About the Writers' Studio
The Center for Fiction provides a quiet space for writers to work in Midtown Manhattan. Access to the Studio will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to writers with some publication history, though all writers are welcome to apply.
Our writer space is located in a beautiful, sky-lit space on our top floor. It provides the perfect setting conducive to the craft of writing.
Stop by today for a tour of the Writers' Studio and our building!
What We Offer
The Center offers each writer a desk, a personal locker, an up-to-date reference library, lounge area, comfortable chairs, electrical outlets for portable and laptop computers, WiFi internet, wireless printer access, and a kitchenette/refreshment room located on the premises.
Exclusive to The Center for Fiction, we offer our Writers' Studio members full access to our circulating collection of 75,000 titles–perfect for inspiration and research in any genre! You also have full access to our entire building, including our second-floor Reading Room.
Writers' Studio Research Library
Reading Room
Hours and Fees
The Writers Studio is staffed Monday through Friday, from 10am to 6pm. Evening and weekend access is available.
$100/ month- Evening & Weekend Membership- Monday thru Friday 6pm-midnight;
Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm
$110/ month- Basic Membership
- Monday thru Friday 9am-midnight
$130/ month- Full Membership
- Monday thru Friday 9am- midnight;
Saturday & Sunday 9am- 6pm
How to Apply
To apply, please contact kristin@centerforfiction.org with the application information available below. The application will be reviewed by our Selection Committee and you will be contacted shortly about your membership. You can also get an application by calling us at 212.755.6710.
Application Information:
-First Name
-Last Name
-Address
-Phone #
-Email
-Membership Type
-Information on your current writing project (optional)
-A list of recent publications, residencies, fellowships, etc. (optional)
-A Personal Reference, including name, email address, and phone #.
The Center for Fiction
17 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017
212.755.6710
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