The Concord Free Public Library Writer-in-Residence Program offers a six-month residency from January to June to a poet, fiction writer, or creative nonfiction writer at the historic Concord Free Public Library (CFPL) in Concord, Massachusetts. The writer-in-residence is given a $10,000 stipend with the expectation that they will spend an average of eight hours a week at the library for the duration of the program and will develop public programming. The writer-in-residence is also offered a private office space in the library’s newly renovated historic wing and the opportunity to work with members of the CFPL staff, partner organizations, and local writers. Housing and transportation expenses are not covered. Writers submitted a writing sample of poetry and/or prose totaling no more than 10 pages by July 15. There is no application fee. Visit the website for more information.
Accessibility accommodations include elevators in all multilevel event spaces; accessible sidewalks, pathways, and doorways; accessible bathrooms; a primary event space with moveable seating; accessible parking; and assistive listening devices. Contact library director Emily Smith at (978) 318-3377 or esmith@concordma.gov for additional accessibility details.
Contact Information
Concord Free Public Library Writer-in-Residence Program, 129 Main Street, Concord, MA 01742. (978) 318-3383. Ricky Sirois, Assistant Library Director.