Volunteers, artists, partners, and collaborators are vital to our work. Whether you’re interested in lending your skills, sharing your writing, shaping our future through board service, or collaborating on programs, we welcome your interest and invite you to get involved.
Got a new book? Are you coming to Chicago in the next few months to promote your work?
We welcome writers and artists interested in readings, performances, book launches, workshops, and other literary programs. While we’re not able to accommodate every request, we review all submissions thoughtfully and keep them on file for future programming consideration.
Interested in promoting your work with us? Complete the form below.
We actively collaborate with literary organizations, community groups, publishers, schools, and arts partners across Chicago and beyond. Partnerships may include co-hosting events, co-sponsoring programs, cross-promotion, or developing new initiatives together.
If your organization shares our values and is interested in working together, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested in collaborating? Complete the form below.
Our Board of Directors is central to the life of the organization. Board members volunteer their time, talents, and resources to help guide our mission, steward our programs, and support long-term sustainability.
Board members partner closely with staff to:
- Provide strategic and financial oversight
- Act as ambassadors for our mission and programming
- Strengthen connections across literary, cultural, and community networks
Interested in joining? Complete the form below.
Volunteers play an essential role in our programs and operations and gain a behind-the-scenes look at Chicago’s vibrant literary community. Volunteer support has included:
- Assisting with readings, workshops, and special events
- Helping with event setup, hospitality, and ticketing
- Supporting outreach, communications, or research
- Offering professional skills such as design, translation, teaching, or technical support
- Supporting bilingual and Spanish-language programming
Interested in volunteering? Complete the form below.
When positions are available, they will be posted here and shared through our newsletter and social media.
When internships are available, they will be posted here and shared through our newsletter and social media.