Read the winning piece of our 2025 Nonfiction Contest “Through the Mirror” by Jessie Cato selected by Lucy Ives.

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Overview

At Kenyon Review Young Writers Workshops, talented high school students from around the world join a dynamic and supportive literary community to stretch their talents, discover new strengths, and challenge themselves in the company of peers who are also passionate about writing.

2026 Dates

WINTER ONLINE WORKSHOPS

Workshops focused on a specific genre, topic, or craft element meet online once a week for six weeks.

January 24–February 28, 2026

Applications open November 1st and are due December 18, 2025.

SUMMER ONLINE WORKSHOPS

Multi-genre workshops meet every day for one week in June. 

June 14–19, 2026

Applications will open in March 2026.

SUMMER RESIDENTIAL WORKSHOPS

Multi-genre workshops meet for two weeks on the picturesque Kenyon College campus. 

Session One: June 21–July 4, 2026

Session Two: July 12–25, 2026

Applications are due by March 1st, 2026.