Nine Bunnies: A Poem by Stephanie Agosto
We are delighted to share “Nine Bunnies,” a remarkable poem by Stephanie Agosto, written during our July 5 Art of Writing experience at the Museum of Art–DeLand.
Volusia Stories
Connected Antlers
What happens when art stops being something you look at and becomes something that looks back? This story was born during the Art of Writing experience at the Museum of Art-DeLand.
Halloween Writers’ Workshop
(Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 6:30 p.m.) Join us for a special Halloween writing workshop and craft an original short story for the spooky season.
Open Book Social Hour
(Second Wednesday of each month) Unwind and make friends with fellow Volusia writers. Enjoy drinks, snacks, and thoughtful conversation in a historic home near downtown DeLand.
Flash Fiction Lab
(Third Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.) Come spend an afternoon creating compelling characters, surprising plot twists, and unforgettable short stories.
Start Your Novel Now
(Four Tuesdays in July 2026) You’ve had the idea for years. A character. A mystery. A world. Now it’s time to build your novel.
The Art of Writing at the Museum of Art
(First Sunday of each month at 2 p.m.) Join us at the Museum of Art-DeLand for a creative writing experience led by author Corrine Kenner.
How to Write a Novel: A Class for Kids 12-15
(Five Thursdays in July 2026) Some people read novels. Others dream of writing them. Now your middle-school student can turn those writing dreams into reality.
Volusia Writers Newsletter-June 2026
The second half of 2026 is packed with opportunities to write, learn, create, and connect. Seats are limited. Register now to claim your spot.
The Rise and Fall of Robert H. Barlow
When H. P. Lovecraft died in March of 1937, the strange universe he had created was still fragile. His stories lived in pulp magazines, in scattered typescripts, and in letters exchanged with a small but devoted circle of correspondents. Much of the most important material—original manuscripts, revised drafts, and carbons—rested in DeLand, Florida, in the hands of Robert Hayward Barlow.