Pensters Writing Group

Founded May 22, 1965 by Frances Durham the purpose of the Pensters is to “improve craftsmanship and to promote marketing of member’s work.”.

All meetings with an educational speaker are free and open to the public. Due to COVID requirements, meetings will be held on Zoom for now.

Check our calendar for upcoming events. If you would like to speak at one of our monthly meetings, please contact us to discuss availability!

Members are eligible to compete in monthly writing contests. Other benefits include: e-newsletter, e-yearbook, and a link on our Bookshelf page.

Browse links to our member’s websites and other helpful organizations.

We would love to hear from you.

March 2021 Contest Winners
April 17, 2021
Speaker/Judge: Kaiden ChristieContest Prompt: The Strange Looking House on the Corner PoetryFirst place: Becky Brunson Locked AwaySecond place: Suzanne Barnhill Joy on the Corner ProseFirst place: Victoria Everette Second place: Larry Wilson The Kingston HouseHonorable mention: Sonya Bennett Purple Door, Purple …READ MORE
Right Place, Right Time – February Contest Winners
March 17, 2021
Speaker/Judge: Alodia Arnold PoetryFirst place: Rosanne Gulisano Title: The Bath ProseFirst place: Larry Wilson Title: Bailey Second place: Glenda Slater Title: Right on Time Honorable mention: Carol Robbins Hull Title: Right time, Wrong …READ MORE
It Happened Around 5 in the Afternoon – January Contest Winners
March 1, 2021
It Happened Around 5 in the Afternoon Speaker/Judge: Leslie Anne Tarabella PoetryFirst place: Mary Ann Hodges Title: Recorded Heroism at around 5pmSecond place: Shannon Brown Title: Soulmate MoonHonorable mention: Rosanne Gulisano Title: The Front Porch ProseFirst …READ MORE