Word for Word Presents: Alternative Publishing Pathways Panel

Join hosts Jacob Powers and Paul Witcover as they explore alternate pathways to publication with indie-publishing experts Gavin Grant, Michael La Ronn, and Terry Maggert in this special Word for Word panel discussion.

Word for Word Featuring Screenwriter Ed Solomon

In this special 1.5 hour edition of SNHU's online literary salon, Word for Word, hosts Jacob Powers and Paul Witcover are joined by Ed Solomon, acclaimed screenwriter of the Bill and Ted, Men in Black, and Now You See Me films, among many others. In what amounts to a master class, Ed shares the accumulated wisdom of more than thirty years as one of the top screenwriters in the business.

Word for Word Honors the Winners of the Penmen Review Fall Fiction Contest, January 18, 2023

SNHU's ongoing literary series, hosted by associate deans Jacob Powers and Paul Witcover of the online creative writing programs, honors the winners of the 2022 Penmen Review Fall Fiction Contest: Douglas Goff, Tim Brumbaugh, Michael Cabrera, Hayden Pursley, and Kevin Broccoli! The five writers read their winning short stories, discuss their creative process, and respond to questions from moderators and audience members.

Word for Word Instructor Spotlight: Lauren Forry and Gina Troisi

Adjunct instructors Lauren A. Forry and Gina Troisi read from their work and share their writerly wisdom in the latest Word for Word event from the SNHU online Creative Writing programs.

Word for Word with Special Guest Joan F. Smith

Writer Joan F. Smith, author of The Half-Orphan’s Handbook, joins hosts Jacob Powers and Paul Witcover to read from her upcoming novel, The Other Side of Infinity, and answer questions about literary craft and careers.

Word for Word with Nisi Shawl

Award-winning writer Nisi Shawl of Writing the Other discusses sensitivity readers, cultural consultants, and "steel snowflakes" in the latest episode of Word for Word. Click here for the video version of this episode.

Word for Word with Jeff VanderMeer

In this episode, bestselling author Jeff VanderMeer reads from his work-in-progress, talks about writing and his "career-killer" novel, and answers questions from students and moderators Jacob Powers and Paul Witcover. The video version of this episode is available here.

Word for Word featuring Amy Butcher

In this episode, author Amy Butcher discusses her latest book, Mothertrucker, and answers style and craft questions from the hosts and audience. To see the video of this discussion, click here.