here are many great literary events around Indianapolis and beyond. Looking for something to do? Here are just a few ideas:
Many events are virtual. Please confirm with venue for scheduled events. For most events listed, click the title to register or find out more.
Do you have an upcoming literary event? Send us the details at mail@indianawriters.org to be featured on our events blog.
Writers Guild Spoken Word Series
Wednesday, December 2, 6 p.m.
Hosted by the Writers Guild of Bloomington
Facebook Live
Featuring Internationally renowned storyteller Clare Muireann Murphy
“The Junky’s Christmas” read by Tony Brewer
music by lyrical avant-garde pianist Angelica Sanchez
Holiday Author Fair – Virtual
Sat-Sun, December 5-6, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Hosted by the Indiana Historical Society
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Holiday Author Fair is moving online for 2020 and will take place Dec. 5 and 6. Book lovers will still have a chance to connect with their favorite authors via Zoom, as several writers will join us to share details on their latest books as well as insight into their career and work.
There is no admission cost, but advanced registration is required for each webinar. Space for each webinar session is limited to the first 500 registrants, but overflow viewing for some sessions may be offered through Facebook Live. Participants will have the opportunity to submit questions for the speakers during each session through Zoom.
View the schedule, and sign up.
SPEAK THE SPEECH: Self-Identity in the time of COVID
Monday, December 14, 7 p.m.
Hosted by the Indianapolis Shakespeare Company
Online, free event
A Spoken Word event featuring Kelsey Johnson as Emcee. Artists: Yolanda Echols, Bespoke317, Tylyn K. Johnson, Kelsey Johnson, Alexandria Swan Tuesday, and Distinctly Unique.