Ames Writers Collective
Lois Kennis writes realistic fiction to stir hearts. Her award-winning debut novel, Rise on Eagles’ Wings, is Women’s Fiction narrated by a teen mom – social justice with a gleam of hope. Learn more about her at loiskennis.net.
Jenny Wilson is a historical fiction writer focusing on myths set in Bronze Age Greece. She earned her B.A. in Ancient Civilizations from the University of Iowa with a concentration on Greek and Roman art, religion, history, and languages. Her debut novel, The Death and Life of Iphigenia, was short-listed for the 2024 Novel London Literary Prize and was published in 2025. Please visit jsusannewilson.com for more about her stories.
The Ames Tribune recently published an article featuring Fifth Street Writers’ grand opening. Ana McCracken discussed her desire to create community for Ames writers through the new space, highlighting the need for a “quiet and inspiring environment” for writers of all skill levels.
The article written shortly after the grand opening discusses the benefits of membership at the Ames Writers Collective, including an online portal, connection to other writing groups and a platform for shared resources. See more information on memberships here.
Click this link to read the full article.
