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.

2027 Dates

WINTER ONLINE WORKSHOPS

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

January 23–February 27, 2027

Applications open October 26 and are due December 10, 2026.

SUMMER ONLINE WORKSHOPS

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

June 20–26, 2027

Applications will open in March 2027.

SUMMER RESIDENTIAL WORKSHOPS

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

Session One: June 27–July 10, 2027

Session Two: July 18–31, 2027

Applications are due by March 1st, 2027.