Florence Literary Society

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Florence Literary Society

English-speaking writers abound in Florence, Italy. To better organize opportunities, we have joined forces to create the Florentine Literary Society.

19/07/2026

Meet Monika Verma - one of our International Experts attending Publishing Day 2026!

Take the opportunity to have a one-on-one meeting with an industry expert at Publishing Day. By signing up before October 2nd, you'll be guaranteed at least one 10-minute, one-on-one meeting with Monika or one of our other experts!

Monika Verma is a Vice President and Agent at the Levine Greenberg Rostan Literary Agency, where she has worked for twenty years. She represents a wide range of nonfiction titles including memoirs, narrative nonfiction, essay collections, cultural histories, illustrated books, self-help and a limited list of fiction. She is especially drawn to voice-driven projects that discuss issues of identity, belonging and mental health. Her authors include New York Times and national bestsellers and award winners. She is a graduate of Wellesley College.

Willing to read: query letter/pitch + up to 10-15 pages (by Sept 7th)

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16/07/2026

Need some inspiration for your summer reading list?

Don't forget to visit our Books by Members page to see the latest from our wonderful writers!

Whether you're hiding from the heat in Florence or have escaped to the beaches or the mountains, a great book is needed.

If you'd like to add your published works to our growing list, send us a message! We'd love to see our library grow even more.

09/07/2026

The early bird registration fee for Publishing Day 2026 ends tomorrow night! It's the last day to save nearly 30%

Also remember, afternoon one-on-one meetings will be assigned based on the ranked preferences submitted with registration. The earlier you register, the more likely you'll be able to meet with your top-ranked industry expert, so don't wait 📖

06/07/2026

This is the last week for Early-Bird Publishing Day pricing! Make sure you claim a spot!

In our afternoon sessions, attendees will be divided into three groups so that everyone can get the most out of the following one-hour rotations:

One-on-one meetings with panelists. At least one 10-minute appointment with an industry professional to discuss your work. (Some panelists will accept pre-submitted work; details to follow. Rank your preferences upon registration by October 9th)

Self-publishing Q&A with Shaun Loftus of The Book Whisperer. Ask all your burning questions about self-publishing, from whether it’s a good option for your project, how to go about it, how to make the most of it, what pitfalls to avoid, and the future outlook for independent authors.

Querying Q&A with Mary Gray, editor-in-chief of Italy Magazine. Get ideas and direction on querying from an editor who’s spent the past 13 years reading and writing queries. Mary is ready to help you bring forward your strengths, concentrate on key information, and increase your chances of attracting the attention of editors and agents.

06/07/2026

Publishing Day 2026 Early-Bird Pricing ends this week on Friday, July 10th! Have you reserved your spot?

15/06/2026

It's getting warm, but we've got AC for writers' brainstorming! Tomorrow Tues 16/6, 7-9 pm at Sotto al British, Lungarno Guicciardini 15.

14/06/2026

Have you signed up for Publishing Day yet?

Our morning session will include three panel discussions with experts from the publishing industry covering topics from writing to publish and how Al is influencing the industry.

See more details on our website and register soon!

01/06/2026

Save the date!

After an incredibly successful event last year, our Publishing Day is back this November 7th and Early Bird Registration is officially open!

This one-day event will bring together four international publishing professionals to share their knowledge and experience about the current publishing industry with writers of all genres.

Get expert insights, the latest industry information, and individual feedback on written work in dedicated one-on-one appointments.

An on-site buffet lunch and concluding aperitivo will offer additional opportunities to connect with our experts and network among participants.

Head to our website to see further details, read about our panelists, and register!

21/05/2026

The marvelous powers of a good essay ✍️

Join us at 10am in June 6 at St. James Church for a workshop presented by Wallis Wilde-Menozzi.

Through contemporary essay examples and guided exercises, participants will explore scene, dialogue, point of view, authentic language, and the power of voice. Together, we’ll ask: what makes a personal essay memorable, alive, and true?
This workshop is designed to help writers rediscover the freedom, confidence, and seriousness needed to deepen their work.

Wallis Wilde-Menozzi is the author of three memoir/nonfiction books published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux, along with a novel, poetry, and a forthcoming bilingual selection of Antonella Anedda’s poetry (2026). Her essays have appeared in publications including Kenyon Review, AGNI, Southwest Review, Tel Aviv Review, and Literary Hub.

RSVP required — link in bio.

Please note:
• Attendance is reserved for members of the Florence Literary Society
• You may join via our website or register at the door for €40
• If registering at the door, please arrive early and still RSVP through the link in bio

13/05/2026

Last Saturday, we hosted a wonderful workshop for our members, led by the brilliant writer, Kristina Darling.
We spent the morning upstairs at St. Mark's exploring the many ways dialogue can shape tension, intimacy, mystery, and movement across genres, guided by Kristina and the thoughtful passages she selected from writers like Jhumpa Lahiri, Lori Schappell, Padraig O Tuama, Carol Guess, EJ Colen, and Hilary Plum.
Through prompts, conversation, and shared writing, we experimented with punctuation, demands, exposition, interruption, and all the ways people reveal themselves through language.
Once again, we were blown away by the writing in the room. There were lines that made us laugh out loud, moments that hit us right in the gut, and so many reminders of why gathering to write together matters so much.
Thank you to everyone who joined us. Our next workshop is June 6, 2026 on the Powers of a Good Essay. Be sure to sign up!

Indirizzo

Florence

Sito Web

https://www.florenceliterarysociety.com/

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