Generative Writing Archives - The Writing Salon

Daily Write June Round Robin

Jane Underwood had a unique vision when she developed the Round Robin class. By combining several elements—partnering, repetition, practice, feedback, and dedication—she created not just a writing course, but an actual community, one that has continued and grown for over a decade... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Daily Write Round Robin

Jane Underwood had a unique vision when she developed the Round Robin class. By combining several elements—partnering, repetition, practice, feedback, and dedication—she created not just a writing course, but an actual community, one that has continued and grown for over a decade... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Let’s Get Real: Writing with Authenticity, Passion and Vulnerability

Instructor Elaine Beale says, “The best writers create stories that resonate long after a reader has finished the final page. To do this, you have to be willing to go the places that may feel uncomfortable or complicated, to be both brave and curious... more

Instructor: Elaine Beale

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Write Now!: Salon Saturdays

For 25 years, The Writing Salon has used the power of writing prompts to coax out writers’ work in its raw form—work that would later become novels, personal essays, poems. Write Now! will showcase a Writing Salon teacher’s favorite paths to the source of inspiration... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Write Now!: Salon Saturdays

For 25 years, The Writing Salon has used the power of writing prompts to coax out writers’ work in its raw form—work that would later become novels, personal essays, poems. Write Now! will showcase a Writing Salon teacher’s favorite paths to the source of inspiration... more

Instructor: David Jacobson

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Write Now!: Salon Saturdays

For 25 years, The Writing Salon has used the power of writing prompts to coax out writers’ work in its raw form—work that would later become novels, personal essays, poems. Write Now! will showcase a Writing Salon teacher’s favorite paths to the source of inspiration... more

April 05

1 Saturday, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 12:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Creative Practice: Cultivating a Writing Routine That Works for You

“Writing is a way to engage deeply and meaningfully with the world so that life does not just simply pass us by,” says Shelby Hinte. “Writing is a way to linger and dissect the moments that might otherwise evade us. But as busy adults, how do we find time to write... more

Instructor: Shelby Hinte

June 01 - June 22

3 Weeks

All Day

Berkeley Meetup

Occurring on a seasonal basis, Writing Salon meetups are designed to provide an intentional and facilitated space to help you keep a finger on your own creative pulse. At the same time, you'll have the opportunity to engage with a community of other like-minded writers... more

April 12

1 Saturday, (Pacific Time)

2:00pm - 3:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Creating a Writing Practice

“In my years as a writer and teacher but especially as director of The Writing Salon, I’ve wondered how other writers build and sustain their writing practice," says Ben Jackson. "While there’s no one magic formula that works for everyone, I’ve found there are particular components that lead to ongoing passion, productivity, and purpose... more

February 01

1 Saturday, (Pacific Time)

10:00am - 1:00pm

Berkeley, CA

Raw Writing

In this 3-week version of The Writing Salon's Raw Writing series, David will lead you through prompts and exercises that indulge your senses, tickle your intellect, and mine your memory. You'll engage in writing exercises using your favorite pieces of literature, music, and other art forms... more

February 06 - February 20

3 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Berkeley, CA