CULTURAL COUNCIL OF GREATER JACKSONVILLE 2-2020
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THE LITERARY ARTS

There are literary artists in Northeast Florida whose work span a wide variety of topics and genres.  These artists have been published as novelists, poets, scholars, and screenplay writers.  You can experience many of their works by attending JaxbyJax, an annual literary festival. Literary artists include:
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  • Jim Alabiso
  • Mark Ari
  • Sam Bilheimer
  • Tricia Booker
  • Susan Brandenburg
  • Jennifer Bundy
  • Jennifer Chase
  • Christopher Clark
  • Barbara Colaciello
  • Fred Dale
  • Frances Driscoll
  • Bill Ectric
  • Katherine Espano
  • Sohrab Fracis
  • Tim Gilmore
  • Yvette Angelique Hyater-Adams
  • Rodney Hurst
  • Darlyn Finch Kuhn
  • Matt Lany
  • Laura Lee Smith
  • Tru Leverette
  • Johnny Masiulewicz
  • Tiffany Melanson
  • Emily K. Michael
  • Marcus Pactor
  • Ebony Payne-English
  • Heather M Peters
  • Laura Chow Reeve
  • Nadia Ramoutar
  • Andres Rojas
  • Caleb Michael Sarvis
  • Lynn Shapyak Harlin
  • Mariselle Veiga
  • Hurley Winkler
  • Nikesha Elise Williams
  • Teri Younmans Grimm

Many of these writers have had their materials published in books or literary magazines. Bridge Eight Literary Magazine and Perversion Magazine are two publications out of Jacksonville that provide a platform for emerging, mid-career, and established writers.

Chamblin Bookmine, Chamblin's Uptown, and San Marco Bookstore are local bookstores with sections dedicated to regional writers.  ​
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Ebony Payne-English reading from her book of poetry "Secrets of Ma'at" at the JaxbyJax literary festival.

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The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville

40 East Adams Street, Jacksonville, Fl 32202
Jacksonville, FL 32202
(904)358-3600

​Operating Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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The Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville is sponsored in part by the City of Jacksonville and by the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the State of Florida. 


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  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Meet the staff
    • Board Members
    • News & Press Releases >
      • In the News & Press Releases
    • Blog & Newsletters
    • History
    • Equity
    • Transparency
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Board or Committee Opportunities
  • Programs & services
    • Cultural Service Grant Program
    • Grants >
      • Foundant-online grant system
      • For Organizations >
        • Cultural Council and City of Jax Sponsored Grants >
          • Cultural Service Grant Application Information
        • Other Grants Opportunities
      • For Individuals >
        • Cultural Council & City of Jacksonville Sponsored >
          • JAX Arts Project Grant
          • Artist Relief Fund
          • 2019 Community First Cares Foundation Presents: Entrepreneurial Resources for Creatives
        • Outside Grant Opportunities
      • For Student & Educators
    • Public Art Program >
      • Permanent Collection >
        • The Water Street Parking Garage
        • Cuba Hunter Park Neighborhoods Public Art Project
      • Work in progress >
        • Duval County Courthouse
        • Winton Drive and Legends Community Center Neighborhoods Public Art Project
      • Call To Artists >
        • Florida Blue Garage Sculpture
        • NFL Footballs
        • Duval County Courthouse Call to artists
        • Crosswalks
    • Local Art & Culture >
      • Regional History
      • The Performing Arts
      • The Literary Arts
      • The Visual Arts
      • Public Art
      • Live Musical Performances
      • Arts Markets and Festivals
      • Independent and Historic Movie Theaters
      • Lectures, Seminars, and Creative Workshops
    • Workshops & Events >
      • Every Single Artist Lounge
      • Artists Workshop Series
    • Internship Programs
    • Annual Arts Awards
    • Cultural Partnerships
    • Other Resources & Opportunities
    • Advocacy
  • Resource Page - COVID-19
    • Resources & Information
    • Re-opening!
    • Funding/ Financial Assistance
    • Learn & Have Fun!
    • Get Involved
    • Government Updates
    • COVID-19 Impact on arts
    • FAQs - Current CSGs
  • Give/Donate
  • Calendar
  • Greater Jacksonville Arts Directory
    • Local Artist Directory
    • Local Art & Culture Organizations
    • Join the Directory
    • Sign in/manage account
  • Jax Art & Culture
  • ArtSee & Shop
    • Shop online
    • ARTSee & Shop Events
    • Heartspace Mural Raffle
  • Call To Artists
    • Florida Blue Garage Sculpture