Whether it’s a reading, discussion, craft talk, or interview, find these events and more featuring renowned authors, emerging writers, and talented new and local voices.
Featured Event
September 18
Film and Screenwriting Fall Mixer
Join us for an evening of film, conversation, and community! Get to know Hugo House instructor Andrew Bell, hear from his former students, and preview what’s coming up in his fall courses. Plus, enjoy a special short film screening and stick around for drinks and casual mingling.
Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our
Collections—A Live Magazine and Public Club hosted by Ariel Basom is a monthly showcase of both live readers and video performances featuring a diversity of positions, styles, and modes: poetry
Hugo House and Seattle Office of Arts & Culture present Janée J. Baugher who’ll read excerpts from her newly completed memoir, “Suicide in the Mirror,” in which she examines her
Please join Raven Chronicles & the 2025 winners of the Keepers of the Fire Prize for Fiction and Nonfiction, Georg Koszulinski & Rena Priest at the Hugo House for a
Calling all poets, musicians, writers, singers, and dancers! Join us for a special evening in partnership with TRASAL, hosted by Devika Vyas. This open mic will spotlight community voices, celebrate
In this group, we’ll focus on generative writing through poetry prompts. The session will begin with introductions and a short warm-up, after which we’ll read two separate poems and write
Silent Reading Night – September EditionThursday, September 11 | 6:00–9:00 PMJoin us for a cozy evening of connection and quiet at our Silent Reading Night! Whether you're deep into a
Works in Progress is Hugo House's open mic series inclusive of diverse formats and storytelling crafts. Read your work—poetry, fiction, essays, memoirs, plays, music, comedy, and more—and connect with our literary
Fall Mixer & Short Film ScreeningHosted by Hugo HouseJoin us for an evening of film, conversation, and community! Get to know Hugo House instructor Andrew Bell, hear from his former
Come celebrate the publication of Seattle writer Peter Mountford’s long-awaited third book, and first collection of stories, Detonator. A popular writing coach and instructor, Mountford’s short stories invite readers in
Fridays | Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17 Time: 2:00–4:00 PM (except 4-6 PM on October 10) Location: Hugo House In-person Facilitator: Najib Abbi Open to: Youth ages
DUNE* Mini-Comics Night is where folks are invited to create the contents of a black and white, 5.5” x 8.5” printed anthology within a limited amount of time, in one
Collections—A Live Magazine and Public Club hosted by Ariel Basom is a monthly showcase of both live readers and video performances featuring a diversity of positions, styles, and modes: poetry
Fridays | Sept 26, Oct 3, Oct 10, Oct 17 Time: 2:00–4:00 PM (except 4-6 PM on October 10) Location: Hugo House In-person Facilitator: Najib Abbi Open to: Youth ages