Join Stanchion for a unique celebration at Vinyl & Pages, the stunning, Black-owned book & record store and community space in Baltimore's Inner Harbor as we kick off AWP 2026 in style. In addition to having time to shop afterhours for books and music, you'll enjoy raffles and readings from Stanchion authors & magazine contributors. And then you can take part in a one-of-a-kind open mic night to perform & pitch your newest writing to Stanchion editor-in-chief Jeff Bogle for a chance to be a part of Issue 23 of the magazine.

Register now for free!