Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Learn to Captivate a Reader in a Romance Novel USA Today Bestselling Author Golden Angel presents her tricks and tips on writing steamy scenes that stick with readers long after […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Keep the Valentine's Day spirit going by spending an afternoon hearing Steamy Scenes written with the guidance of USA Today Bestselling Author Golden Angel. This reading will be followed by […]
What makes a scene stay in your mind, is it rhythmic language, a character’s gesture, or that line o...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes novelist Virginia Pye for a reading from her new novel, Marriage and Other Monuments. Virginia is joined by award winning writer, Mary Kay Zuravleff. FREE & […]
“Make it New” is a writer’s taunt and requirement as they return to the page, and oftentimes the har...
If you struggle to get your novel written, you aren't alone. Most novelists never complete the story...
Write your first (or newest) play, break that writers’ block, and unlock your theatrical voice! Duri...
You’ve written, or are writing your book; now it’s time to fight for it! In this workshop you’ll dis...
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by author for a discussion of her new collection of stories, But Where's Home? Toni […]
You may think you don't have the time, energy, or inspiration to write because of your hectic lifest...
Here’s an opportunity to shed any misconception that poetic forms are only constricting. Inspired by...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Do you feel called to write a book? Is there something important that you have always wanted to say ...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Description is an important element in fiction to orient the reader to setting and characters. But h...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Writer Steve Majors presents a staged reading of his new play, American Gothik, which grew out of a Writer's Center workshop. A full-cast reading will be presented Sunday, February 22 […]
Literary agents play a crucial role in the publishing world, yet authors are often in the dark about...
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of nonfiction! We’re joined by Pulitzer Prize Winning author Jonathan Eig for a special Black History Month discussion of […]
Journeys, 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 […]
This class aims to teach students how to write poems that surprise with imagery and ingenuity. Sever...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Poet Lore, America’s oldest poetry journal and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by Dora Malech to discuss her latest collection, Trying […]
Fictional characters are the entry point for readers to engage with the worlds that writers create. ...
You'll not only learn how to write your own television pilot, but the ins and outs of the entire tel...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Learn the ins and outs of publishing, make connections, and build your writing career! Publish Now is a one-day conference for writers interested in learning more about all the ways […]
With ten crucial tips and in-class writing prompts, learn how to capture your life on the page scene...
There is no one-size-fits-all strategy for story structure. Let’s discuss a plan that works for you....
What makes a good title? How can a title expand a poem’s meaning and impact? How can a weak one hold...
“Whole-Brain Poetry” is an opportunity to explore some of the many ways poetry interacts with the br...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes Susan Scheid and Burgi Zenhausern for a launch of their respective new books, True Blue and White Door. FREE & open to the public. RSVP below. Susan […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes novelist Justin Collmann for a reading from his debut new novel, Thirteen Fallen Horses. FREE & open to the public. RSVP below. Justin Collmann lives in […]
Revising can be very intimidating territory for all of us, but in this workshop we will take a diffe...
Jumpstart your novel and writing practice in this ten-month intensive! If you're wondering how to write a novel and sustain a writing practice in the midst of everything, Novel Club […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
You’ve drafted your picture book, what’s the next step? Learn to revise and polish your picture boo...
Are you serious about writing a novel but struggling? This intermediate course will examine the eigh...
Drawing from the textures of newspaper headlines and the tenderness of novel pages, we’ll explore ho...
You will transform your day into poetry and fiction. You will make poems and stories from everyday details of your life. We will read and then write poems and stories […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Using quotes, poems and/or personal reflections, students will combine words with easy to follow art...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes writer and Writer's Center Emerging Writer Fellowship awardee Matthew Pitt for a reading of his debut novel, Tear Here. Matthew is in conversation with poet Monica […]
Learn how to pack a powerful punch when writing persuasively! This four-week workshop covers the pro...
The Writer’s Center welcomes poet Brittany Rogers to our monthly Virtual Poetry Book Club for a discussion of her collection, Good Dress. Brittany is joined by Book Club Host, Hannah […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
This workshop deconstructs and demystifies the novel-writing process for struggling and/or aspiring ...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Using various writing prompts will invite ourselves into new stories, and explore new ways to tell f...
Poet Lore and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by poets Asa Drake to discuss her debut poetry collection, Maybe The Body […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes Tamar Shapiro and John Vercher f for a conversation about exploring the impact of wanted and unwanted legacies in their novels. About the event Home means many […]
The nation's capital is full of readers, and the DC LIT FEST will give those readers a chance to mix, mingle, and meet the city’s literary organizations all in one place. Organized by […]
Although we associate the term "volta" with the traditional sonnet form, it has been used with great...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center is pleased to present SUTRA, an exhibition of drawings and paintings by artist Deborah Tomlin, on display in the Center’s Joram Piatigorsky Gallery, January 29–March 23, 2026. […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Women writers of DC! Join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center! It’ll be a chance to talk shop, network, and hang out with other writers. Please bring […]
Romance is a booming market. Although maligned as “fluff,” writing a compelling romance requires ser...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Music in poetry can be difficult; insist on it too much and the music can overtake meaning, too litt...
Once your book is out in the world, how do you ensure it works for you? This session demystifies pub...
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by author Luke Kennard for a discussion of his new novel, Black Bag. Luke is […]
Journal techniques are like tools in a writer’s toolbox. Just as a hammer is the right choice for placing a nail in the wall, so a particular journal method can […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
As the world tilts toward renewal, this workshop invites writers to align with the energy of the Spr...
We will explore the complexities of writing about sensitive topics with vulnerability and creative c...
Show, Don’t Tell is a hands-on writing workshop designed to help participants transform plain prose ...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of nonfiction! We’re joined by author Aaron Fountain for a discussion of his new publication, High School Students Unite! Aaron […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Writers often hear about “the revision process” as if it’s a singular thing. It’s not. Revising your work entails several processes and sub-processes, from the “30,000 feet” view to macro-strategies […]
Writing a novel takes commitment, but it doesn’t need to be daunting. Learn how to generate a handfu...
This workshop is a two-hour seminar for those who want to better understand the genre of memoir and the craft elements required to write it well. In this course we […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes Maria Karametou for a book launch celebration of her debut novel, The Amalgam. Maria is in conversation with author Frances Park. FREE & open to the […]
Poet Lore and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by Cortney Lamar Charleston to discuss his new collection, It's Important I […]
Do you have a finished draft of a novel but don’t know what to do next? This workshop will take you ...
In the Persona Poem, or Dramatic Monologue, the poet writes in the voice of another real or imagined...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes Poets Claudia Gary and Roderick Deacey for a reading and discussion of their new collections, Time and Other Solvents, and Birds Flew In, respectively. FREE & […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers Holly Karapetkova and Steven Leyva. The evening begins at 7 PM with Michael Davis live on […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers Lola Haskins and Mary Sesso. The evening begins at 7 PM with Michael Davis live on […]
If you’ve always wanted to create your own exciting novel then this is the class for you. The class ...
Poet Lore, America’s oldest poetry journal and The Writer’s Center welcomes poet Elizabeth Hazen to our monthly Virtual Poetry Book Club for a discussion of her collection, The Sky Will […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Travel isn’t about mileage. It’s about the personal experiences and stories that bring a journey ali...
Writers today have more options than ever, but the choices can be overwhelming. Should you try to fi...
You have a story inside you, but how do you even start to bring it out? With so many crazy things go...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes novelist and former instructor Amin Ahmad for a frank discussion of writing with an eye on the market, writing in genre, how agents work and different […]
Write your life story as you lived it, one moment at a time. This interactive workshop teaches write...
Every character in your story has a past. The events that occurred in a character’s life before they...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes writer Melanie McCabe for a reading of her latest collection of poems, All The Signs Were There. Melanie is in conversation with poet Jennifer Keith. FREE […]
Whether you’re in the midst of your manuscript or just starting out, in this workshop you will devel...
Robert Frost said, "It's tone I'm in love with; that's what poetry is, tone." The ability to control...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Looking for a writing group? We want to help you meet other interested writers! The Writer's Center and The Inner Loop invite you to Search Party, a social event connecting […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Are you a writer who identifies as disabled? Join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center to hang out and talk writing! Please bring a drink or an […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by author Preeti Vangani for a discussion of her newest poetry collection, Fifty Mothers. Preeti […]
Having a children's book published in today's tough market may seem like an impossible dream. But, i...
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This class is designed for writers of all levels of experience to help them find the story tapping t...
Have you ever wondered how scanning the lines of your first draft can make for a better poem? Here’s...
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes Poet Elizabeth Hazen for a reading and discussion of her new collection, The Sky Will Hold. Elizabeth is in conversation with Poet Rose Solari. FREE & […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes author Megan Howell to our monthly Fiction Book Club for a discussion of her debut short story collection, Softie at The Writer's Center! Megan is joined by […]
How to tell your story in pieces. Create physical / digital collage poems representing your personal journey(s), origin stories, and / or future aspirations using found imagery and text. This […]
This workshop is about the pursuit of insight through writing personal memories. Whether you current...
Poet Lore, America’s oldest poetry journal. and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by Alan Chazaro to discuss his latest collection, […]
Setting is the foundation for any story. Whether you’re thinking about character, motivation, obstac...
Whether you want to write a memoir, blog, letter to your granddaughter, or use your life as the foun...
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The Writer’s Center welcomes poet Richard Smith for a reading from his new collection, Beyond Where Words Can Go. This reading will be followed by a Q&A and signing. FREE […]
In this workshop, writers will consider end-times poems both ancient and contemporary in order to fi...
Lead with the future — not background — for lead-ership, especially in a crisis. That’s the most imp...
This workshop is a two-hour seminar for those who want to better understand the genre of memoir and the craft elements required to write it well. In this course we […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by our own Zach Powers to discuss his new novel, The Migraine Diaries. Zach is […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes three poets to discuss their use of non-English words in their English language poetry. Do they italicize? Translate? Footnote? Endnote? Through a craft discussion focused on […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of science writing! We’re joined by acclaimed author and professor of physics and astronomy Chanda Prescod-Weinstein for a discussion […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Are you a writer who recently graduated? Join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center to hang out and talk writing! Please bring a drink or an appetizer […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual book launch! We’re joined by writer Claire Fuller to discuss her latest publication, Hunger and Thirst. Claire is in conversation with writer Melissa […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer's Center welcomes novelist Caroline Bock for a reading and a wide-ranging discussion of the writing life and publishing journeys, as she celebrates the publication of her first novel […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by novelist and poet Paige Lewis for a discussion of their debut novel, Canon. Paige […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
Are you a writer who identifies as LGBTQ+? Let’s hang out and talk writing! Come join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center. Please bring a drink or […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes writers Melanie McCabe and Brad Barkley for a reading from their respective novels, Road Longer Than Memory and The Reel Life of Zara Kegg. FREE & […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers Greg Luce and Burgi Zenhaeusern. The evening begins at 7 PM with Michael Davis live on […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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 […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
The Writer’s Center welcomes the Café Muse Literary Salon for a reading featuring writers from Washington Writer's Publishing House reading from the America’s Future Anthology. The evening begins at 7 […]
Bethesda, MD 20815 United States
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. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]