News about the Peace Corps and the RPCV literary community, including the latest publications from the Peace Corps Writers publishing imprint. Learn more at https://peacecorpsworldwide.org
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Eugénie de Rosier (Philippines, 2006-08) reviews Jon Kohl’s (Costa Rica, 1993-95) Interpretive Theme Writer’s Field Guide: How to Craft Strong Themes from Big Idea to Presentation, Second Edition. This academic guide was published in February 2026.
Three new novels to transport you to the jungles and spice markets of Asia
A closer look at a man who has sacrificed for his dedication to service
Michael McColly (Senegal 1981-83) reviews Derek Smith’s So My Teacher Wrote a Book. This Peace Corps Memoir was published in December 2015.
Week of August 2, 2026
Peace Corps Worldwide is committed to supporting RPCV writing in all genres and categories, so we are happy to share an announcement of an upcoming folk music album by RPCV Brant Miller (Honduras 1975-77).
Week of July 26, 2026
A memoir that is insightful, self-reflective, and profoundly humane
Week of July 19, 2026
Week of July 13, 2026
