008 :: The Gant
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Literary Festival Presenting Sponsor:
Writing Retreat Presenting Sponsor
The Danny Kaye and Sylvia Fine Kaye Foundation
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CELEBRATE THE WRITTEN WORD
Now in its 32nd season, Aspen Summer Words is a five-day
celebration of words and ideas. Led by some of the world's
most gifted and engaging writers, Aspen Summer Words brings
readers and writers together for author readings and talks,
interviews and Q&As, writing workshops, literature appreciation
classes, publishing industry panel discussions, private
consultations, social gatherings and musical presentations.
"I've been to a good many festivals, but I wish I could tuck them in my suitcase and bring them to Aspen, where they could see how it's really done. It's close to the perfect storm ... good food, great organization, spectacular landscape, and deeply engaged readers who also know the value of a handshake. A wonderful place to turn a page."
Colum McCann, Irish Writer of the Year and bestselling author of Dancer and Zoli
More Testimonials
A UNIQUE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
Unique in the world of literary events, Aspen Summer
Words offers two complementary programs designed
to appeal to the writer and the reader in each of
us:
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The Literary Festival,
which is held in the afternoons and evenings,
features a banquet of events — such
as author readings and talks — for those
who love all things literary, from discussing
stories and ideas to learning more about the
world of publishing.
Speakers for 2008 include:
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The Writing Retreat, which takes place in the mornings, offers
inspiration, knowledge and opportunity in
two- and five-day writing workshops and literature
appreciation classes for students of the written
word.
Faculty for 2008 include:
Aspen Summer Words was
very inspiring.
It was a privilege to be among some of our
literary treasures
and to have them share their gifts and themselves.
- Melanie H., ASW Festival passholder |
 ASPEN, COLORADO
This winning combination is offered in the world-class
small town of Aspen — a backdrop that has
all the beauty of a national park, and during Aspen
Summer Words, all the charm of your favorite bookstore.
Aspen Summer Words 2008 is held at The Gant, a luxury
condominium resort and conference center at the
base of Aspen Mountain.
Thank you for the encouragement
and affirmation,
for creating a feeling of community.
— Carolyn J. ASW student
A BOOKLOVER'S PARADISE
For more than three decades, Aspen Summer Words
has offered an entertaining and enlightening atmosphere
to explore the written word. The ideal venue for
anyone with a passion for words, the conference
creates opportunities for intimate dialogue with
acclaimed authors, behind-the-scenes glimpses into
the book trade and lively interaction between readers
and writers.
“The Aspen Writers' Foundation has the best run and friendliest program
I've ever been involved with.”
Ann Patchett, PEN/Faulkner Award-winning author of Bel Canto and Run
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MORE DETAILS TO COME
The planning and fine-tuning of Aspen Summer Words are
year-round activities. We will continue to announce details
as they are finalized, right up to the conference dates.
Please check back here for updates, or join our e-newsletter
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other AWF programs.
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