Writing Life Advice

What’s My Essay About? Tips from the Essay Incubator

The Essay Incubator is a 10-month intensive program for essay writers interested in drafting, revising, and publishing their work. Apply now for the 2025-26 Essay Incubator! Deadline is Wednesday, July 16th.

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How Much Do I Have to Share? Tips from the Writing to Heal Immersive Program

Writing to Heal is an immersive program designed to give nonfiction students a deep dive into how the writing process can serve as a healing tool for adversity. We are pleased to share instructor, Jennifer Crystal's, philosophy and tips for applying.

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Deadline Extended to 6/15: Advanced Personal Essay and Advanced Poetry Workshops

Need a little more time? Applications for our Advanced Personal Essay and Advanced Poetry Workshops are now open through Monday, June 15.

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Is the Essay Incubator For You? Alums Share Why You Should Apply Today

Wondering whether to apply to the Essay Incubator? We asked some recent graduates to share their thoughts about the program Applications for the 2026-2027 Essay Incubator are due Tuesday, June 30th at 11:59 PM ET.

Community Updates

Featured Grubbies: Longlisted for 2026 Mass Book Awards

GrubStreet is thrilled to celebrate the nine incredible Grubbies whose books were longlisted for the 2026 Mass Book Awards!

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This Month at Grub: May 2026

See all of our programming for the month of May at a glance!

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Get Submitting: Top Five Opportunities for Writers in May 2026

A monthly hand-curated list of the top five contests, grants, scholarships, submission calls, and awards. We do the research, so you have more time for what matters: the writing.

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Because every person carries a story worth sharing

In this new note from Executive Director, Kim Dawson Ohiomoba, she reflects on GrubStreet's commitment to protecting space for everyone to tell their story, especially at a moment when storytelling is under threat.

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Get Submitting: Top Five Opportunities for Writers in April 2026

A monthly hand-curated list of the top five contests, grants, scholarships, submission calls, and awards. We do the research, so you have more time for what matters: the writing.

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Summer 2026 Free Draft Generator Sessions

Kickstart your writing with GrubStreet’s Free Draft Generator Sessions! Perfect for beginners or anyone needing a creative boost, these one-hour sessions let you dive into fun prompts, share your work, and connect with a supportive community of writers.

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Summer 2026 Advanced Workshops

Take your writing to the next level in a GrubStreet Advanced Workshop. Apply by Monday, June 1, 2026.

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What makes a pitch compelling? Tips from How to Pitch a Personal Essay Seminar

Join us for How to Pitch a Personal Essay with Cara Benson happening on Saturday, April 25th. We are pleased to share instructor, Cara Benson's, philosophy and approach.

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Grubbie Guide to AWP 2026

GrubStreet is thrilled to attend the 2026 AWP Conference, where our staff member, Eson Kim (Director of Faculty & Fellowships), will be presenting at a panel titled "Writing in Community: Lessons from a Literary Hub" and GrubStreet will have an exhibitor table (#T1168) at the Bookfair.

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GrubStreet Poetry Classes This Spring

The season of blooming and new beginnings is almost here. We invite all the blossoming poets to join one of our exciting poetry classes this spring.

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Get Submitting: Top Five Opportunities for Writers in February 2026

A monthly hand-curated list of the top five contests, grants, scholarships, submission calls, and awards. We do the research, so you have more time for what matters: the writing.