Welcome to 49 Writers
A vibrant community of diverse Alaskan writers.
We are writers of diverse cultures and backgrounds.
We come together to learn, develop, and share common literary interests.
We preserve the stories of our lives through journaling, blogging and memoir.
We craft poetry and prose gracing the pages of national magazines and literary journals.
We enrich our communities with letters, articles and commentary.
Our books make the New York Times bestseller lists and are honored with international recognition.
We are Alaskan writers cultivated and encouraged by 49 Writers for more than a decade.
Please join us as we nurture the gift of the written word in this remarkable place in these unparalleled times.
Classes & Workshops
Affordable creative writing classes for writers at all levels - beginning, intermediate, and advanced.
Public Events
Connect with authors through a variety of 49 Writers events, readings and gatherings.
Become a Member
49 Writers provides numerous ways to engage with the literary community in and beyond Alaska.
Latest from the 49 Writers Blog
2021 Poetry Broadside Submission # 16: SOLSTICE By Daryl Farmer, Fairbanks
SOLSTICE By Daryl Farmer, Fairbanks The sun today is a drooping eye its lid lifting over the horizon and then, in early afternoon
2021 Poetry Broadside Submission # 15: MINDSCAPE By Amber Evan, Kongiganak
MINDSCAPE By Amber Evan, Kongiganak It frantically wrote- It anxiously scribbled stories in and out of the world. There, animals talked all the
2021 Poetry Broadside Submission # 14: PEDESTRIANS By Anne Coray, Homer
PEDESTRIANS By Anne Coray, Homer The names of whom we will never know; I thought to give them some—Mary, Jack, Rick, and Drew
2021 Poetry Broadside Submission # 13: ALASKA RAIN FOREST TOWN By Dan Branch, Juneau
ALASKA RAIN FOREST TOWN By Dan Branch, Juneau On an early spring day when only pastel craftsmen homes remind locals of sunshine and
Upcoming Events
The Bend Towards Asia with Tom Sexton
WRITING THE PILOT EPISODE With Bryan Fierro [April 10, 17, 24 & May 1]
Ernestine Hayes [Reading & Conversation]
Tutka Bay Writers Retreat – 2021
49 Writers Retreats
Small Creative Gatherings in a Large Beautiful State
Tutku Bay
Two days of instruction with acclaimed authors in a serene and contemplative setting.
The Shrine
Take time away and make progress on writing project with this generative writing retreat.