an introduction

We are a new online journal founded by a local fiction writer and a local poet, publishing reviews of books by Washington, D.C. area authors; interviews with authors, publishers, and organizers in the local literary community; a calendar of area literary events, and much more. We publish a new review or interview each Tuesday. In these troubled and frightening times, writing, reading, and conversation are more important than ever. At Washington Unbound, we intend to champion diverse voices, center marginalized writers and communities, oppose censorship, and be an active participant in the collective conversation. Words are powerful, and we are honored to be speaking.

The D.C. area has a rich literary history and is home to writers of all genres, genders, races, sexual orientations, and cultures. But many longtime residents are unaware of the active literary scene, the local writers they could be reading, or the events they could be attending. We intend to bring a wider audience into the literary community. We’ll also highlight and focus our attention on books published by small presses , though we’ll consider all Washington area authors for coverage. We’ll also review non-book literary productions such as theater and film.

Please join us by sharing publications, events, and other literary matters you are offering or planning, and bringing new resources to our attention. If you’d like to write for us, definitely get in touch. Email us at Washington.Unbound@gmail.com.

Subscribe to our newsletter for monthly updates about our latest reviews and interviews, what’s up next, D.C. area literary news, and curated suggestions of local events. If you’d like to support us, the newsletter has a paid option for you to get early access to our reviews and interviews, starting in June. We’re so excited to launch Washington Unbound into the world, and we invite you to come along for the ride!

Sincerely,

Norah Vawter and Gregory Luce

Co-founders & Editors