Category Archives: Announcements

A Live Reading, the Lit Blitz, and our Master Class Application

Posted on May 9, 2013 by James Goldberg

Confession: I have mixed feelings about writing as a technology. On the one hand, I’m amazed by how abstract marks on a page or screen can evoke the voice of a person thousands of miles–or years–away. Writing does a wonderful … Continue reading →

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In Memoriam: R. W. Rasband

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Andrew Hall

We note with sadness the passing of Ray Walter (R. W.) Rasband, on April 2, 2013, after a long battle with kidney disease.  He was 54. R. W. was a frequent commenter and reviewer on AML-list back to at least … Continue reading →

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Report on AML Conference 2013 and List of Awards

Posted on March 31, 2013 by Margaret Blair Young

The AML conference of 2013 was a huge success.  Awards are posted below, with citations.  All citations were written by the judges in the various categories. I will be submitting grant proposals so that AML can continue in full force, … Continue reading →

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Mormon Lit Blitz Deadline Extended

Posted on March 14, 2013 by James Goldberg

Announcement: the deadline for Mormon Lit Blitz submissions (of works under 1,000 words that will speak to language-loving LDS readers) has been extended to April 27th. Any help spreading word about the contest would be greatly appreciated. Below, I’ve included … Continue reading →

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Now’s the Time to Subscribe to Irreantum

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Josh Allen

Over the last few weeks, I’ve been putting the finishing touches on the upcoming issue of Irreantum. (For those who don’t know, Irreantum is AML’s semi-annual literary journal.) I’ve been working through the last-minute details. I’ve been editing bios from … Continue reading →

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Association for Mormon Letters Conference 2013

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Margaret Blair Young

We are excited for the upcoming AML conference.  It’s looking like a stellar couple of days.  Please spread the word.  The conference begins on March 29th in the evening, and goes all day on March 30 (Saturday).  It’s free and … Continue reading →

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LTUE 31 Coming!

Posted on January 29, 2013 by Jonathan Langford

Life, the Universe, & Everything 31: The Marion K. “Doc” Smith Symposium on Science Fiction and Fantasy, is coming February 14-16 at the Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center. YA fantasy author Megan Whalen Turner is the guest of honor; … Continue reading →

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CALL FOR PAPERS–AML CONFERENCE 2013

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Margaret Blair Young

Call for Papers Association for Mormon Letters March 29-30, 2013 Utah Valley University Theme: Depictions of Christ in LDS literature, film, and art: Does it matter how we portray Him? From Arnold Friberg to Levi Peterson to Jack Harrell, we … Continue reading →

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2013 Everyday Mormon Writer Events

Posted on January 10, 2013 by James Goldberg

It’s a new year, and that means a new set of contests (and a class) through Everyday Mormon Writer. We’ll be holding a second Mormon Lit Blitz, a master class devoted to issues in Mormon writing, and a contest for … Continue reading →

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Theme for Upcoming AML Conference

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Margaret Blair Young

THEME FOR THE 2013 AML CONFERENCE (dates TBA):  “How We Depict the Savior in Art, Film, and Literature: Does it Matter?” My review of The Color of Christ follows to ignite some ideas and discussion.  Consider Levi Petersen’s controversial “Cowboy … Continue reading →

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