Westport Writers' Workshop @WestportWriters
We are an independent literary arts center offering supportive creative writing classes, readings, and free workshops to underserved populations. westportwriters.org Westport, CT Joined April 2012-
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There’s more time to register for workshops beginning in July and August! Sign up now for Romance Writing, Writing Books for Kids, Intro to Memoir, and more. Visit: westportwriters.org/summer-23-work…
My virtual historical fiction class starts next week -- and there's one spot waiting for you! Click on the registration link to register. DM with questions!!
My virtual historical fiction class starts next week -- and there's one spot waiting for you! Click on the registration link to register. DM with questions!!
Ready to revise? This workshop is for writers with at least three chapters of a novel, and the desire to learn how to revise effectively. @EliseChidley Learn more and register: westportwriters.org/product-page/r…
Join @lizleematthews for an introductory-level workshop, intended for new students who want to write stories, essays, and poems in an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere. Register now, class begins next week! westportwriters.org/product-page/c…
Come join your fellow writers from 10-11am. Writers will start with a 20 minute writing prompt, and have the option to share with the group. Write, drink coffee, and mingle! Great way to end the week. RSVP for free: westportwriters.org/product-page/j…
Please welcome Jessie McEntee as the workshop’s Marketing and Communications Manager. Jessie is the Poet Laureate for Westport as well as a long-time fiction instructor at WWW; she also provides editorial services and coaching. Welcome, Jessie! #westportwritersworkshop
I promise it will be the most fun writing class ever!
I promise it will be the most fun writing class ever!
Develop a TV series pilot with a pro, starting with a basic premise that will evolve into a full outline by the end of the course. @aadip Register: westportwriters.org/product-page/t…
Taking that initial leap of faith and starting the first chapter of a novel can be both exhilarating and terrifying. This class will give students the necessary tools and inspiration to begin writing the opening of their novel. westportwriters.org/product-page/c…
Local writers, readers, fellow instructors @WritingInst & @WestportWriters & fans turned out for launch of @barbarajoss' 6th novel SECRETS OF THE ITALIAN ISLAND on @scarsdalelib 's lawn w/ trustee Dara Gruenberg. @bookouture #HistoricalFiction #WritingCommunity #writersoftwitter
Join @lizleematthews for an introductory-level workshop, intended for new students who want to write stories, essays, and poems in an encouraging and inclusive atmosphere. Learn more and register: westportwriters.org/product-page/c…
Here’s a story you want to tell – a story from your family’s past, maybe, or a story about a place and time from long ago that intrigues you. But where do you start? Take @barbarajoss's Historical Fiction workshop to find out! →Register: westportwriters.org/product-page/s…
Writing your life story may seem daunting. Instead, why not write stories from your life? In this craft workshop, you'll brainstorm, write, and revise a series of mini-memoirs based on “small moments” in your life. →Register: westportwriters.org/product-page/o…
Check out our recent blog post, a Q & A with Rebecca Stay and Donald Todd westportwriters.org/post/q-a-with-…
Classes are filling up! Take your writing to the next level -don't miss the opportunity to sign up for one of Julie Sarkissian's summer workshops! westportwriters.org/julie-sarkissi… #westportwritersworkshop
Read our latest blog post! Marine Assaiante and the Fundamentals of Creating a Web Series. westportwriters.org/post/marine-as…
Interested in exploring the mechanics of what makes a show truly spectacular or utterly disappointing? This is our take on your standard book club, but a tad more... dramatic. Join us for our Summer Watch Club at #westportwritersworkshop westportwriters.org/product-page/t…
Join us Sunday for a Remote Instructor Reading featuring our new instructors @EliseChidley , @amyshearn, @barbarajoss, @cloherty_lisa, and Kate Senecal! Join free via zoom. westportwriters.org/product-page/o…
Giving a reading this Sunday at 7pm EST, in my living room as usual :-)
Giving a reading this Sunday at 7pm EST, in my living room as usual :-)
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Develop a TV series pilot with a pro, starting with a basic premise that will evolve into a full outline by the end of the course. @aadip Register: westportwriters.org/product-page/t…
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Giving a reading this Sunday at 7pm EST, in my living room as usual :-)
Join us for a Remote Instructor Reading featuring our new instructor! RSVP to join for free via Zoom. westportwriters.org/product-page/o…
Come join me this summer!
You still have time to register for one of our 6-week, 4-week, 1-week, or 1-day summer workshops. See all of your options and register on our website. Call our office if you need help choosing the right class for you! westportwriters.org
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You still have time to register for one of our 6-week, 4-week, 1-week, or 1-day summer workshops. See all of your options and register on our website. Call our office if you need help choosing the right class for you! westportwriters.org
I am so very excited to reveal the cover of my upcoming book -- Book 2 in my Sisters of War series, and a follow-up to Secrets of the Italian Island! I just love this cover! Coming in December! @WomenWriters @WestportWriters #historical #series #bookseries
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Write your #memoir this summer at the Westport Writers' Workshop! westportwriters.org/genre
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This online event is free and open to all! ⬇️
Join us for a Remote Instructor Reading featuring our new instructor! RSVP to join for free via Zoom. westportwriters.org/product-page/o…
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