by Center For Mark Twain Studies | Jul 10, 2026 | Call for papers
Judith Yaross Lee Publication Grant in American Humor Studies Call for Abstracts The American Humor Studies Association’s Judith Yaross Lee Publication Grant supports early career scholars with professional guidance as they develop an article in comedy/humor studies...
by Center For Mark Twain Studies | Jul 9, 2026 | Trouble Begins Lectures
The Center for Mark Twain Studies (CMTS) at Elmira College began the 2026 Park Church Summer Lecture Series last night. The lectures take place on Wednesdays throughout July at the historic Park Church. Located at 208 West Grey Street (Elmira), the lectures are free...
by Center For Mark Twain Studies | Jul 6, 2026 | Trouble Begins Lectures
The Center for Mark Twain Studies (CMTS) at Elmira College announced the schedule for the 2026 Park Church Summer Lecture Series, which takes place on Wednesdays throughout July at the historic Park Church. Located at 208 West Grey Street (Elmira), the lectures are...
by Center For Mark Twain Studies | Jun 16, 2026 | Call for papers
The American Literature Association is hosting a symposium on “The American Novel: Forms, Genres, and Traditions” in Santa Fe on November 5-7, 2026. We have a great hotel in the best location in Santa Fe, and I am committed to putting together a...
by Center For Mark Twain Studies | Jun 15, 2026 | Twain for Teachers
Every year the Center for Mark Twain Studies hosts the “Quarry Farm Fireplace Writing Contest.” The contest is based on decorative tiles situated in the Quarry Farm Parlor fireplace. Originally owned by Susan and Theodore Crane, Mark Twain’s...