Experience a focused and inspiring Writing Residency at Rivendell, February 1–5 for the Winter Residency and August 31-September 4 for the Summer Residency. Designed to foster creativity and invest in emerging voices, this program offers writers dedicated, uninterrupted time in a supportive community and a setting that nurtures imagination. Residents can expect space for deep work, connections with four other writers, and a beautiful, retreat-like environment on the Cumberland Plateau.

Application Fee: $5. Residency Cost: $250 for the week, or pay what you can. (The actual per-writer cost to The Porch is approximately $600. Additional contributions help us keep this residency accessible.) Payment collected upon acceptance.

Please submit your application by October 31, 2026 for the winter date. All applicants will be notified by December 31, 2026. Please submit your application by April 31, 2027 for the summer date. All applicants will be notified by June 30, 2026.