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The Writer’s Center offers hundreds of writing workshops, hosts dozens of free events, and fosters a community of writers, virtually and in-person.

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13 events,

Novel Mill w/ Kristen Arnett
Novel Mill w/ Kristen Arnett
Register $5,400.00
The Artist’s Way: A Year of Creative Reawakening w/ Lindsey Van Wagner
The Artist’s Way: A Year of Creative Reawakening w/ Lindsey Van Wagner
Register $2,000.00
Memoir Year w/ Nicole Chung
Memoir Year w/ Nicole Chung
Register
Novel Club w/ Lisa Ko
Novel Club w/ Lisa Ko
Register $5,400.00
Intro to the Novel
Intro to the Novel
Register $395.00
Poetic Rhythm
Poetic Rhythm
Register $295.00

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Caroline Bock Book Launch

Register Free

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Virtual Craft Chat w/ Novelist Paige Lewis

Register Free

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LGBTQ+ Writers Mixer

Register Free

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Writerly Happy Hour

Register

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Before You Hit Submit
Before You Hit Submit
Register $115.00

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Virtual Craft Chat w/ Poet Kay E. Bancroft

Register Free

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Curated Conversation(s):
a Latinx Poetry Show

Curated Conversation(s) is a virtual discussion series. Season 1 features debut Latinx poets, and Season 2 pairs Latinx poets from the United Kingdom and United States.

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Learn how to recognize a premise, extract the humor, and hone it into a stand-up act or funny story. Join an engaging, workshop class led by a professional writer and comedian who will guide you through the craft of comedy, from idea generation to polished performance. We’ll study comedians and styles and work on your unique voice in a fun and supportive class.

Register at writer.org

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Learn how to recognize a premise, extract the humor, and hone it into a stand-up act or funny story. Join an engaging, workshop class led by a professional writer and comedian who will guide you through the craft of comedy, from idea generation to polished performance. We’ll study comedians and styles and work on your unique voice in a fun and supportive class. Register at writer.org

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These days, writers increasingly are expected to be their own best publicists, which can be a challenge for those of us introverts who enjoy playing with words in solitude. In this session, you’ll learn how to grow your author platform and publicize your book in smart, efficient, and cost-effective ways that go beyond social media posts and help you stay true to your authentic self. By the end of the class, you’ll feel energized and excited rather than daunted by the prospect of letting the world know who you are and what you create.

Register at writer.org
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These days, writers increasingly are expected to be their own best publicists, which can be a challenge for those of us introverts who enjoy playing with words in solitude. In this session, you’ll learn how to grow your author platform and publicize your book in smart, efficient, and cost-effective ways that go beyond social media posts and help you stay true to your authentic self. By the end of the class, you’ll feel energized and excited rather than daunted by the prospect of letting the world know who you are and what you create. Register at writer.org - #shortstory #nonfiction #biography #LiteraryEvent #literarylife #literaryfiction #personalessay #poetrycommunity #poetry #novels #writinganovel #fictionbooks #literaryevents #writerscenter #creativewritingworkshop #dcwriters #dcliterary #creativewriting #dcartists #DCArts

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Father`s day is around the corner and this is the time to think of something better than a tie or grill supplies. We`ve all heard our Dad`s 3 classic stories so why not help him craft another. Give a gift card this year at writer.org/gift-certificates.

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Father's day is around the corner and this is the time to think of something better than a tie or grill supplies. We've all heard our Dad's 3 classic stories so why not help him craft another. Give a gift card this year at writer.org/gift-certificates.

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Are you a writer who identifies as LGBTQ+? Let’s hang out and talk writing! Come join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center. Please bring a drink or an appetizer that serves six. You’re welcome to bring a friend, too.

FREE & open to all DMV writers who identify as LGBTQ+. RSVP at writer.org
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Are you a writer who identifies as LGBTQ+? Let’s hang out and talk writing! Come join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center. Please bring a drink or an appetizer that serves six. You’re welcome to bring a friend, too. FREE & open to all DMV writers who identify as LGBTQ+. RSVP at writer.org - #nonfiction #nonfictionauthor #LiteraryEvent #literarylife #literaryfiction #personalessay #poetryreadingdc #poetrydc #novels #fictionwriter #queerbooks #lgbtq🌈 #lgbtqia #lgbtqcommunity #queermeetup #lgbtqpride #lgbtq #literaryevents #writerscenter #creativewriting #dcwriters #dcliterary #dcartists #DCArts

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