Oklahoma Resources for Writers
Here you’ll find a collection of resources for writers in Oklahoma, from conferences to local critique groups to literary magazines. If you’re looking for writing groups near you, writing workshops near you, creative writing classes near you, or simply a place to hang out with writers or submit your work, these are some Oklahoma writing organizations you might want to check out:
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One of the oldest quarterlies in the nation, Cimarron Review publishes poetry, fiction and nonfiction with a wide-ranging aesthetic.
This writing group meets bimonthly for writing exercises, open mics, and moral support for writers and other creatives.
Nimrod International Journal of Prose and Poetry
Nimrod is published twice a year and features the best new poetry, short fiction and creative nonfiction.
Oklahoma Center for Poets and Writers
Established to recognize its extended community of internationally-known writers. The Center is also dedicated to providing opportunities for aspiring writers. Offers writing workshops and more.
Promotes the past, current and future works of Oklahoma authors; promotes the literary heritage of the state; and encourages reading for pleasure by Oklahomans of all ages.
OCWI consists of writers experienced in all genres, getting published, and those new to the literary art. Each month, the group invites speakers on different aspects of writing—getting published, marketing, submitting to agents, and the new world of publishing technology.
An online literary magazine published through the Department of English and Foreign Languages at Cameron University in southwest Oklahoma.
A nonprofit federation of writers groups dedicated to promoting higher standards for the written word in Oklahoma. Offers a conference, writing contests, virtual writing workshops, and more.
Its mission is to improve student achievement by improving the teaching of writing and literacy by improving learning in Oklahoma’s elementary, middle and high schools, as well as technology centers and colleges.
Scissortail Creative Writing Festival
A showcase of Oklahoma creative writing, the Scissortail Festival celebrates published, emerging authors reading original poetry, fiction and creative nonfiction.
A writing group meeting monthly in Tulsa. Open to all writers working in all genres.
One of the oldest continuously published literary periodicals in the United States, and is devoted to serving students, scholars and general readers worldwide.
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