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SUMMARY:Your Writing Journey Begins
DESCRIPTION:You have a story inside you\, now learn how to bring it to the world.\nYou have a story inside you\, but how do you even start to bring it out? With so many crazy things going on today\, should you even think about doing something so “frivolous” as writing? Come to this interactive zoom workshop and take the first steps in learning how to bring your writing into the world. You’ll never know whose life you’ll change; the world needs your 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\nWho can write a story\nWhat kinds of stories you can write\nHow to set up your writing environment\nWhere to get help\nWhy now is the best time to write\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is for those who have been thinking about writing but haven’t figured out how to start.\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/your-writing-journey-begins/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20251125T211055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T215026Z
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SUMMARY:Poem Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Create poems that succeed with editors!\nThis class aims to teach students how to write poems that surprise with imagery and ingenuity. Several poetic fundamentals will be discussed in class using example poems. Students will also workshop their poems throughout the class. Each class will include a reading of 1-2 poems\, discussion of a poetic fundamental\, and some workshopping of poems. At the end of the class each participant should have 2-3 poem drafts written that are on their way toward revision. \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 look at:\n\n Generating content\nDreams and streams of consciousness\nMetaphors and similes\nImagery\nRevision\n\nTime requirements\n\nTo prepare reading\, critiquing classmates’ poems\, and writing poems\, it takes about 2-3 hours a week.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginning to intermediate students who wish to improve their poetry by writing the poems of their dreams.\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/poem-fundamentals/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:6 Sessions,Beginner Level,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20251125T210947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T200042Z
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SUMMARY:Mystery Novel for the Novice
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the different mystery tropes and subgenres while obtaining the building blocks for your caper!\nLearn how to differentiate the unique mystery tropes while gaining a better understanding of the expectations surrounding popular mystery subgenres. Explore important tools related to crafting clues and red herrings. Beginners will have the opportunity to use the tips provided to craft their own miniature plot outline. \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\nMystery tropes\nMystery subgenres\nPlot expectations\nSetting tools\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is intended to help beginners interested in writing their own mystery novel.\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/mystery-novel-for-the-novice/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Writing-Pen-and-Notebook.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20251125T210947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T205250Z
UID:10005048-1770836400-1774472400@writer.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Fiction\, Element by Element
DESCRIPTION:Let’s demystify the craft of fiction writing!\nBy studying basic craft elements of fiction\, participants will build a strong foundation for their writing—be it stories or novels. This 7-week workshop will explore elements (characterization\, setting\, scene\, etc.) one at a time and ask participants to practice them through in-class exercises. We’ll also read published stories to help us understand how writers regularly employ these elements. Class members will begin to put the elements together\, too\, as they start a story. You’ll leave the workshop with the tools you need to write wonderful\, authentic fiction. \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\nDeveloping characters\nMoving from Character to Plot and Story\nSetting/Tone/Time\nPoint of View / Narration\nScene & Dialogue\, and Revision\n\nTime requirements\n\n1/2 hour – 1 hour weekly\n\nMaterials\n\nThe O. Henry Prize Winners/The Best Short Stories 2025\, Edited by Edward P. Jones\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThe workshop is designed for beginning fiction writers\, intermediate fiction writers\, and anyone looking to focus on bettering their fiction technique.\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/crafting-fiction-element-by-element-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:7 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20251125T210903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T180551Z
UID:10005035-1769853600-1769862600@writer.org
SUMMARY:Focus on Scene Building
DESCRIPTION:Each new scene beckons your reader further into the story.\nScenes are the building blocks of fiction. They convey the vision of the story in the author’s head to the minds of readers miles away. A well-written scene is the story teller’s little miracle tool—transporting readers to other worlds\, into the lives of characters\, and creating a reality all their own. Learn how to build vivid\, active\, compelling scenes and you’ll have captured an audience for life. This is a half-day course useful to novice writers as a place to begin thinking about their stories. But more experienced authors\, who wish to refresh their fiction skills\, will find the session helps them take their writing to the next level. \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\nWhat makes a great scene\nHow to bring characters to life\nKeeping scenes active\nUsing the 5 senses to speak to the reader\nEmploying universality and emotion\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nWriters wishing to increase reader appeal or who wonder why their manuscripts haven’t attracted agents/publishers.\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/focus-on-scene-building/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Writing-Pen-Notebooks.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T123000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250814T152930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T182900Z
UID:10004924-1761386400-1761395400@writer.org
SUMMARY:Evoking Reader Empathy
DESCRIPTION:Discover techniques to infuse your writing with emotional depth.\nEven when a story is skillfully crafted\, it may not be enough to make the reader care. The key lies in creating an emotional impact that connects them to your narrative—encouraging readers to invest in your characters and embark on their own emotional journeys. We’ll discuss how to avoid clichés and heavy-handed moralizing while determining the right balance of internal thought\, scene\, and underlying tension. Additionally\, we’ll explore how to use an object or image (such as your father’s watch\, a specific place\, or a work of art) to carry the emotional weight of your story. Through reading examples and participating in short exercises\, you will have the opportunity to practice and refine your ability to evoke empathy on the page. \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\nThe importance of underlying emotion\nHow to avoid clichéd emotions\nThe objective correlative technique\nHow to craft resonant endings\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop will benefit both memoir and fiction writers wishing to strengthen reader engagement.\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/evoking-reader-empathy-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Writing-Open-Book-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250814T152928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T182448Z
UID:10004916-1760641200-1761859800@writer.org
SUMMARY:Writing Picture Books
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics–from story structure to marketing–of writing picture books for children.\nLearn how to write a picture book from a successful author of thirty award-winning books for children. Each session will begin with a short discussion of an aspect of writing for children\, including story openings and arcs\, characterization\, plot/pacing\, rhythm/sound\, and marketing. Suggested readings\, prompts\, and feedback on in-class writing will inspire and guide writers in the class. By the end of the workshop\, participants should have written and/or revised part or all of a picture book and have a better sense of how to create one in the future. Feedback will be offered on in-class exercises only rather than workshopping writing done outside of class. \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 how to:\n\nCraft a Strong Beginning\nConsider Characterization & Plot\nRevise for Rhythm & Sound\nExplore Marketing & Helpful Resources\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo advance reading required. Outside class prep: 20-30 minutes a week.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for those interested in the basics of writing picture books for children. We will not be covering the writing of chapter books and novels for older kids.\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-picture-books-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:3 Sessions,Beginner Level,Kid Lit,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Writing-Paper-Flowers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250814T152926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T182051Z
UID:10004910-1760036400-1760043600@writer.org
SUMMARY:How to Craft a Short Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create an exciting short mystery story (beginners encouraged)!\nFans of mystery have the chance to build their own condensed caper using helpful tips and tools by a popular published mystery author. \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\nCharacter Development\nPacing\nSuspense Building\nMystery Tropes\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nFans of mystery novels and lovers of short stories\, delight! This workshop aims provide key building blocks necessary for crafting eloquent short mystery stories. It’s applicable for both fans of the larger mystery genre as well as lovers of the shortened tale.\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/how-to-craft-a-short-mystery/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Writing-Pen-Shadows.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250814T152925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T181959Z
UID:10004909-1759950000-1763586000@writer.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Fiction\, Element by Element
DESCRIPTION:Let’s demystify the craft of fiction writing!\nBy studying basic craft elements of fiction\, participants will build a strong foundation for their writing—be it stories or novels. This 7-week workshop will explore elements (characterization\, setting\, scene\, etc.) one at a time and ask participants to practice them through in-class exercises. We’ll also read published stories to help us understand how writers regularly employ these elements. Class members will begin to put the elements together\, too\, as they start a story. You’ll leave the workshop with the tools you need to write wonderful\, authentic fiction. \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\nDeveloping characters\nMoving from Character to Plot and Story\nSetting/Tone/Time\nPoint of View / Narration\nScene & Dialogue\, and Revision\n\nTime requirements\n\n1/2 hour – 1 hour weekly\n\nMaterials\n\nThe Best American Short Stories 2024\, Lauren Groff Ed.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThe workshop is designed for beginning fiction writers\, intermediate fiction writers\, and anyone looking to focus on bettering their fiction technique. More advanced writers have benefitted too.\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/crafting-fiction-element-by-element-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:7 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Writing-Holding-Notebook.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250814T152917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250826T195140Z
UID:10004878-1757358000-1759179600@writer.org
SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn the building blocks of creating your own novel.\nIf you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own 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\nPacing and Plotting\nCharacter Development\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nSetting\n\nTime requirements\n\nAbout 30 to 45 minutes outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginners and individuals interested in starting their own novel.\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/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Writing-Hand.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250416T205521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T021356Z
UID:10004804-1754128800-1754136000@writer.org
SUMMARY:Poetry Demystified
DESCRIPTION:Wield the tools of poetry with confidence!\nPoety’s magic is for everyone. Join this workshop that uses plain language to explain the tools of writing poetry. By considering the fundamentals that contemporary poetry values\, writers can approach any genre of writing with a more lyrical command of language. Participants will leave with the seeds of a few new poems and a more confident understanding of 21st century poems. \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\nThe Fundamentals of Poetry\nPoetic Image\nThe Sonic Qualities of Poems\nOriginality in Verse\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is for writers of any genre interested in understanding the fundamentals of contemporary poetry.\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/poetry-demystified/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Poetry,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Writing-Paper-Streamers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T203000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250416T205422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T200503Z
UID:10004786-1751394600-1753216200@writer.org
SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Learn the building blocks of creating your own novel.\nFans of fiction delight! If you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own 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\nPacing and Plotting\nCharacter Development\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nSetting\n\nTime requirements\n\n30-45 minutes/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginners and individuals interested in learning more about the novel writing process.\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/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Writing-Pencils-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T213000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250416T205423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T200236Z
UID:10004787-1751394600-1751405400@writer.org
SUMMARY:Starting a Memoir
DESCRIPTION:Beginning your memoir? Learn how to start off strong and stay on track!\nThis popular class is for writers in the early stages of writing their memoir. Learn what you need to get off to a great start with this class led by an experienced writing coach and editor. Class includes practical discussion\, lots of helpful tips\, and some in-class exercises designed to offer clarity\, direction\, and inspiration as you move forward with your memoir. We’ll cover issues of time management\, staying organized and motivated\, good resources\, and managing those inner critics. You’ll leave class with realistic goals and a clear map forward. \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\nHow to discover and refine what your memoir is really about\nPractical tips for reaching your goal and staying motivated\nHow to rein in the scope of your idea so it packs a punch for the reader\nHow to stay organized and in action\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis class is designed for writers who are in the early stages of writing a memoir (for those who are ready with an idea to those who’ve drafted no more than 100 pages).\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/starting-a-memoir-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://writer.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Writing-Lots-of-Pens.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20250412T215830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T174804Z
UID:10004749-1747162800-1750798800@writer.org
SUMMARY:Crafting Fiction: Element by Element
DESCRIPTION:Let’s demystify the craft of fiction writing!\nBy studying basic craft elements of fiction\, participants will build a strong foundation for their writing—be it stories or novels. This 7-week workshop will explore elements (characterization\, setting\, scene\, etc.) one at a time and ask participants to practice them through in-class exercises. We’ll also read published stories to help us understand how writers regularly employ these elements. Class members will begin to put the elements together\, too\, as they start a story. You’ll leave the workshop with the tools you need to write wonderful\, authentic fiction. \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\nDeveloping characters\nMoving from Character to Story and Plot\nSetting/Tone/Time\nPoint of View / Narration\nScene & Dialogue\, and Revision\n\nTime requirements\n\n30-60 minutes/week\n\nMaterials\n\nThe Best American Short Stories 2024\, Lauren Groff\, Ed.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThe workshop is designed for beginning fiction writers\, intermediate fiction writers\, and anyone looking to focus on bettering their fiction technique. More advanced writers have taken this class and benefited too.\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/crafting-fiction-element-by-element-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:7 Sessions,Beginner Level,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Fiction,Intermediate Level,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Writing Personal Essays
DESCRIPTION:Turn your experiences into compelling stories!\nJourneys\, relationships\, hardships\, love\, and loss—these are just a few of the subjects personal essays explore. In this workshop we’ll examine essays from magazines\, literary journals\, and newspapers to illuminate the ways imagery\, dialogue\, scene\, and crafting an “I” narrator transform a personal experience into a compelling story. You’ll generate new material each week through in-class exercises\, plus receive in-class feedback on your draft. \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\nThe difference between the situation and the story\nHow to employ tools from fiction such as scene\, dialogue\, and character development\nStructure\nFirst Paragraph Hooks\n\nTime requirements\n\n15 minutes for weekly essay reading outside of class\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for beginning essay writers looking to learn the tools of form and intermediate writers looking to shape their essays in progress.\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-personal-essays-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:5 Sessions,Beginner Level,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Intermediate Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:The Complete Playwright
DESCRIPTION:Explore the territory of dramatic writing — building stories\, characters & worlds for the stage\nDig into the full spectrum of playwriting with lectures & exercises on process\, form & technique that will help develop your individual approach to writing for performance. Over eight weeks\, we’ll explore playwriting in a wide range of forms: from realism & adaptations to immersive theatre\, musicals & verbatim plays. In-depth sessions on writing dialogue\, crafting character & dramatic world-building will help writers interrogate new ideas & begin to find their unique style. You’ll come away with a full understanding of the playwright’s tools & techniques\, as well as new connections with fellow scriptwriters. \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\nPlaywriting in various forms\nCharacter\, dialogue\, story structure\, world-building & stagecraft\nPractical tips for getting script ideas onto the page\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nBeginners will find a thorough introduction to the craft.\nIntermediate writers will discover new approaches & have space to stretch their abilities.\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-complete-playwright-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Stage and Screen,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T190000
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SUMMARY:Fiction I: The Engines That Power a Story
DESCRIPTION:Tune up the engines that drive your story!\nThere are many different engines that power our stories. Plot\, character\, voice\, form\, and place are all tools we can use to hook a reader and drag them along for the ride. We will discuss one element of fiction each week while reading works by contemporary writers such as Ottessa Moshfegh\, Amber Sparks\, and Rion Amilcar Scott\, and discussing the different ways these professionals use their writing tools. Each week will include craft readings\, a short lecture\, and generative writing exercises that will be good for beginning writers as well as those who are returning to the page and hoping to think more deeply about their craft. You will leave the workshop with a deeper understanding of your own writing voice and the tools necessary to make your fiction sing. There will be two short stories (5-12 pages each) and two craft readings (1-5 pages each) to prepare for class each week as well as a short 15 minute-1/2 hour writing exercise. Note: No meeting March 25. \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\nStructure & Plot\nCharacterization\nLanguage & Voice\nPlace & Region\n\nTime requirements\n\n2 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for beginning fiction writers looking to learn the basics and intermediate writers looking to solidify their writing craft.\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/fiction-i-the-engines-that-power-a-story-2/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:6 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to write a novel but didn’t know where to start?\nThis 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. Online lessons with exercises\, readings\, and curated resources as well as the opportunity to submit and receive feedback from the instructor (and peers) on excerpts from your novel. \n\nLearn at your own pace: This workshop will take place over Wet Ink\, which is an asynchronous creative writing platform. The instructor will post a lesson and assignment at the beginning of each week\, and participants can log in and read the lessons/post assignments/comment on other classmates’ work at their convenience. Shortly before the start date\, participants will receive an invite from Wet Ink to create their login info and access the class. Please check your spam if you don’t see it. \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn how to:\n\nDevelop you Premise\nEstablish Point of View/Narrative Voice\nCreate authentic Characters\nOrganize Plot and Structure\nCreate good writing habits\nDetermine your personal Process\n\nTime requirements\n\n3-5 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nHooked by Les Edgerton\nPlot & Structure by James Scott Bell\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for those who have never written a novel before – or for those who are looking for a strong foundation in the basic components of novel-writing.\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/intro-to-the-novel-4/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Wet Ink,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T133000
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SUMMARY:So\, You Want to Write a Book?
DESCRIPTION:Learn the elements of writing a book of any genre\, and walk away with a basic understanding of the overall process from start to finish.\nDo you feel called to write a book? Is there something important that you have always wanted to say but need help organizing the ideas in your mind? No matter where you are in the process\, this class will help you create a concrete plan to bring your book ideas to life. Learn how to develop themes\, structure and outline key concepts\, discover your authentic voice\, revise and prepare for publication\, and about different publishing routes. No preparation is needed and no materials are necessary. \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 learn:\n\nIdea development\nTechniques for theme exploration\nOutline and structure\nDrafting and editing\nPolishing and publishing\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for writers who have an idea for a book but need guidance and support to walk through the process.\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/so-you-want-to-write-a-book/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Mixed Genre,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T213000
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SUMMARY:Starting a Memoir
DESCRIPTION:Explore the craft of writing memoirs\nThis class is for writers in the early stages of writing their memoir. Learn what you need to get off to a great start with this class led by an experienced writing coach and editor. Class includes practical discussion\, lots of helpful tips\, and some in-class exercises designed to offer clarity\, direction\, and inspiration as you move forward with your memoir. We’ll cover issues of time management\, staying organized and motivated\, good resources\, and managing those inner critics. You’ll leave class with realistic goals and a clear map forward. \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\nHow to discover and refine what your memoir is really about\nPractical tips for reaching your goal and staying motivated\nHow to rein in the scope of your idea so it packs a punch for the reader\nHow to stay organized and in action\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis class is designed for writers who are in the early stages of writing a memoir (for those who are ready with an idea to those who’ve drafted no more than 100 pages).\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/starting-a-memoir-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T203000
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SUMMARY:Novel 101: How to Craft the Story
DESCRIPTION:Craft new worlds while learning the key building blocks necessary to create a fictional story.\nFans of fiction delight! If you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class offers the key concepts of plotting and pacing while delving into different genres. Beginners have the opportunity to share their works with the class while also building confidence in their craft. Short homework assignments will encourage practice outside of assigned class hours. Students will leave with an evolved sense of fiction and the tools necessary to continue writing their own 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\nPacing and Plotting\nExposure to Multiple Genres\nCharacter Development\nSetting Evolution\n\nTime requirements\n\n1-2 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is ideal for beginners and individuals eager to learn more about writing.\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/novel-101-how-to-craft-the-story/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:4 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241102T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Craft and Beauty of Poetry
DESCRIPTION:“I am amazed by the amount I learned!” is what participants say about this popular class.\nThis workshop is for writers looking to begin\, or deepen\, their exploration of poetry with a focus on craft. Each session is devoted to one aspect of craft — imagery\, line\, form\, voice\, etc. — and begins with a chance to share your work aloud (not workshop). Participants learn by discussing great poems\, reading short\, engaging chapters\, and doing fun weekly assignments. One session will be devoted to revision\, and one to workshop. Note: No meeting November 30. \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 learn to:\n\nRead and discuss poetry and see craft issues in action\nLearn and practice craft skills like imagery\, line breaks\, rhythm\, form\, sound\, and more to strengthen your poems\nApproach revision from a place of discovery rather than “fixing”\nAppreciate poems and become a stronger reader of poetry\nWith a writer-centered workshop structure\, learn how to give helpful feedback and integrate feedback from others to improve your drafts\n\nTime requirements\n\n20-30 minutes/week\n\nMaterials\n\nThe Poet’s Companion by Kim Addonizio and Dorinanne Laux\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis class is designed for beginning poets looking to learn the basics and enhance their appreciation of poetry.\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/introduction-to-the-craft-and-beauty-of-poetry/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:6 Sessions,Beginner Level,Poetry,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T190000
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SUMMARY:Writing Picture Books
DESCRIPTION:Learn the basics — from story structure to marketing — of writing picture books for children.\nLearn how to write a picture book from a successful author of thirty award-winning books for children. Each session will begin with a short discussion of an aspect of writing for children\, including story openings and arcs\, characterization\, plot/pacing\, rhythm/sound\, and marketing. Suggested readings\, prompts\, and feedback on in-class writing will inspire and guide writers in the class. By the end of the workshop\, participants should have written and/or revised part or all of a picture book and have a better sense of how to create one in the future. Feedback will be offered on in-class exercises only rather than workshopping writing done outside of class. \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:\n\nCraft a Strong Beginning\nConsider Characterization & Plot\nRevise for Rhythm & Sound\nExplore Marketing & Helpful Resources\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for those interested in the basics of writing picture books for children. We will not be covering the writing of chapter books and novels for older kids.\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-picture-books-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:3 Sessions,Beginner Level,Kid Lit,Workshop,Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T210000
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SUMMARY:From Idea to Script: A Beginner's Guide to Screenwriting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn your big idea into a solid screenplay.\nDiscover how to translate your passion for screenwriting into actionable skills. Every week students will build on the foundations of story\, structure\, character arcs\, the do’s and don’ts\, industry standards\, and the technical side of writing a script until they have a completed short screenplay that will be workshopped during the last weeks of class. We’ll start with one page scripts\, build to a three-page script\, and finally five to ten page scripts for the final workshop. Please come to class with a few ideas you’d like to use to create a final script. \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 learn:\n\nStory (does this story work as a script?)\nStructure\nCharacter Arcs/Development\nScripts vs. Novels: how subtext works in a screenplay\nTechnical Screenwriting\nFilm Direction in a script\n\nIn Preparation\n\nWatch your favorite films and take notes\, make a list of questions\, and notice anything that stands out or doesn’t make sense to you. We’ll discuss in class.\n\nTime requirements\n\nStudents will have deadlines for a one-page script\, a three-page script\, and the final script will be workshopped during the last sessions. Exact time requirements depends on how quickly you’re able to work through these drafts.\n\nRecommended Reading\n\nCrafting Short Screenplays that Connect by Claudia Hunter Johnson\nHow to Write a Movie in 21 Days by Viki King\nStory by Robert McKee\nOn Writing by Stephen King\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for beginning screenwriters and novelists who are interested in adapting their work. You’ll learn the basics of screenwriting to get you started on your long-form journey.\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/from-idea-to-script-a-beginners-guide-to-screenwriting-2/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:6 Sessions,Beginner Level,Stage and Screen,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T220000
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SUMMARY:Writing Song Lyrics
DESCRIPTION:Put words to music to make memorable songs.\nThis 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 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. There will be 30-45 minutes homework exercises between course meetings\, and we will go over everyone’s results before moving on in the text (which is provided). 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. \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\nSetting of a familiar melody\nTesting the “singability” of a lyric\nStudying of extended song forms\nWriting a lyric before a matching melody has been written\nWorking with implied rhythm and rhyme patterns\, diction\, and linearity and “density” of sentence structure\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nAlthough this workshop was originally designed for poets who have written in meter and/or with rhyme\, such experience is helpful; but anyone with a good sense of rhythm and familiarity with the language can manage the current version. Ability to compose music\, including melody\, is not required\, though a sense of what composers do is useful\, and we do discuss approaches to collaboration.\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-song-lyrics/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Stage and Screen,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Intro to the Novel
DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to write a novel but didn’t know where to start?\nThis 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. \n\nLearn at your own pace: This workshop will take place over Wet Ink\, which is an asynchronous creative writing platform. The instructor will post a lesson and assignment at the beginning of each week\, and participants can log in and read the lessons/post assignments/comment on other classmates’ work at their convenience. Shortly before the start date\, participants will receive an invite from Wet Ink to create their login info and access the class. Please check your spam if you don’t see it. \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn how to:\n\nDevelop you Premise\nEstablish Point of View/Narrative Voice\nCreate authentic Characters\nOrganize Plot and Structure\nCreate good writing habits\nDetermine your personal Process\n\nTime requirements\n\n3-5 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nHooked by Les Edgerton\nPlot & Structure by James Scott Bell\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for those who have never written a novel before — or for those who are looking for a strong foundation in the basic components of novel-writing.\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/intro-to-the-novel-3/
LOCATION:Wet Ink
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Wet Ink,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Short Story I
DESCRIPTION:Learn dialogue\, develop characters\, use point of view\, learn to read analytically\, and polish your work to send it out!\nParticipants will bring in work to be workshopped by the entire class. This workshop will teach participants how to edit other’s work\, read like a writer\, scrutinize sentences\, and how to submit to magazines. Note: No meeting on September 2. \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\nDialogue\nCharacter Development\nWriting in different points of view\nLearn to submit your work to a magazine\n\nTime requirements\n\n2-4 hours/week\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThose looking to take their writing to the next level.\\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/short-story-i-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T160000
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SUMMARY:Inspiration Station — A Multi-Genre Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Jump right into the creative process by trying different genres.\nHelpful exercises and prompts can free your imagination and lead you to surprises in your writing. If you’ve already chosen a genre to pursue\, this workshop can help you broaden your approach by using techniques from other genres. If you write poems\, perhaps you could write poetic fiction. This will be a positive space in a can’t-fail atmosphere. Your writing is greeted with support and (often) applause from your workshop colleagues. Receive generative tips to take with you. You will leave with a finished poem and flash fiction or memoir excerpts—and the fun you had writing them. Bring your favorite writing instruments. If you have a poem or paragraph you love that makes you want to write\, bring that too. \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\nHow to write a poem\nHow to craft dialogue\nHow to recreate a memoir-type memory\n\n  \nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\n  \nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\n  \nWho should take this workshop?\n\nAnyone who wants to explore how to write creatively as well as writers who want to sharpen their craft by dipping into different genres.\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/inspiration-station-a-multi-genre-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Mixed Genre,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T210000
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SUMMARY:How to Write a Novel
DESCRIPTION:A bird’s eye view of all the moving parts involved in writing — and marketing — a novel.\nA practical plan that takes you from the mere germ of an idea all the way through the creative process\, with an eye on getting a finished book into the hands of potential fans. We’ll discuss how to transform the nub of an idea into a book-length project\, populated with interesting characters\, a twisty-turny plot\, snappy dialogue\, and an interesting setting. We’ll also look at strategies for finding an agent and marketing the finished product. You’ll come away from the class with the encouragement to begin and perfect your writing project. \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\nHow to tap into your creative subconscious\nCharacter Creation\nStory Structure\nHow to Stay Organized\n\n  \nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\n  \nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\n  \nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is for people who want to write a novel\, but don’t know how to do it\, or for people who have started the process\, but have gotten overwhelmed and discouraged.\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/how-to-write-a-novel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner Level,Fiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T064841
CREATED:20240408T154220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T130729Z
UID:10004337-1714816800-1719057600@writer.org
SUMMARY:From Idea to Script: A Beginner's Guide to Screenwriting
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to turn your big idea into a solid screenplay.\nDiscover how to translate your passion for screenwriting into actionable skills. Every week students will build on the foundations of story\, structure\, character arcs\, the do’s and don’ts\, industry standards\, and the technical side of writing a script until they have a completed short screenplay that will be workshopped during the last weeks of class. We’ll start with one page scripts\, build to a three-page script\, and finally five to ten page scripts for the final workshop. Please come to class with a few ideas you’d like to use to create a final script. \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 learn:\n\nStory (does this story work as a script?)\nStructure\nCharacter Arcs/Development\nScripts v. Novels – how subtext works in a screenplay\nTechnical Screenwriting\nFilm Direction in a script”\n\n  \nTime requirements\n\nStudents will have deadlines for a one-page script\, three-page script\, and the final script will be workshopped during the last sessions. Their level of preparation depends on how quickly they’re able to work through these drafts.\n\n  \nMaterials\nRecommended\, but not required reading: \n\nCrafting Short Screenplays that Connect by Claudia Hunter Johnson\nHow to Write a Movie in 21 Days by Viki King\nStory by Robert McKee\nOn Writing by Stephen King\n\nIn Preparation: \n\nWatch your favorite films and take notes\, make a list of questions\, and notice anything that stands out or doesn’t make sense to you. We’ll discuss in class.\n\nShort reading materials provided. \n  \nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for beginning screenwriters and novelists who are interested in adapting their work. You’ll learn the basics of screenwriting to get you started on your long-form journey.\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/from-idea-to-script-a-beginners-guide-to-screenwriting/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:8 Sessions,Beginner Level,Stage and Screen,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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