NY writers: apply!

The time has come. Writers who live in New York state: I urge you to apply for a monthlong Summer 2009 residency at the Saltonstall colony in Ithaca. Applications are now available. They're due January 15. If you can manage a month away from your real life--and now they're offering a small stipend to all fellows to make it easier--give Saltonstall a shot. I was extremely lucky to have been there in July 2008 working on my second novel so I can vouch for it. It's a wonderful place. Here's the view out my studio window.

Summer Fellowships
available to Artists and Writers of New York State
All artists and writers who live in New York State are invited to apply for month-long summer residencies at the Saltonstall Foundation Arts Colony in Ithaca, New York. There will be 4 sessions in 2009, accommodating 5 artists in each session. Artists chosen for the Summer Fellowships will each receive a stipend of $250.00.

The Saltonstall Arts Colony is situated on 200 beautiful and pristine acres in Ithaca, New York, in the heart of the Finger Lakes region.

Each artist has a private bath and apartment, with ample work space; including large studios for visual artists, and a black & white darkroom for photographers. All apartments have a private balcony or patio. Our colony chef serves delicious vegetarian meals on weeknights and the kitchen is well-stocked with basic supplies so residents may make other meals for themselves.