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Workshops fill quickly - don't delay.
Workshops are kept small to allow writers to share and receive feedback on work at each meeting.
Questions? Call (203)227-3250 or email info@
westportwritersworkshop.com
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Adult Workshop Series
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with Suzanne Hoover Ph.D.
You are writing a novel ... and have worked hard to make that long-held goal come true ... READ MORE
8 Mondays, 1:30 to 4 p.m., beginning Jan. 14 F410
8 Tuesdays 1:30 to 4 p.m., beginning Jan. 15 F411 FILLED$520
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New: Ideal for the beginner
with Matt Debenham
Ready to take the plunge into the joyful world of fiction writing? No experience is required: just an imagination, stories waiting to be told, and willingness to learn the tools of the writer's craft ... READ MORE
8 Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, beginning Jan. 16 F101$495
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New date:
Ready to turn your ideas into stories that people want to read? This creative writing workshop will guide you surely and safely into the fiction writing life ... READ MORE
with Steve Otfinoski, MFA
8 Wednesdays, 7 to 9 p.m., beginning Jan. 16 F111$495
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with Matt Debenham, MFA
Gain more confidence while learning to avoid the pitfalls that keep fiction from reaching the next level... appropriate for novel or short story writers who are ready to take on more advanced techniques of fiction writing ... READ MORE
8 Tuesdays, 7 to 9:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 15 F210$495
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with Matt Debenham, MFA
Gain more confidence while learning to avoid the pitfalls that keep fiction from reaching the next level... appropriate for novel or short story writers who are ready to take on more advanced techniques of fiction writing ... READ MORE
8 Thursdays, 1 to 3 p.m., beginning Jan. 17 F211$495
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with Ann Haywood Leal
Writers of children's (for ages 8 to 12) fiction will learn how to create memorable characters and use story elements like setting, plot, and dialogue to set the stage for an engaging story ... READ MORE
8 Alternating Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 12 noon
beginning Jan. 12 C210 FILLED$495
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New focus:
For the novice as well as the most accomplished writer, how to go about structuring one's novel may also be the most difficult challenge faced ... READ MORE
with Sandra Rodriquez Barron
8 Tuesdays, 10 to 12 noon, beginning Jan. 15 F310
$495
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New
with Steve Otfinoski
This tight and challenging form of drama presents a wonderful opportunity for the unknown playwright to break onto the dramatic scene while honing the craft from the ground up... READ MORE
8 Mondays, 7 to 9 p.m. beginning Jan. 14 F130$495
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Writing About Your Life:Memoir/Personal Essay
with Jessica Bram
A craft-focused workshop in which to further explore the fascinating material generated by our own lives, in either the personal essay or memoir form ... READ MORE
8 Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m., beginning Jan. 15 M210$495
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New
Learn the technique and craft of writing informative research-based narrative such as the informational nonfiction book, feature article, or professional blog ... READ MORE
with Cathryn Prince
8 Wednesdays 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., beginning Jan. 16 N310$495
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Ready to complete your memoir or write compelling, well-crafted personal essays suitable for publication? A craft-focused workshop in which to further explore the fascinating material generated by our own lives, in either the personal essay or memoir form ... READ MORE
with Marcelle Soviero
8 Wednesdays 7 to 9 p.m., beginning Jan. 16 M110$495
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with Marcelle Soviero
Ready to complete your memoir or write compelling, well-crafted personal essays suitable for publication? A craft-focused workshop in which to further explore the fascinating material generated by our own lives, in either the personal essay or memoir form ... READ MORE
Thursdays, 10 to 12 noon, beginning Jan. 17 M111 FILLED
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Geared to the more advanced writer developing material intended for publication ... READ MORE
with Jessica Bram
8 Thursdays, 2 to 4 p.m., beginning Jan. 10 M410$495
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New: Suggested for more advanced writers
Ready to see your work in print? An intensive workshop geared to writers who are serious about writing and selling their first-person narratives ... READ MORE
Jessica Bram and Marcelle Soviero
6 Thursdays, 7 to 9 p.m., beginning Jan. 24 M420$425
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Do you have "a story that wants to be told" but no idea how to get started? This friendly, supportive workshop is ideal for beginners who wish to get started writing their memoirs for the first time ... READ MORE
with Marcelle Soviero
8 Fridays, 10 to 12 noon, beginning Jan. 18 M101$495
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Creativity Jumpstart
Brown Bag
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Join us every Monday
SPECIAL FREE INTRODUCTORY OFFER: No charge for any first-time participant during the month of January.
To get your creativity in gear for the week, we'll talk for 5 minutes, you'll write for the next 55 .... READ MORE
10 Mondays 12 to 1 pm, beginning Jan. 14 B100
$195 or $25 for single session walk-in
NOW FREE for WWW Members
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Special One -Time
Saturday Workshops
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We have assembled a winter program of exciting new Saturday offerings, in addition to repeats of our most popular workshops. Register now.
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The Healing Art of Writing
with Fran Dorf
If you're trying to turn your experience about trauma, loss, grief, or illness into memoir or fiction that can help others, don't miss this special half-day workshop facilitated by author and practicing psychotherapist ... READ MORE
Saturday, Jan. 19, 9 a.m. to 12 noon S700
$95
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Mother Writer: Finding Your Voice
with Marcelle Soviero
In a safe and nurturing atmosphere, learn how to make time to write, get your ideas on the page, and preserve those important moments of childhood in a way far better than any photo or video ... READ MORE
Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. S110
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Monday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m. to 12:30 pm S111
$75
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First the Research: How to Gather, Plan, and Organize Material for your Nonfiction Book
with Cathryn Prince
For anyone who wishes to gather material for a nonfiction work or family history, but isn't sure what to tackle first ... READ MORE
Saturday, Feb. 2, 9 a.m. to 12 noon S515
$125
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Very popular workshop
Blocked? How to Get Unstuck
with Marcelle Soviero
Learn practical strategies to jumpstart your writing and overcome writer's block in order to reach your writing goals ... READ MORE
Saturday, Feb. 16, 9 a.m. to 12 noon S520
$95
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with Victoria Amon
Gain a powerful career advantage by writing better emails, reports, correspondence, and executive summaries ... READ MORE
Saturday, Marc. 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. P200
$495
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New
Scene Building Workshop
with Matt Debenham
Learn to craft the basic building blocks of dramatic structure and write killer scenes ... READ MORE
Saturday, Mar. 16, 9 a.m. to 12 noon S505
$125
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From Page to Stage
with Jessica Bram, Ina Chadwick and C. William Bosch
A co-production of the Westport Writers' Workshop
For writers who want to take their work off the page and make it live through the increasingly popular medium of spoken word performance ... READ MORE
Saturday, Mar. 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (break for lunch)
$125 S410
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with Sandra Rodriguez Barron
Saturday, Mar. 30, 9 a.m. to 12 noon S501
$125
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with Suzanne Hoover, Ph.D.
Saturday, Apr. 6, 2 to 4:30 p.m. S606
$65
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with Marcelle Soviero, MFA
Saturday, Apr 27, 9 a.m. to 12 noon. S210
$125
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Need more information?
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Go to Westport Writers' Workshop for a complete description of all of our offerings, including special events, and to inquire about membership. Or call (203)227-3250 or email info@westportwritersworkshop.com. |
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