CLOCKHOUSE: Call for Volume Seven Submissions

CLOCKHOUSE seeks submissions in poetry, drama, fiction and nonfiction for its 2019 issue Clockhouse is an eclectic conversation about the work-in-progress of life–a soul arousal, a testing ground, a new community, a call for change. Clockhouse seeks submissions in poetry, drama, fiction and nonfiction for its 2019 issue. We are interested in diverse voices and… Continue reading CLOCKHOUSE: Call for Volume Seven Submissions

CLOCKHOUSE’s New Editorial Director

As those of you who are either on the staff of CLOCKHOUSE or were a participant in the 2018 Clockhouse Writer’s Conference & Retreat already know, Sarah Cedeño–Editorial Director of Clockhouse from Volume Four through Volume Six–has stepped down in order to spend more time on her own writing.  She leaves with the heartfelt gratitude of… Continue reading CLOCKHOUSE’s New Editorial Director

Congratulations to the Newest MFAW Alumni

On behalf of the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference Board of Stewards and the alumni community of the Goddard College MFAW program, we want to extend our congratulations and warmest welcome to those who graduated during the recent Port Townsend residency:   Pam Dionne Kimi Hardesty Sean Hart Mitch Inclan Tina Ontiveros Erik Rodgers   We wish… Continue reading Congratulations to the Newest MFAW Alumni

It’s Here — CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six!

CLOCKHOUSE, the national literary journal published by the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference in partnership with Goddard College, is extremely pleased to announce the publication of Volume Six.  Please visit the CLOCKHOUSE website for a glimpse of its contents, to place orders, and to find information about submitting work for next year’s Volume Seven!  

Highlights from the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

The 2018 Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat took place last week–here are a few snapshots!                                                 If you missed this year’s Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, we hope you’ll think about joining… Continue reading Highlights from the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat

What’s Happening at the CWC&R and One More Chance to Sign Up!

For those of you already registered to attend the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, here’s what awaits!  And if you’re not signed up but would like to make a last-minute reservation to join us, there are still spaces available–please see the CWC website for information and registration materials.   Monday, July 2   11:00 –… Continue reading What’s Happening at the CWC&R and One More Chance to Sign Up!

Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six!

Clockhouse‘s sixth volume is still in its final production stages, but we’re able to give you an idea of what to expect with Sarah Cedeño’s “Note from the Editorial Director.”  As always, there will be a special Preview Reading of the new Clockhouse volume during the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat, and every CWC&R participant… Continue reading Sneak Preview: CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six!

CWC&R Visiting Professional & Visiting Writer Sessions

As always, the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat will offer engaging and inspirational writing workshops, time for solitary writing, readings of participants’ work, and much more, including the annual Visiting Professional and Visiting Writer sessions, hosted by Goddard’s MFAW program and open to CWC&R participants. This year’s  Visiting Writer will be Nick Flynn. Flynn has… Continue reading CWC&R Visiting Professional & Visiting Writer Sessions

Recap from Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

Couldn’t join us this year? You were missed! The third annual Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat took place February 16th-19th, 2018 in Port Townsend, Washington. In lively and inspired workshop sessions, we studied puzzle logic and storytelling with Gestalt and fragmentary writing; sculpted with clay while exploring the poetry and inspiration of Rainer Maria Rilke;… Continue reading Recap from Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

Congratulations to the Newest MFA Alumni!

On behalf of the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference Board of Stewards and the alumni community of the Goddard College MFAW program, I want to extend my congratulations and warmest welcome to those who graduate during the current Port Townsend residency: Jessica Cagle-Faber Beth C. Carbone Jonathan A. Clark Charles Fairchild Alana G. Jamison Dana E. Montanari… Continue reading Congratulations to the Newest MFA Alumni!

CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six: There’s Still Time to Submit!

Again, many thanks for the wonderful response to Clockhouse Volume Five.  There’s still time to submit for publication in Volume Six:  The submissions period is open through December 1, 2017.  Please feel free to share this Call for Submissions, and please visit the Clockhouse website for submissions guidelines, for excerpts from the current issue, and to purchase… Continue reading CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six: There’s Still Time to Submit!

Register Now: Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

Back by popular demand! It’s time to register for the third annual Lighthouse Writers Conference and Retreat (LWC&R). At last year’s closing session, attendees unanimously clamored “more, more!” – so don’t be left out! Come together with Goddard writing colleagues and with your own writer-self to revitalize your work in the richness of Goddard’s Port… Continue reading Register Now: Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat!

CLOCKHOUSE Volume Six: Call for Submissions

Many thanks for the wonderful response to Clockhouse Volume Five.  The submissions period for Clockhouse Volume Six is open through December 1, 2017.  Please feel free to share this Call for Submissions, and please visit the Clockhouse website for submissions guidelines, for excerpts from the current issue, and to purchase copies.  

Save the Dates!

CWC Is Pleased to Announce The Lighthouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat in will take place in Port Townsend from February 16 – 19, 2018.  Registration for this C&R will be open from October 15, 2017 – January 15, 2018; and The Clockhouse Writers’ Conference & Retreat will take place in Plainfield, Vermont, from July 2… Continue reading Save the Dates!

CLOCKHOUSE Volume Five: Excerpts!

Clockhouse, the national literary journal published by the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference in partnership with Goddard College, is extremely pleased to announce the publication of Volume Five and to offer a few excerpts here.   We hope you’ll visit the Clockhouse website for a further glimpse of Volume Five contents, to purchase copies, and to find… Continue reading CLOCKHOUSE Volume Five: Excerpts!

CLOCKHOUSE Is Here!

Clockhouse, the national literary journal published by the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference in partnership with Goddard College, is extremely pleased to announce the publication of Volume Five.  Please visit the Clockhouse website for a glimpse of its contents, to place orders, and to find information about submitting work for next year’s Volume Six!

Congratulations to the Newest MFAW Alumni!

On behalf of the Clockhouse Writers’ Conference Board of Stewards and the alumni community of the Goddard College MFAW program, I want to extend my congratulations and warmest welcome to those who graduate during the current Port Townsend residency: Ariel Basom Bronwynn Dean Sam Gritt Carol Harblin Elizabeth Heckman Meghan O’Neil Jalyn Powell Tawnya Renelle… Continue reading Congratulations to the Newest MFAW Alumni!

Introducing CWC’s New Lead Steward!

Driver’s Seat I had a difficult time learning to drive. For sixteen years I had sat in the back seat reading while others mysteriously conveyed me to my destinations, so I arrived unprepared to the front left quadrant of the car. I couldn’t even see the terrain properly. The car needed to be in the… Continue reading Introducing CWC’s New Lead Steward!