Register for this event here.

Dive into the world of publishing and celebrate Baltimore’s creative voices with the Hackerman Writer in Residence and bestselling author D. Watkins.

The first half of the program features a Big Publishing Q&A—an open forum to explore potential careers in literature, film, and television. Whether you’re an aspiring writer or simply curious about the creative industries, this is your chance to ask questions and gain insights from a seasoned author and storyteller.

In the second half, we’ll announce the winners of the Spring Writing Contest, where participants shared their visions for “Imagining the Baltimore We Deserve.”  Celebrate the creativity of Baltimore’s writers, hear excerpts from the winning essays, and be inspired by the voices shaping the future of storytelling.

This event is free and open to the public. Don’t miss it!

Submit your essay for the contest by March 20, 2025, at this link: https://forms.gle/JBvcE6VRTCuUDv9C9