Writing

Inspiration can come from the most unlikely of places, but when you're working from the Idaho mountains, there's sure to be an abundance.

Those who have ever had a diary or kept a journal can probably attest to the cathartic power of putting words to paper. But writing doesn’t just provide a temporary outlet for our feelings; it can also help us work through deeper trauma.

Idaho has inspired some of history’s greatest writers. And an upcoming writing retreat in Central Idaho’s Dark Skies Reserve, featuring stargazing, hiking, fishing and face-time with bestselling authors, is bound to influence a new generation of creativity.

Idaho has inspired some of history’s greatest writers. And an upcoming writing retreat in Central Idaho’s Dark Skies Reserve, featuring stargazing, hiking, fishing and face-time with bestselling authors, is bound to influence a new generation of creativity.

Idaho Matters takes a look at the life of Toshio Mori, an early Japanese American fiction writer, and his legacy.

Writing can be a lonely profession, but it doesn't have to be.

Poetry inspired by the sounds of nature.

Poet CMarie Fuhrman is Idaho's current Writer in Residence. She uses nature soundscapes to inspire her writing that often focuses on issues affecting native people in the West.

A new kind of event is coming to Boise, one that includes books, music, and brews! You won't want to miss it.

For nearly 100 years, the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards has been recognizing the creative work of high school students across America. Only sixteen…