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We are also open by appointment.
Bucktown is open 11:00-5:00 Wed. through Sat.
(Please call ahead to make sure we are staffed)

We are also open by appointment.

Contact Us!
Address:
Midwest Writing Center
225 E. 2nd St., Davenport, Iowa 52801

E-Mail: MWC@midwestwritingcenter.org

Phone: 563-324-1410

Toll Free: 1-877-225-5928 Fax: 775-242-0081

Welcome!

The Midwest Writing Center's mission is: Fostering appreciation of the written word and supporting its creators. The simplicity of the Midwest Writing Center's mission sums up the commitment to the art of writing and support of writers.

Who are we?

Founded thirty years ago by David Collins and Evelyn Witter, the Midwest Writing Center offers opportunities for writers and readers alike throughout the Quad Cities region. This online site serves as an information gateway to literary events and writing resources throughout eastern Iowa and western Illinois, with services for emerging and established writers.

Why a Writing Center?

Retreat for writers
Reception place for book signings and workshops
Meeting place for book clubs, writing groups and readings
Display area for area writing collections
Reference library and computers
Special project book publication

Upcoming Events:

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January 10th at7:00 p.m., current Quad-City Poet Laureate, Kathleen Lawless Cox, will be the featured reader at Out Loud Plus.

January 25 at 7:00 p.m. local author Julie McDonald will lead a discussion of her book The Heather and the Rose.

January 26 at 6:30 local author JoAnna Lund will speak about her book When Life Hands You Lemons, Make Lemon Meringue Pie: Seven Healing Recipes for Living (And Thriving) with Cancer. The book will be available for sale and signing with proceeds going to MWC and the Discovery Shop.

The First Midwest Writing Center Awards Banquet will be held March 11 at the Outing Club in Davenport, Iowa. This first banquet is being held in honor of the Midwest Writing Center's 25th Anniversary. The guest speaker will be Beverly Van Hook, author of the well- known children's Super Granny series. Local writing groups will also honor distinguished members. Reservations are $30 per person and will be accepted from January 30th through February 27th. Space is limited. Reservations should be sent to MWC at 225 E. 2nd St., Suite 303, Davenport, IA 52801 The banquet is in part made possible with the support of First Midwest Bank.

The David R. Collins Literary Achievement Award will be presented for the first time at the March 11 banquet. The award is named after the founder of the Midwest Writing Center. Nominations from the public will be accepted from January 17th to February 13th. Please mail, email, or fax nominations to the contact information on the left.

The following are criteria for the award: The recipient must be a published author; be a member of a local writing group; live in Rock Island, Henry or Mercer counties in Illinois or Scott, Muscatine, or Clinton counties in Iowa; must promote writing and literacy; and must be helpful to other writers and readers.

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Out Loud Anthology to be published April 15, 2006! This is your chance to publish your original poetry. Click on the Anthology link in the menu.