The Voyager, by Saba Vayani-Lai

“Hafsa, my beautiful girl,” Mum said, her voice only just audible through the soft crush of static. “Are you excited Continue reading →

Storytelling Aloud: A Workshop with Rosanna Stevens

If there’s one thing Scissors Paper Pen loves, it’s hearing a good story, told well. And if there’s someone who Continue reading →

Mentorship Program 2017: L.J.M. Owen

This year, we are excited to be able to bring you a special opportunity to work with established and experienced Continue reading →

Call out: Join the team at Scissors Paper Pen!

Scissors Paper Pen is looking for some new folks to join the team and help us make lit happen in Continue reading →

Do you speak Chinese?

After years of imploring my mother to take me with her to China, I could barely believe that I was Continue reading →

Mentorship Program 2017: Jessica Friedmann

Applications are now open for our second mentorship! This year, we are excited to be able to bring you a Continue reading →

Butter Melts in All Our Mouths

Action words #3 Butter Melts in All Our Mouths A loud grey-haired lady perches on the front seat of the Continue reading →

Can We Just Talk About Books Please?

Action Words #2 Can We Just Talk About Books Please? I have a confession. I blush like I’m trying to Continue reading →