1888's Why We Write: Roadshow highlights creative purpose and necessity. Taking submissions from across the globe, this essay series stands as a manifesto to why writers put pen to paper. Each essay is less than 500 words, and everyone is invited to submit and share their work. Why We Write essays will be performed by invitation or through actors for international authors who can’t make the trip.

Events will feature author readings from curated essay submissions. Each event will be recorded for audio podcast and a special video documentary.

Our first event will be at The LAB in Costa Mesa, California, and is free to attend.

This 1888 Roadshow is produced in partnership with Community Engagement, AnaheimPacking District, and The LAB.

Interested in joining the Why We Write: Roadshow? Submit your essay for consideration before Wednesday, April 11. More information at 1888.center/roadshow.