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SUMMARY:Int/Adv Fiction
DESCRIPTION:Seven Monday Sessions \n10 AM – 12:30 PM EST \nDates: 4/6 – 6/1 (OFF 4/13 & 5/25) \n  \nThe most successful writers have a network of peers weighing in on their manuscripts and\, more generally\, pulling for them. In my class\, I seek to create this same nurturing\, collaborative atmosphere. Each week\, you’ll share a brief excerpt of up to five double-spaced pages from an ongoing project — a novel or short story — and I’ll lead a constructive discussion of the manuscript\, highlighting its positive aspects and suggesting ways to improve it. If time allows\, there may also be general discussions of craft and some in-class writing.   Open to writers who have had at least a year of previous workshop experience and who are working on a novel or short stories. \n  \nIn this class\, writers can expect: \n\nTo gain new insights into what you’re doing well in terms of craft\nTo identify what aspects of your work you might strengthen\nTo refine your narrative arc\nTo find a nurturing atmosphere with like-minded peers\nTo learn about different approaches to the writing and editing process\n\n 
URL:https://westportwriters.org/event/int-adv-fiction-2/
LOCATION:Westport Writers’ Workshop Headquarters\, 25 Sylvan Road South\, Unit J\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Multi-Week Workshop
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SUMMARY:Anatomy of a Novel
DESCRIPTION:Seven Tuesday Sessions \n10 – 12 EST \nDates: 4/7 – 5/26 (OFF 4/14) \n  \nThis class will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of writing a novel\, no matter what the genre. Bring your in-progress fiction manuscript\, brainstorm an idea in class\, or start a new project during the session. Students are welcome to share up to four pages (2\,000 words) per week of their fiction for positive feedback in a supportive setting\, though sharing your work is not required. \n  \nThis class is ideal for people who: \n\nAre writing or want to write a novella or novel in any genre.\nAre interested in learning about the craft elements of novel-writing\, including story arc\, structure of scenes\, dialogue\, backstory\, point of view\, characterization\, pacing\, plotting\, and more.\nWant to write new words in their project or revise an existing project.\nAre beginning or intermediate writers\, or are advanced writers new to novel-writing.\n\n  \nWhat you will take from this class: \n\nInspiration to continue to work on your project.\nConfidence to finish your work in progress\, revise your manuscript\, or start a new work.\nDeeper understanding of the craft elements of writing a novel.\n\n  \nTestimonials: \n“For serious writers who seek an opportunity to learn the craft and how to apply the tools of the trade to the greatest extent possible in a four-week session\, definitely take this workshop! You can’t help but improve on skills and creativity. You will come out with a much better understanding of the process than before and leave with a stocked toolbox.”  – P.G. \n“Anatomy of a Novel presents some basics of writing fiction that I haven’t found elsewhere\, or that just haven’t clicked before. It has been enormously valuable. I’m actually writing a story now! ” – L.O.
URL:https://westportwriters.org/event/anatomy-of-a-novel-3/
LOCATION:Westport Writers’ Workshop Headquarters\, 25 Sylvan Road South\, Unit J\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Multi-Week Workshop
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SUMMARY:Just Write & Revise
DESCRIPTION:Seven Thursday Sessions \n10:00-12:00pm EST \nDates: 4/9 – 5/28 (OFF 4/16) \n  \nThis workshop is for writers who want to write to prompts as well as learn tools to take these freewrites to the next level. Along with having the option to share in-class prompts\, students will be encouraged to write more outside of class for more constructive feedback. Prompts include stories\, poems\, novel excerpts\, artwork\, photography\, film clips\, and more. Deeper craft lessons will be woven through feedback provided during each meeting. Writers may choose to share freewrites or work from home for feedback. \n  \n In this class\, you can expect:· \n  \n\nA warm\, supportive environment.\nWeekly follow-up emails with additional stories and essays\, as well as more prompts to play with in between workshops.\nGuidance about the writer’s life – including thoughts on how to get unstuck\, and how to silence the critic\nDirection for how to revise freewrites and shape them into finished pieces.
URL:https://westportwriters.org/event/just-write-revise/
LOCATION:Westport Writers’ Workshop Headquarters\, 25 Sylvan Road South\, Unit J\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
CATEGORIES:Multi-Week Workshop
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SUMMARY:Midlife Writers’ Workshop: Second Chapters
DESCRIPTION:Five Thursday Sessions \n3 – 5 EST \nDates: 4/30 – 5/28 \n  \nMidlife arrives in many forms. Sometimes the change is welcome. A chance to reflect\, recharge\, and reconnect with who you were before your career\, your family\, and your responsibilities. Other times\, the change is uninvited. The loss of a job\, the end of a relationship\, a health scare\, or the quiet that follows when children leave home. \nThe workshop is for anyone navigating this next chapter of life—whether you’re seeking meaning in a transition\, ready to share your story\, or simply looking for time to create. In this workshop\, we honor both the challenges and opportunities that come with midlife and explore them through writing. Whether you’re writing for the first time\, imagining a new story\, or wanting to capture your own\, this class offers a welcoming\, supportive environment to grow as a writer. We’ll read and write both fiction and non-fiction/memoir. \nWhat you can expect: \n\nEncouragement to start\, revise\, or complete your work-in-progress\nGenerative prompts to get you going or keep you inspired\nInsight into craft elements like character\, structure\, plot\, pacing\, and dialogue\nWeekly writing goals and readings in fiction and nonfiction\nRespectful\, engaging discussions of participants’ work\nThoughtful feedback in a warm\, inclusive community
URL:https://westportwriters.org/event/midlife-writers-workshop-second-chapters-2/
LOCATION:Westport Writers’ Workshop Headquarters\, 25 Sylvan Road South\, Unit J\, Westport\, 06880\, United States
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