Women & Words is an annual gathering hosted by Storehouse Voices -- a Crown imprint of Penguin Random House -- for writers at every stage of their journey. What started as a day for writers to connect has grown into a full program: craft sessions, roundtable discussions, one-on-one meetings with literary agents, and a community that stays connected long after the event ends.
The 2026 event will be held in October at Penguin Random House in New York City. Up to 70 writers will be invited. This is a free event. Submissions for the 2026 cohort are now closed, and applicants will be notified by email in August.
Program Highlights
- Craft sessions led by PRH staff
- Roundtable discussions with publishing professionals
- Speed dating with literary agents (up to 30 selected attendees)
- AMA with the Storehouse Voices editorial team
- Networking and community time
Submissions Are Now Closed
Thank you to everyone who submitted to Women & Words 2026. Applicants will be notified by email in August.
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Key Dates
May 1
Submissions open
June 15
Submissions close
August
All applicants notified by email
October 2026
Women & Words at Penguin Random House, New York City
