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A program of Aspen Words and Aspen Institute, Summer Words is one of the country’s most respected literary festivals and writing conferences.
It is an annual six-day event held in Aspen.
Authors are able to attend advanced workshops with renowned authors to develop a manuscript, or introductory workshops in order to improve the craft of writing.
They can meet editors and literary agents and attend public panel discussions to gain inspiration and insight.
Evenings are reserved for receptions, readings, and the Aspen Words Annual Bene?t Dinner, which always features a special guest author.
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