I'm a science fiction, fantasy, and horror writer (mostly short form) with stories forthcoming in MetaStellar, Uncharted, and Metaphorosis. This summer, I'm trying to raise $1000 to support Clarion West. To do that, I'm going to write a lot of stuff and share it with all the beautiful people who decide to sponsor me.

Writing Goals:

1. Write 3000+ new words of fiction every week. It's a tall order, but with your support, I'm sure I can do it.
2. Write one new flash fiction story every week! 
3. Get a full outline of my current WIP completed: a middle grade steampunk piratical fantasy adventure hesitantly titled Felix and the Last Man

When Does the Fun Begin?

The Write-a-Thon kicks off June 25 and runs for six weeks, ending August 5. But, you can pledge early!! 

What Your Money Will Be Supporting:
If you're wondering what your pledge/donation money will be used for, have a look below. And since Clarion West is a nonprofit literary organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (Federal EIN 91-1352168), the money you pledge is tax deductable. Sounds pretty aweseome, right? Right!

Pledge your support now and help Clarion West help emerging and underrepresented writers this summer. It's going to be great! 

Clarion West 2023 Write-a-thon

Amal El-Mohtar during the 2019 Summer Reading Series

The Write-a-thon supports Clarion West programs year-round. All donations support Clarion West classes, workshops, panels, and other programs for emerging writers, including our Six-Week Workshop. We also hold events, offer scholarships, raise awareness, and promote diverse speculative fiction in Seattle and all over the world. 

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Our mission is to support emerging and underrepresented voices by providing writers with world-class instruction to empower their creation of wild and amazing worlds. Through conversation and public engagement, we bring those voices to an ever-expanding community.

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