Permission to Write
Permission to Write is a community for Black writers. We share monthly book recommendations, writing opportunities, and prompts, plus a weekly paid newsletter diving deep into the craft of writing.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 102 | Founded | a year ago | Last Issue | 5 days ago |
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Are We Playing a Losing Game?
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Someone on Threads said, “We need more Black writers.” And while I initially ignored the sentiment, it resurfaced on my timeline, and I thought “that’s an absolutely incomplete statement.”
There are plen...
the craft. writing what hurts.
You'd be surprised at what tough material requires.
We talk a lot about fiction here, naturally, since my foray into traditional publishing came through it. But I have an array of nonfiction experience too, from starting out as a journalis...
the craft. the writer's relationship to the reader.
Eventually the reader has to come into focus for a writer.
I’ve been thinking a lot about audience lately. What it means to cultivate it, how to connect deeply, how to inspire people to move. Whether that’s to buy a book, subscribe to a ne...
A highlighted writing opportunity.
Consider applying to Rosemary's House.
Hi PTW Family,
the craft. do it afraid.
Focus on the the main thing and the fear will dissipate.
I realize I need to take a step back here. So often I’m looking towards helping you complete your work, getting it over the publishing finish line, and keeping your work and brand in...
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A community for Black fiction and nonfiction writers where we don't wait for permission, we build the table.
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