About Creative Writing at JMU
The written word has been a powerful tool used by many to convey different thoughts and feelings. The core study of Creative Writing at James Madison University allows for students to convey their ideas and sentiments through various genres. From fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenplay writing, and numerous other genres, students can craft and develop their writing techniques in our program. Creative Writing can connect, question, and allow us to reflect in the ever-changing world around us.
Upcoming Events
Nibbles & Narratives
February 27, 2025
5-6pm at Parentheses Books, Harrisonburg
Join JMU Creative Writing at Parentheses Books in Downtown Harrisonburg for the first student reading event of the year!
Are you a current JMU student interested in sharing your work? Fill out the form.
A Reading & Conversation with Evan Friss and Sofia Samatar
March 5, 2025
7pm in the Hotel Madison Lobby
Join authors and JMU professors Evan Friss and Sofia Samatar as they read from their most recent works. Friss will read from his bestselling The Bookshop and Samatar will read from Opacities, which is on the longlist for the 2024 National Book Critics Circle Award. The reading will be followed by a Q & A.
