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Get to Know: Chad Briggs

Hey Essay Fiesta fans! Time keeps on slipping into the future, which means pretty soon we’re going to fall into Essay Fiesta. Our next show is Oct. 17, and we are pleased as punch to welcome back Chad Briggs. Chad is one of the most prominent comics in the Chicago stand-up scene. He’s performed at … Continue reading →

Get to Know: John Loos

Strap yourselves in because we’re about to get all Essay Fiesta up in here! That’s right! Essay Fiesta, Chicago’s premier personal essay reading series, is happening this coming Monday, Oct. 17. And we are super happy to have the one and only John Loos! John is an improviser, sketch artist and photographer. He, along with … Continue reading →

Get To Know: Paula Carter

Essay Fiesta is upon us! In just a week, Alyson and Keith will be giving you the ol’ razzle dazzle at the Book Cellar. Not only will you be thoroughly and sufficiently entertained, but you will also get the opportunity to help out the wonderful people at 826CHI via our prize-laden raffle. And to kick … Continue reading →

Writer’s Corner: Composite Characters

There is a common misconception that just because you are writing a work of nonfiction means you can’t take certain artistic liberties. Well, the truth is you can. This is your story, and you get to make the rules. And one of the most commonly used “fibs” in the essay biz is the use of … Continue reading →

Essay Fiesta Announces Its October Line-Up

Fall is most certainly in the air, which means its time to warm up with some spiked apple cider, some canned soup and a bunch of great writers. On Oct. 17, Essay Fiesta will be welcoming a range of talent, from stand-up comics to savvy storytellers. Feast your eyes on our line-up: OutLoud Chicago producer … Continue reading →

This Week’s Lit Events!

Hey Essay Fiesta folks! We’ll be unveiling our October line-up on Thursday. But today, to satiate your appetite for literary information, we are sharing with you a couple shows that are not to be missed. First, tonight marks the anticipated return of Write Club. Hosted by overlord Ian Belknap, Write Club pits to writers against each other to debate … Continue reading →

Come See Keith Ecker at Mortified!

Hey Essay Fiesta fans! Do you like readings? Of course you do. Do you like people embarrassing themselves in public? Who doesn’t? Then you will absolutely love Mortified! Schubas (3159 N. Southport Ave.) is hosting the next installment of the popular series on Sept. 30 at 7:30 p.m. The show features everyday people reading aloud … Continue reading →

We <3 the Book Cellar

This past Essay Fiesta was off the shelf! The Book Cellar was packed, and our readers made it happen in a big way. We laughed, we cried… it was ten billion times better than Cats. A big thanks to our audience, our readers, 826 Chicago and of course, the Book Cellar. Speaking of the Book Cellar, … Continue reading →