Virginia g piper center for creative writing

The Virginia G. Piper Center for Creative Writing at ASU is a dynamic community resource dedicated to literary craft, culture, and community. We serve writers and literature lovers across Arizona with innovative, accessible programming designed to support every stage of a writer's journey. Our major offerings include the annual Desert Nights, Rising Stars Writers Conference, the Piper Writers Studio which offers extensive workshops and classes, and the Distinguished Visiting Writers Series, bringing iconic voices to the Phoenix area for talks and readings. Whether you are a practicing writer or a lover of stories, the Piper Center strives to nurture diverse communities with humility, judgment, and heart.