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SUMMARY:The Novel Year w/ Susan Coll
DESCRIPTION:Bring your novel to life with best-selling author Susan Coll!\nWhether you have been thinking about writing a novel for years but are not sure how to get started\, or are already published but embarking on a new project\, this year-long workshop is intended to help get the next book off the ground. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Susan Coll\, instructor for our Novel Year workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWATCH NOW >>>\n\nOver the course of twenty sessions\, we will:\n\ncreate a fun\, warm\, and supportive writing community\ndiscuss and engage in exercises focused on various aspects of craft including dialogue\, setting\, plot\, point of view\, character development\, tense\, and much more\nworkshop one hundred pages per student\, broken into four submissions of 25 pages each (*students are also welcome to use their allotted workshop time to discuss their work and/or writing dilemmas rather than submit pages).\ndiscuss publishing\, including drafting sample query letters and elevator pitches\nhear from guest speakers including published novelists and industry experts\nread two novels (tbd) to discuss and deconstruct as a group with an eye toward both craft and publishing trends\nthe instructor is happy to schedule individual follow up sessions as requested following critique sessions\, as well as a six-month or one-year check in after the class concludes.\n\n*Students should be prepared to read and offer comments on the work of other participants. Detailed guidance will be provided at the first class about how this process will work. \n\nSchedule\nThis class will meet virtually every other Tuesday\, with a two-month reading and writing break over the summer.  Workshop dates run from January 20\, 2026 – December 1\, 2026\, 7–9:30pm ET\, with a month-long break over the summer for students to focus on writing.  \nJan. 20\nFeb. 3\nFeb. 17\nMarch 3\nMarch 17\nMarch 31\nApril 14\nApril 28\nMay 12\nMay 26\nJune 9\nJune 23 \nSUMMER BREAK \nAugust 25\nSept. 8\nSept. 22\nOct. 6\nOct. 20\nNov. 3\nNov. 17\nDec. 1 \n\n1:1 Mentoring\nAll workshops will be held over Zoom\, with additional opportunities to meet 1:1 with Susan upon request. All enrolled students will have the option to schedule an individual follow-up meeting (1 hour) with Susan approximately 6 months after the conclusion of the workshop.\n \n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Friday\, January 9\, 2026 \nTo apply\, please submit a cover letter describing your background and the project that you have in mind. The first five pages of the novel you will be working on are welcome as part of the application\, but not required. The class will be limited to ten students. Send your submission to emily.holland@writer.org by Friday\, January 9th\, 2026. Admissions will be on a rolling basis so participants are encouraged to submit early. \nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/novel-year/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Fiction,Master Level,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:The Artist's Way: A Year of Creative Reawakening w/ Lindsey Van Wagner
DESCRIPTION:Through reflection\, community\, and practice\, you’ll awaken the artist within and build a creative life that feels aligned and alive.\nThis year-long journey through The Artist’s Way offers a sustained path for creative reawakening and artistic growth. Writers\, artists\, and creative seekers will move chapter by chapter through Julia Cameron’s classic text\, reconnecting with their sense of purpose and play. The course offers the freedom to move at your own pace on Wet Ink\, while regular virtual gatherings provide structure\, engagement\, and a sense of shared creative energy. Participants will receive guidance\, accountability\, and community support as you nurture your creative practices. Each session weaves reflection\, discussion\, and inspiration to help build consistency\, courage\, and joy in your work. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Lindsey Van Wagner\, instructor for The Artist’s Way: A Year of Creative Reawakening\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWATCH NOW >>>\n\nFormat\n\nZoom sessions every month (11 total) for guided discussion and exercises. Full schedule for meetings TBD.\nWeekly engagement on Wet Ink through prompts\, reflections\, and peer feedback.\nOptional “Creative Partner” pairings for accountability.\nMonthly themes (e.g.\, Courage\, Flow\, Abundance\, Trust) to anchor growth.\nYear-end community celebration and sharing of work.\n\nParticipants should plan to spend 1–2 hours per week on reading\, journaling\, and completing creative exercises from The Artist’s Way. Engagement on Wet Ink will support this rhythm through short reflections\, prompts\, and check-ins. Because the course combines self-paced work with monthly live meetings\, students will benefit from both flexibility and community accountability. \nThis workshop is designed for writers\, artists\, and creative seekers at any stage who want to rekindle inspiration\, develop consistency\, and strengthen trust in their creative process. It’s especially well-suited for those feeling creatively blocked\, in transition\, or craving a supportive community to hold them throughout the year. Whether you’re returning to your art after time away or seeking to deepen your connection to your voice\, this journey offers both structure and spaciousness to help you rediscover your creative rhythm. \nRequired text: The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity by Julia Cameron \n\nStudents Can Expect To:\n\nComplete The Artist’s Way with structured accountability and community support.\nReconnect with creative intuition\, curiosity\, and confidence.\nDevelop sustainable creative habits and rituals.\nBuild lasting connections with fellow artists and writers.\nLeave with tangible work—such as written reflections\, short pieces\, a portfolio\, and a Creative Manifesto—that embodies your year of transformation.\n\n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Sunday\, January 11\, 2026 \nPlease submit responses to the application questionnaire via this Google Form. We accept students on a rolling basis and encourage you to apply early! If you do not hear back from us with a confirmation that we received your application or you have any questions\, please reach out to Emily Holland at emily.holland@writer.org. \nAPPLY HERE >>>\nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/the-artists-way/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:All Levels,Mixed Genre,Wet Ink,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Memoir Year w/ Nicole Chung
DESCRIPTION:Work on your memoir with bestselling author Nicole Chung!\nThis intensive workshop is open to writers working on a memoir or memoir-in-essays. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in lively craft discussions\, generative exercises\, and in-depth workshops designed to help you identify and hone your strengths as a writer. If you have an idea for a memoir and are looking to jumpstart it—or are already underway\, but want some help to maintain your momentum—this class will help you take concrete next steps and deepen your craft in a supportive community. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Nicole Chung\, instructor for our Memoir Year workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWATCH NOW >>>\n\nFormat\nThrough in-class readings\, craft talks\, and guided writing prompts\, we’ll explore book openings\, plot structure\, characterization\, setting\, writing the self\, and more. We’ll spend time reflecting and brainstorming\, learning how to identify and pursue the stories that matter most to you. You will have the opportunity to generate new pages throughout the course and have at least two memoir excerpts (10 – 20 pages each) workshopped by your instructor and peers. \nWe’ll discuss the different types of memories\, the role imagination can play in personal storytelling\, and whether and how to bring research and reportage into your memoir. We’ll read excerpts from both classic and recent memoirs\, examining how other writers have organized and explored their personal stories. We’ll consider the ethics of writing about real people and events\, and how to establish the boundaries you may need. We’ll address your questions about book proposals\, pitching\, and the publishing industry. We’ll hear from visiting authors and literary agents who will share tips and talk about the writing and publication processes.  \nThis course will allow you to focus on and grow in your craft in community with your fellow writers\, helping you build the sustainable writing practice you want—one that will allow you to continue showing up for your work\, and telling the stories you need to tell\, long after our workshop ends. \nWriters are expected to read and respond to their peers’ work outside of class\, and generate new writing at their own pace.  \n\nSchedule\nThis class will typically meet twice per month from February 3\, 2026 – November 17\, 2026\, 7–9pm ET\, although there may be one or two longer breaks over the summer for students to focus on writing. Full schedule TBD. \n\n1:1 Mentoring\nAll workshops will be held over Zoom\, with additional opportunities to meet 1:1 with Nicole upon request. All enrolled students will have the option to schedule an individual follow-up meeting (1 hour) with Nicole during the first quarter of 2027.\n \n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Saturday\, January 24\, 2026 \nPlease share 1-2 paragraphs detailing your writing goals and/or intentions and a writing sample of 10-20 pages (double-spaced). You may also choose to include a one-page résumé or CV. Send your submission to emily.holland@writer.org by Saturday\, January 24th\, 2026. Admissions will be on a rolling basis so participants are encouraged to submit early. \nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nStudent Testimonials\n“Working with Nicole was like getting an ultra-engaged MFA professor\, an eagle-eyed editor\, and an ever-supportive writing coach all in one. I am a much better writer (not to mention critical reader!) as a result of her teaching\, and I would absolutely recommend her to any writer who’s seeking to take their work and creative journey to the next level.” —Nik Chang Hoon \n“Nicole is an exceptional teacher whose superpower is nurturing her students’ creativity\, empowering their growth\, and building community. Through craft talks\, readings\, writing prompts\, and insightful comments\, she supports each student in finding their stories and bringing them to life.” —Enid K. \n“Nicole’s class was one of the first I took after spending more than 10 years away from creative writing. I felt like she opened this whole world up to me by sharing her expertise not only on the craft of writing but also on the business of publishing. The lessons I learned in her class have paid immense dividends for me—I would not have the writing community and career that I have today without learning from her example. I consider Nicole a role model for her generosity toward her students and fellow writers in general\, and I couldn’t recommend her classes more enthusiastically!” —Hannah Bae \n“Nicole’s class is terrific for both novices to the genre and experienced writers. She creates an ideal mix of workshops\, craft lectures\, and guest speakers that teaches students new skills and keeps them inspired about their own work. Nicole is also warm\, supportive\, and brings out the best in her students. She curates a supportive cohort of students who strive to bring out the best in each other. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to participate!” —Anne Kim \n“It was truly a life-changing experience getting the opportunity to learn about memoir writing under the guidance of Nicole Chung. She was so thoughtful and generous with her enlightening ideas and exercises\, as well as feedback on my writing. The boundless empathy and encouragement she showed her students brought us all closer together as a cohort\, where we felt free to truly express ourselves and grow as writers and people in the process. I highly recommend Nicole’s workshops to anyone looking to evolve in their writing craft.” —Jean Trinh \n“I feel very fortunate to have taken Nicole’s memoir class. She offers the perfect blend of workshopping opportunities\, craft discussions\, and guest author/agent appearances\, all while coaching\, cheering\, and nudging participants along in a low-key but highly effective manner. Perhaps what I appreciate most about Nicole is the great care she takes with each participant’s story. Her class has been transformational for my writing.” —Ruth Berg \n“Nicole is a thoughtful and skilled facilitator. I love that she uses a clear and consistent strengths-based philosophy. Working from strengths creates an environment of safety for memoirists to share\, critique\, and revise our most personal stories. In our memoir workshop\, Nicole facilitates skillfully to bring out the shared wisdom of the group and ensure that writers feel empowered to generate and revise our work. Highly recommend working with her if you have the chance!” —Alex Shevrin Venet \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/memoir-year/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Master Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Novel Club w/ Lisa Ko
DESCRIPTION:Jumpstart your novel and writing practice in this ten-month intensive!\nIf you’re wondering how to write a novel and sustain a writing practice in the midst of everything\, Novel Club is for you. Together\, with the guidance of an experienced mentor and author and the camaraderie of your Novel Club cohort\, this is the year we will write and revise our novels. Through craft talks\, workshops\, and generative exercises\, you’ll experiment\, look at your blocks\, and define your creative process\, building a regular writing practice that works for your project and busy life. You’ll find a clear path forward for your manuscript and actionable next steps. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Lisa Ko\, instructor for our Novel Year workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWATCH NOW >>>\n\nOver these ten months\, you will learn:\n\nStorytelling techniques and craft strategies and how to apply them: building scenes; developing characters; and elements of structure\, plot\, dialogue\, voice\, and perspective\nUncover what your novel is about\, clarify your writing intentions\, and develop a plan for how to achieve them\nOpportunities to workshop and thoughtfully engage with each other’s novels in progress in a supportive environment\nPractical skills for the writing life and demystifying the publication process\n\nStudents may read and prepare written comments on up to 50 pages of their peers’ writing for each class meeting. You may also read an excerpt of published work in preparation for craft discussions. \n\nYou should take this workshop if:\n\nYou have a story you want to tell\, but don’t know where to start\nYou’re at the beginning stages of writing a novel and unsure of how to proceed\nYou’ve started writing a novel\, but need a road map and more consistent structure to get to the finish line\nYou’re a serious writer who is open to rigor and play and ready to show up with curiosity and consistency\n\n\nSchedule\nThis class will meet virtually every other Wednesday\, with 20 total sessions. Workshop dates run from March 4\, 2026 – December 30\, 2026\, 8 – 10 pm ET. Full dates TBD. \n\n1:1 Mentoring\nAll workshops will be held over Zoom\, with additional opportunities to meet 1:1 with Lisa upon request. All enrolled students will have the option to schedule an individual follow-up meeting (1 hour) with Lisa approximately 6 months after the conclusion of the workshop.\n \n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Monday\, February 16\, 2026 \nTo apply\, send a brief cover letter explaining why you want to take this class and\, if applicable\, what your book in progress is about and where you are in your project (e.g.\, in the beginning/brainstorming stages\, in the middle of writing a first draft\, on your second round of revisions). A 5-10 page writing sample is encouraged\, but not required. Send your submission to emily.holland@writer.org by Monday\, February 16th\, 2026. Admissions will be on a rolling basis so participants are encouraged to submit early. \nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/novel-club-w-lisa-ko/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Fiction,Master Level,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Writing the Feature-length Screenplay
DESCRIPTION:Write a feature-length screenplay from idea to first draft in this supportive workshop that teaches the essential principles of story structure\, character goals\, and meaningful conflict while guiding you step by step through drafting and workshopping your script.\nIn this 10-week intermediate to advanced workshop\, writers will complete a feature-length screenplay from outline to first draft. Participants are expected to arrive with a developed idea they are ready to write. The course begins with a brief review of key screenwriting principles—premise questions\, structure\, and character—before quickly moving into reviewing written pages the second week. Writers will be expected to generate approximately 10 pages per week\, building toward a complete 90-page screenplay by the end of the course. Class sessions will focus on reading and discussing student work\, with guided feedback designed to strengthen narrative momentum\, deepen character arcs\, and support each writer through the challenges of finishing a full draft. By the end of the workshop\, participants will have a completed feature-length screenplay and a clearer understanding of how to sustain and execute a cohesive cinematic story. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nScreenplay Structure & Plot Points – Learn the foundational structure of a feature-length screenplay and how to build a story that sustains audience engagement.\nProtagonist Goals & Character Development – Create compelling protagonists with clear motivations\, obstacles\, and character arcs.\nMeaningful Conflict – Develop conflict that naturally arises from your character’s goals and the pressures they face.\nScene Construction & Visual Storytelling – Write cinematic scenes that move the story forward through action\, dialogue\, and visual detail.\nWorkshopping & Revision Techniques – Receive guided feedback and learn how to revise pages to strengthen clarity\, pacing\, and emotional impact.\n\nTime requirements\n\n5-8 hours per week writing outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nThe Secret of Life Through Screenwriting by Joy Cheriel Brown\nWriting for Emotional Impact by Karl Iglesias\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for beginning writers who want to learn the fundamentals of screenwriting and develop their first feature-length screenplay. It is ideal for writers who have an idea for a film but need guidance on story structure\, character goals\, and conflict\, as well as those interested in learning the craft of cinematic storytelling.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/writing-the-feature-length-screenplay/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:10 Sessions,Intermediate/Advanced Level,Stage and Screen,Workshop,Zoom
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
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SUMMARY:(Wet Ink) Creating Novel Characters
DESCRIPTION:When writing a novel\, we must know our primary characters inside and out. We need to understand their desires\, motivations\, and frustrations\, their histories and their futures. This workshop will focus on the development of authentic characters. Participants will examine character as both autonomous and residing within the context of the other novelistic elements\, and we will examine the challenge of creating and integrating these various elements into a cohesive and credible whole. Participants will explore the main character(s) in their novels-in-progress.
URL:https://writer.org/event/wet-ink-creating-novel-characters/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,All Levels,Fiction,Wet Ink,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
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SUMMARY:(Wet Ink) Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas to developing characters to establishing point of view. Participants will discuss many elements of fiction (dialogue\, scene\, etc.) but the emphasis will be on discovering the writing process that works best for each writer.
URL:https://writer.org/event/wet-ink-intro-to-the-novel/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Fiction,Wet Ink,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260908T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T160000
DTSTAMP:20260814T210255Z
CREATED:20260814T210255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T210255Z
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SUMMARY:Writing the Truth: Lessons in Nonfiction Writing
DESCRIPTION:The workshop is designed for beginning writers looking to gain a footing in non-fiction writing of different length and format\, from first-person essays to long-form magazine writing and even book-length projects. You’ll learn both by reading and by writing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/writing-the-truth-lessons-in-nonfiction-writing-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T180000
DTSTAMP:20260814T210256Z
CREATED:20260814T210256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T210256Z
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SUMMARY:Archival Research for Creative Writing
DESCRIPTION:An introduction to archival research through narrative writing and experimentation. Learn how to work with and historical resources\, interpret gaps\, and reconstruct your own story as a public history tool. The workshop will include a presentation of examples from the instructor’s current research process\, featuring archival imagery\, documents and story iterations. Participants will engage in exercises to think and write through their own narrative projects\, whether meant for personal memoir or public scholarship. Designed for emerging scholars\, writers\, and community members interested in recovering underrepresented histories.
URL:https://writer.org/event/archival-research-for-creative-writing/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:5 Sessions,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T200000
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SUMMARY:Poetry Book Club w/ Chet'la Sebree!
DESCRIPTION:Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry journal and The Writer’s Center welcomes poet Chet’la Sebree to our monthly Virtual Poetry Book Club for a discussion of her collection\, Blue Opening. Chet’la is joined by Book Club Host\, Hannah Grieco. \nWe encourage you to order a copy of the book from your local\, independent bookseller or online »  directly from the publisher\, Zando. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP below. \n\nAn essayist and poet from the Mid-Atlantic\, Chet’la Sebree is the author of the debut essay collection TURN (W)HERE: A Geography of Home as well the poetry collections Blue Opening\, longlisted for PEN/Voelcker Award for Poetry and a finalist for both the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the Lambda Literary Award for Bisexual Poetry; Field Study\, winner of the 2020 James Laughlin Award from the Academy of American Poets; and Mistress\, nominated for an NAACP Image Award. She’s an assistant professor at the George Washington University and serves as a faculty mentor in Randolph College’s MFA in Creative Writing program. \n\nAbout Blue Opening\n“A profound poetic talent.”—Ada Limón \nBlue Opening\, Chet’la Sebree’s brilliant\, illuminating poetry collection\, grapples with origins—of illness\, of language\, of the universe—as the speaker contemplates whether she\, too\, can be a site of origin through motherhood. Navigating chronic health challenges alongside grief and questions about the nature of knowledge and religion\, she searches personal history and the cosmos for answers to the unknowable. \nWith startling clarity and vivid tenderness\, Blue Opening calls into question not only where to begin\, but how to create\, across thirty-two poems that press the fluid boundaries of form through sonnets\, prose poems\, odes\, and two unforgettable poetic sequences. As the speaker traverses loss\, possibility\, and the choice\, or often the lack of choice\, in the direction of her future\, she determines to press forward even as she is “unsure of what shape this language should take / and hulling\, from blue rock\, faith.” \n\nAbout Book Club\nThis is no run-of-the-mill book club. Visiting writers will read excerpts\, join the discussion\, and answer your questions about craft\, process\, the publishing industry\, and getting advice for our own writing! We’ll hang and eat snacks with the authors and escape your doomscrolling. \nPoetry Book Club will meet on Zoom every second Wednesday of the month with a new poet. \nFiction Book Club will meet every third Sunday of the month in person at The Writer’s Center with a new author. \nCome build community and read amazing books that the Big 5 didn’t have the sense to publish! \n\nIf you need an accommodation for this event\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services. \n\nEnjoying our free events? Help us offer more programs to support writers with a $10 donation »
URL:https://writer.org/event/poetry-book-club-w-chetla-sebree/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Open Mic @ The Writer's Center
DESCRIPTION:Prose\, poetry\, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. \n\nSign-up starts at 6:45pm\, and readings begin promptly at 7pm.\nLimited to 20 readers\, so arrive early if you plan to read.\n\nSponsored by Poet Lore\, America’s oldest poetry magazine. \nFREE and open to the public. Please note that we no longer offer advance sign-up. \n\nIf you need an accommodation for this event\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services. \n\nEnjoying our free events? Help us offer more programs to support writers with a $10 donation »
URL:https://writer.org/event/open-mic-sep2026-1/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Inner Loop Author's Corner w/ Hasan Dudar!
DESCRIPTION:The Inner Loop and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by Hasan Dudar\, author of the short story collection Carryout. Hasan is in conversation with author Madeleine Moss. \nCarryout is The Inner Loop’s Author’s Corner spotlight. The Inner Loop cultivates and promotes the distinctive literary culture of Washington\, DC. Author’s Corner supports local authors’ independently published books by spotlighting them in community programming and collaborations. \nRSVP below to receive login information (our virtual events are held via Zoom). FREE and open to the public\, all times Eastern \nWe encourage you to order a copy of the book from your local\, independent bookseller or online from Bookshop.org » \n\nHasan Dudar is the author of Carryout\, a short story collection out with the University of Iowa Press in May 2026. He is originally from Toledo\, Ohio\, and currently lives in Washington\, DC. \nMadeleine Moss grew up in Ithaca\, New York\, and holds a degree in French literature from Cornell University. She received her MFA in fiction from Washington University in St. Louis and currently lives in Strasbourg\, France. Her debut novel\, Mistranslation\, is forthcoming from the University of Iowa Press in September 2026. \n\nAbout Carryout \nIn the late 1970s\, Ziad Idilbi\, a Palestinian refugee from Lebanon\, marries Salma\, a Lebanese refugee escaping the war in Beirut. Resolving to start over for the very last time\, the couple opens a corner store in Toledo\, Ohio\, across from the General Motors factory\, where Toledo’s Arab community intermingles with the working class. Over the decades\, whether it’s bigotry (pre- and post-9/11)\, financial ruin\, or terminal illness\, the Idilbis find themselves on life’s outskirts\, attempting to build something new. \nAchingly poignant and slyly funny\, the linked stories in Carryout follow the Idilbis and their children as they teeter on the brink of catastrophe. Walid\, the youngest child of Ziad and Salma\, navigates the heartbreaks of youth as well as the colorful characters who haunt his parents’ corner store. As he grows up into a writer\, Walid’s gaze fixes on his father and the long shadow of displacement and occupation. Mustafa\, the eldest son\, is forever trying to outrun the disasters that seem to seek him out\, while Nawal\, the only daughter\, is dumped by a friend and hatches a scheme to win her back. Unsure whether to run toward each other or away from each other\, the characters in Dudar’s exquisite debut suffer the absurdities and indignities of life in America with wry obstinance and striking wisdom. \n\nIf you need an accommodation for this event\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services. \n\nEnjoying our free events? Help us offer more programs to support writers with a $10 donation »
URL:https://writer.org/event/inner-loop-hasan-dudar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:The First 50 Pages: Craft a Submission-Ready Opening
DESCRIPTION:The first fifty pages of a manuscript can make or break your book’s success on submission!\nThis course is designed to help writers shape those YA Novel pages into an unputdownable introduction that is ready for consideration by industry professionals. Over four weeks\, participants will focus on the essential elements that make for strong opening pages\, including narrative momentum\, character and voice\, and line-level clarity—with each session combining craft discussion and targeted revision strategies. The final session will function as a guided workshop in which participants exchange and discuss their first ten pages\, applying the tools from earlier sessions while learning how to give and receive productive\, professional feedback. By the end of the course\, each writer will have a stronger\, more polished opening and a clear understanding of how to continue refining their manuscript for submission. To effectively participate in this course\, writers should have already written at least fifty pages of their manuscript and be ready to begin working with those pages on day one. \n\nIn-person class: This workshop will take place at The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh St\, Bethesda MD. \n\nIn this workshop you’ll:\n\nShape an opening that establishes momentum\, stakes\, and narrative direction\nDevelop compelling character presence and a distinctive\, consistent voice\nIdentify and strengthen the key structural elements expected in the first 50 pages\nApply line-level revision techniques to produce clear\, polished\, submission-ready prose\nGive and receive focused\, constructive feedback in a professional workshop setting\n\nTime Requirements\n\nN/A\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis course is ideal for young adult writers preparing a novel or book-length manuscript who want to strengthen\, refine\, and polish their opening pages for agent submission\, publisher consideration\, or other forms of professional review.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/the-first-50-pages-craft-a-submission-ready-opening/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,All Levels,Kid Lit,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Preparing Your Work for Submission
DESCRIPTION:Each week\, participants will focus on a different stage of the revision and publishing process\, including structural and line-level revision strategies\, identifying common problems in manuscripts\, understanding the role of agents and editors\, and exploring different paths to publication. The workshop will combine discussion of craft principles\, practical publishing guidance\, and analysis of participant work in a supportive\, workshop-based setting. By the end of the course\, participants will have a clearer\, more polished manuscript excerpt\, a realistic understanding of its readiness for submission\, and a practical toolkit for querying agents and navigating publication options with greater confidence. Participants should submit a draft of a short story or novel excerpt up to 3000 words to the first class.
URL:https://writer.org/event/preparing-your-work-for-submission/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:10 Sessions,Fiction,Intermediate/Advanced Level,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T214930Z
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SUMMARY:Pushing Genre Boundaries: More Than Memoir
DESCRIPTION:This workshop considers how big the genre of creative nonfiction can be by looking at the ways writers expand\, explore\, and break open different forms and sub-genres. We’ll read a few short samples of contemporary writers who are pushing boundaries\, then get into some prompts that lead us toward our own innovations in telling true stories.
URL:https://writer.org/event/pushing-genre-boundaries-more-than-memoir/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260814T210257Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T210257Z
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SUMMARY:Ekphrastic Fantastic: Responses and Conversations with Art
DESCRIPTION:Ekphratic Poetry or poetry in conversation with art can seem formulaic; see a piece of art and use elements of it in a poem I am making. But why stop there? In this generative workshop\, participants will be encouraged to embody their piece of art (visual\, music\, or dance) as a means of saying what only they can say about that piece of art. Students will learn many different approaches to ekphrasis and will leave with a draft of a new poem.
URL:https://writer.org/event/ekphrastic-fantastic-responses-and-conversations-with-art/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Intermediate/Advanced Level,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Hunger Action Month Reading
DESCRIPTION:EC Poetry and Prose\, The Writer’s Center\, Poet Lore\, and Poetry x Hunger are partnering to raise funds in honor of Hunger Action Month! \nEach September\, Hunger Action Month unites millions to raise awareness and provide nutritious food to neighbors facing hunger. Join us at The Writer’s Center on September 12th\, 2026 at 2pm for a reading of writers against hunger. \n100% of your donation goes directly to the Maryland Food Bank helping hungry children\, working families\, older adults\, and Maryland’s Under-resourced Communities throughout the state. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP below.  \nDonate in advance of the event using this link>>> \n\nAbout Poetry X Hunger\nPoetry X Hunger is bringing a world of poets and their poems to the anti-hunger cause. We are using poetry to raise awareness\, compassion and funding. And\, speaking of funding\, by holding poetry fundraisers\, we magically turn poetry into food. In recent years\, we’ve raised thousands of US dollars for anti-hunger organizations. \nAbout EC Poetry & Prose\nWe are a collective of poets and writers who believe in the power of language to convey truth and promote peace. Our members are spoken word artists\, published authors\, and emerging writers. Our founder and partners are from Howard\, Anne Arundel\, and Frederick Counties; members reside throughout the state. \n\nIf you need an accommodation for this event\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services. \n\nEnjoying our free events? Help us offer more programs to support writers with a $10 donation »
URL:https://writer.org/event/hunger-action-month/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Submit-O-Thon!
DESCRIPTION:Submit your Work for a Cause!\nEach autumn\, thousands of lit mags and journals open their portals/queues/websites to read your work. We know that submitting on your own can be a slog\, so let’s get it done\, together! \n \nThe Writer’s Center is hosting our first ever Submit-o-thon\, a marathon-like afternoon where you commit to submitting your work for 4 hours\, and enlist your friends and family to support you along the way! \nThe donations you raise will help pay for \n\nOur public programming (including readings\, panels\, and craft chats)\nBi-monthly open mics\nQuarterly mixers\nCreative writing workshops\nScholarships\nAnd more!\n\nAs a fundraiser\, you’ll receive a one month free subscription of Chill Subs  and an optional  30 minute submission crash course on best tips for submitting! \nYou’ll spend your time submitting to a minimum of 20 literary journals and magazines to get your work out there! \nIn return for you hard work\, we will have prizes like mugs\, gift certificates\, and more! \nOnce you’ve registered\, you will receive an email with a personal fundraising page to send to your loved ones.  \n\nWatch an Informational Video\nLearn all the logistics of this fundraiser! \nWATCH HERE >>>\n\nWhat to Expect:\n12:30-1pm: Sign in\, Pick a spot\, Receive your ChillSubs Benefit\n1-5 pm: Quiet time to submit work\n1-1:30pm: (optional) Tips and Tricks for a great submission\n5pm: Prizes Awarded and Reception Begins!\n\nOnce you’ve registered\, you will receive an email with a personal fundraising page to send to your loved ones.  \n\nIf you need an accommodation for this event\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/submit-o-thon/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Turning Your Writing Practice into a Creative Offering
DESCRIPTION:In this two-part workshop series\, you’ll first explore how to build a restorative\, sustainable writing practice rooted in your values\, interests\, and natural creative rhythms. Then on day two\, you’ll learn how to thoughtfully shape your writing into a creative offering\, identifying the messages you want to share\, the audience you hope to reach\, and the platforms or projects that best align with your goals. Whether you’re beginning your writing journey\, returning after time away\, or looking for fresh direction\, you’ll leave with practical tools\, greater creative clarity\, and a deeper sense of purpose for both your writing practice and your creative life. Please note: If you’ve previously taken GG’s standalone workshop\, Writing as a Restorative Practice\, the first day of this series covers much of that same material. The second day offers new content focused on shaping your writing into a creative offering and sharing it with intention.
URL:https://writer.org/event/turning-your-writing-practice-into-a-creative-offering/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 Sessions,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261006
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SUMMARY:(Wet Ink) Experimentation in Flash Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Discover how creative constraints can unlock surprising new possibilities in your writing. In this four-week generative workshop\, we will explore how playing with time\, form\, and omission can change stories and move them beyond the familiar. Through close reading\, discussion\, and in-class exercises\, participants will experiment with techniques to play with their stories. By the end of the workshop\, participants will have several new drafts as well as a toolkit of exercises and strategies for future work. Participants should come prepared to write and to read a small selection of flash fiction between sessions; no advance preparation is required for the first class.
URL:https://writer.org/event/wet-ink-experimentation-in-flash-fiction/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,All Levels,Fiction,Wet Ink,Workshop
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SUMMARY:(Wet Ink) Finding Your Authentic Voice
DESCRIPTION:Look beyond your inner critic and limiting beliefs to tap into the flow of your boundless creativity\, as you discover the powerful impact of your authentic voice. Over eight weeks\, we’ll be identifying unhelpful thoughts\, deconstructing doubt\, and building a sustained creative recovery practice that lets you write compelling pieces and foster a special connection with your readers. In a safe and supportive space\, reintroduce your childlike wonder around creativity so you can write freely\, reclaim your power\, and uncover your true gifts. Unleash your brilliance and honor the impact of your stories\, lessons\, and innermost thoughts. Walk away feeling empowered with fresh awareness\, confidence in your writing\, and practical tools to stay inspired and let your art flow freely—long after the workshop ends. While the core workshop runs asynchronously on Wet Ink\, it includes two optional live Zoom sessions\, one at the start to meet as a group and set intentions\, and one at the midpoint to check in\, share progress\, and troubleshoot together. Dates and times will be pre-set and shared upon registration; attendance is optional and encouraged\, not required.
URL:https://writer.org/event/wet-ink-finding-your-authentic-voice/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,All Levels,Mixed Genre,Wet Ink,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T203000
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SUMMARY:Cafe Muse Literary Salon
DESCRIPTION:The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers  Luther Jett and Julia Kolchinsky. The evening begins at 7 PM with Michael Davis live on classical guitar. The readings begin at 7:30 PM with opening remarks by a Café Muse co-host. \nFREE & open to the public. RSVP on the Cafe Muse Website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\nEnjoying our free events? Help us offer more programs to support writers with a $10 donation »
URL:https://writer.org/event/cafe-muse-literary-salon-sep-26/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T213000
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SUMMARY:Writing the Feature-Length Screenplay
DESCRIPTION:In this 10-week intermediate to advanced workshop\, writers will complete a feature-length screenplay from outline to first draft. Participants are expected to arrive with a developed idea they are ready to write. The course begins with a brief review of key screenwriting principles—premise questions\, structure\, and character—before quickly moving into reviewing written pages the second week. Writers will be expected to generate approximately 10 pages per week\, building toward a complete 90-page screenplay by the end of the course. Class sessions will focus on reading and discussing student work\, with guided feedback designed to strengthen narrative momentum\, deepen character arcs\, and support each writer through the challenges of finishing a full draft. By the end of the workshop\, participants will have a completed feature-length screenplay and a clearer understanding of how to sustain and execute a cohesive cinematic story.
URL:https://writer.org/event/writing-the-feature-length-screenplay-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:10 Sessions,Intermediate Level,Stage and Screen,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270622T130000
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SUMMARY:One Year to Your YA Novel w/ Betsy Cornwell
DESCRIPTION:Write your YA novel over the course of a school year with bestselling author Betsy Cornwell!\nIn this intensive ten-month course\, you’ll take your young adult novel from concept to complete manuscript with guidance from New York Times bestselling author Betsy Cornwell\, as well as mutual support from fellow participants. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Betsy Cornwell\, instructor for our yearlong YA novel workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \n \n  \n\nWhat to expect:\nLive classes every two weeks will focus on craft talks\, close reading\, and the development of a practical “tool box” of writing and storytelling skills\, as well as group workshop time. You’ll also have access to one-on-one mentorship sessions with Betsy\, as well as the option to be matched with a classmate for critique partnership and accountability. \nThe best books for young people are both timely and timeless\, and require at least as much creative scope and rigor as writing for adults. Newbery-winning young adult author Madeleine L’Engle wrote that “You have to write the book that wants to be written. And if the book will be too difficult for grown-ups\, then you write it for children.”   \nIn this course\, we’ll consider examples of brilliant books for young readers\, and read through these texts together from a craft perspective with the goal of writing young adult books that are vivid\, honest\, and complex—never condescending or “less than” adult novels. If you have an idea for a YA novel that you’re ready to take seriously\, this is the course for you! \n\nStructure\nThis course is designed to mirror the school year\, from September to June\, and is offered during lunch hours Eastern time to give parents of school-age children the best chance to participate. That said\, you absolutely don’t have to be a parent to join us! \nClasses will begin with a short warm-up writing exercise\, followed by individual check-ins and discussion of the current assigned book (see below). For the first part of the course\, from September through December\, the rest of the class will focus on specific\, actionable tools for planning and completing your first draft. In the second part of the course\, from December through April\, the focus will shift to group workshopping and feedback. The final two months of the course\, in May and June\, will look at the publication process and assist students in developing query packages for their books. \nA YA novel will also be assigned for reading and discussion every two months\, for a total of five books. Participants are encouraged to nominate their own favorite YA novels for inclusion. \n\nSchedule\nThis class will meet virtually twice a month on Tuesdays\, for 20 total sessions. Workshop dates run from September 15\, 2026 – June 22\, 2027\,  11am–1pm ET. \nSept. 15\nSept. 29 \nOct. 6\nOct. 20 \nNov. 3\nNov. 17 \nDec. 1\nDec. 15 \nJan. 5\nJan. 19 \nFeb. 2\nFeb. 16 \nMarch 2\nMarch 16 \nApril 6\nApril 20 \nMay 4\nMay 18 \nJune 8\nJune 22 \n\n1:1 Mentoring\nAll workshops will be held over Zoom\, with additional opportunities to meet 1:1 with Betsy upon request. All enrolled students will have the option to schedule an individual follow-up meeting (1 hour) with Betsy approximately 6 months after the conclusion of the workshop.\n \n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Friday\, September 4\, 2026 \nTo apply for the course\, please submit the following via email to emily.holland@writer.org: \n\nA ten- to twenty-page sample of your creative writing\, in any genre\nA brief cover letter including your reasons for wanting to join the class\, a summary of your book idea and where you are in the writing process\, and a YA book you’d like to nominate for the group to read.\n\nWe are thrilled to offer one scholarship to a single parent. In your cover letter\, please indicate if you would like to be considered for this scholarship. We kindly ask that those who are able to register for the workshop without scholarship assistance refrain from applying for the scholarship. The scholarship will be available once we have met the required threshold for students in the class. \nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/one-year-to-your-ya-novel-w-betsy-cornwell/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Adults Write for Children,All Levels,Fiction,Kid Lit,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Writing Song Lyrics
DESCRIPTION:We all practice the results of the lyricist’s trade whenever we sing a song we know\, but in this course we’ll look into how those choices are made\, and get some practice at generating our own lyrics.This course starts the participant on the practice of putting words together with music. Writing a song lyric requires matching syllables in words with melody notes to be sung in time over a rhythm. We start with short phrases and build up to complete lyrics. By the end participants will have generated a lyric for a familiar existing song\, and at least one lyric which can be set by a composer to produce a complete work.
URL:https://writer.org/event/writing-song-lyrics-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Intermediate Level,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Virtual Info Session for The Art of the Short Story w/ Rita Bullwinkel
DESCRIPTION:Meet Rita Bullwinkel\, instructor for our yearlong short story workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! The Writer’s Center staff will be on hand\, too\, to address any logistical questions. \nRegister below! \n\nAbout the Program\nApplication Deadline: October 5\, 2026\nWorkshop Dates: Begins October 21\, meeting twice a month for ~10 months\nCost: $5\,400 | Members $5\,300 \nWrite new short stories with award-winning author and editor Rita Bullwinkel! \nIn this year-long short story intensive\, students will read and discuss the work of their peers\, and have the opportunity to submit four of their own short stories for group discussion. Students will also read the work of contemporary short story writers alongside the work of their peers in order to identify how their own work\, and the work of their peers\, is situated within the contemporary literary landscape. \nFind the full details and apply here »
URL:https://writer.org/event/virtual-info-session-for-the-art-of-the-short-story-w-rita-bullwinkel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Reading and Responding to Gertrude Stein’s Tender Buttons
DESCRIPTION:Join the tribe that loves word play to explore Gertrude Stein’s Tender Buttons.\n  \nWe will write response poems and learn from the strategies of this early Modernist poet who still intrigues well into the Post Modernism of today. Let’s investigate and play with Stein’s words such as\, “The sudden spoon is the same in no size” or “grass greediness” or “a white hunter is nearly crazy.” A copy of From the Belly: Poets Respond to Gertrude Stein’s Tender Buttons will be included in this course offering.
URL:https://writer.org/event/reading-and-responding-to-gertrude-steins-tender-buttons/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:3 Sessions,All Levels,Poetry,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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SUMMARY:The Art of Family Narrative
DESCRIPTION:“The histories of families cannot be separated from the histories of nations\,” writes Susan Griffin at the beginning of a book that sets her family’s story into the context of the Second World War. Workshop participants will learn about different nonfiction forms that feature robust\, compelling family narratives. Each session will include writing prompts and in-class time to respond to the prompts.By the end of the workshop\, participants will be able to identify and use narrative elements that render a story vivid\, concerned\, and fulfilled.
URL:https://writer.org/event/the-art-of-family-narrative/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:From Novice to Novelist
DESCRIPTION:This workshop deconstructs and demystifies the novel-writing process for struggling and/or aspiring writers. We’ll go all the way from getting the nub of an idea to getting your book into the hands of expectant fans. Along the way\, you’ll learn how to stay organized\, write in the voice of other genders\, the art of rewriting\, and how to overcome your writing and marketing fears. By the end of our time together\, you’ll be prepared to begin work on a novel and will be equipped with the skills to perfect it. The sessions will include time for writing and for being critiqued.
URL:https://writer.org/event/from-novice-to-novelist-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:6 Sessions,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260917T200000
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SUMMARY:The Visual Language of Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Delve into a poem’s visual language. Participants will learn techniques that poets use every day to form undeniably poignant work. Generative writing exercises and examples will encourage participants to view their writing in a new way. With multiple works written in-workshop\, place your pieces in a small portfolio. This workshop emphasizes the poetic line and varying syntax. Participants will leave with more strategies to begin a poem and vary their syntax.
URL:https://writer.org/event/the-visual-language-of-poetry/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Poetry,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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