Calling all emerging writers ages 18–26! Join us on February 23, 2025, for a write-in with Griffin Peralta, Reena Spansail, and Jesse James Ziegler at The Holland Project. Get to know Reno's literary community members and build new connections with fellow writers and poets. We will spend time learning about common roadblocks new writers face, getting to know each other, and, of course, writing! Your work will be published in a digital zine and a special Double Down blog post after the event so you can share your hard work with your friends and family!
A write-in is a dedicated hour or two in which writers come together and simply write. We will have an hour of dedicated writing time during this event, along with workshops and games. Lunch will be provided!
Photo courtesy of Griffin Peralta
Griffin Peralta (bio coming soon)
Jesse James Ziegler is currently serving as Poet Laureate for the City of Reno. He is the creator and manager of Monday Night Poetry and vice president for Spoken Views Collective. He is a member of the Sierra Literary Cooperative and the Spoken Word/Poetry contributor to Reno Arts News. He runs a twice monthly all ages poetry group/open mic True Colors in collaboration with Our Center. He was the first ever Poet in Residence for the Bruka Theatre and held that position for three consecutive seasons. His first collection of poetry, FIVE (2019), was published and brought to life through their annual new Works Festival.
Photo courtesy of Jesse James Ziegler
