Ohio Writers Association

A meeting point for those who write, read, and are just starting in the literary world

We offer reading clubs, Spanish classes for children, and upcoming classes for adults.
You will have the opportunity to participate in the Columbus - Ohio Book Fair year after year, among other literary activities.

5+Active clubs
3Fair editions
22+Associate writers
Programs

What our members search for the most

Discover schedules for our Spanish Classes for Children and click View all clubs to join our next meeting.

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Clubes de Lectura

Find your reading circle

Groups organized by literary genre and schedule, featuring discussion guides and monthly in-person meetings.

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Clases de Español para Niños

Native Spanish, told through stories

Weekly classes for children aged 6 to 12, featuring read-alouds, creative writing, and language games.

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LITERARY EVENT

FILCO 2026 - Columbus, Ohio

Participation of over 25 Hispanic authors from various countries, live musical performances, folk dances, traditional Latin American food, and workshops.

DateSept 26
VenueColumbus Metropolitan Library
CapacityFree Admission
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CULTURAL EVENT

Latino Festival Columbus, Ohio 2026

Join the largest celebration of Hispanic heritage in the region. Live music, art, traditional Latin American cuisine, folklore showcases, and family activities.

DateAugust 22 & 23
VenueColumbus Commons & Ohio Theatre
CapacityFree Admission
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Our Community

Associated Writers

Meet the Hispanic authors who are members of the Ohio Writers Association.

Onexi Alvarado

Onexi Alvarado

🌎 Venezuela • Ohio, USA
✍️ Psychology, Leadership, Personal Development
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Cecilia Rivero

Cecilia Rivero

🌎 Venezuela • Guatemala
✍️ Crecimiento Interior, Spirituality
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Manuel Iris

Manuel Iris

🌎 Mexico • Ohio, USA
✍️ Poetry, Essay
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Germán Barrera Toro

Germán Barrera Toro

🌎 Colombia • Ohio, USA
✍️ Narrative, Essay Literario
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Lucy Orta

Lucy Orta

🌎 Venezuela • Florida, USA
✍️ Narrative, Crecimiento Personal
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Mónica Chambers

Mónica Chambers

🌎 Puerto Rico • Ohio, USA
✍️ Spirituality, Missional Leadership
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Authors Library

Books of the Association

Discover featured works published by our associated writers.

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Blog & News

Community stories, just a click away

Connect with stories, news, and articles written by our author community.

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Recommended Autumn Reads: 3 Books by Hispanic Authors from AEO

Autumn in Ohio invites us to slow down, brew a warm cup of coffee,…

30 Oct 2026 Read more →
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Why Join a Book Club If You Live in Ohio: Stories from Our Readers

Living in Ohio far from home creates a natural yearning to reconnect with our…

30 Oct 2026 Read more →
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Migrant Voices: The Poetry and Journey of Manuel Iris in the United States

From the shores of Campeche to the classrooms and libraries of Cincinnati, Mexican poet…

30 Oct 2026 Read more →
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Reading Route in Columbus: How Do Our Book Clubs in Hilltop, Hilliard, and Downtown Work?

Is there any difference in dynamic or reading focus between our Columbus book clubs?…

30 Oct 2026 Read more →
Crímenes que apagaron la música
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Literary Review: Crimes That Silenced the Music, by Robinson Lizano

What happens when melody is abruptly silenced by violence? In "Crimes That Silenced the…

14 Oct 2026 Read more →
Spanish classes

The Importance of Reading in Spanish for Bilingual Children in Ohio

Raising bilingual children in Ohio is a journey filled with discoveries and daily questions.…

13 Oct 2026 Read more →
Lectores del Club de Lectura en la Biblioteca Northern Lights de Columbus comentan el libro La distancia que nos separa de Renato Cisneros.
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Book Club in Columbus: The Distance Between Us

Book Club at the Northern Lights Library, Columbus. This June 9, join us to…

28 May 2025 Read more →
Niños participando en un campamento en español organizado por la AEO
Spanish classes

Summer camp in Columbus for children learning Spanish

Children's camp from July 7 to 17, 2025 in Columbus for children learning Spanish.…

21 May 2025 Read more →
Renato Cisneros participará en la Feria Internacional del Libro de Columbus 2025 organizada por la AEO.
Literary events

Renato Cisneros: a bridge of words at FILCO 2025

Renato Cisneros, prominent Peruvian author, will be one of the guests of honor at…

27 Apr 2025 Read more →
Novels

“The city and the dogs” reading club

La Asociación de Escritores de Ohio (AEO) extends a warm and enthusiastic invitation to…

10 May 2024 Read more →
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