Ames Writers Collective

The Ames Writers Collective is committed to creating healthy communities through the art of writing.

Swift Literary Festival Sunday, Sept 28th

Posted: September 25th, 2025

Join us this Sunday, September 28th for our 4th Annual Swift Literary Festival held during the 54th Annual Octagon Art Festival.

Author Spotlight | John T. Price | Oct 9th 7 PM

Posted: September 15th, 2025

Join the Ames Writers Collective & KHOI Community Radio Station for an evening with John T. Price—live at Fifth Street Writers on Thursday, October 9th at 7 PM. This free […]

Art of the Haibun with Katherine Larson

Posted: September 15th, 2025

Join us for the “Art of the Haibun” with poet, Katherine Larson.

Ana McCracken

Join Ana on Tuesday, September 9th for our Write Together Tuesday, held monthly on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. Join us on Zoom and at Fifth Street Writers from 3:30 to 5 PM. Visit our calendar for more information.

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