The Art of Writing About Place

“Every story takes place somewhere,” says instructor Katharine Harer. “Images in poetry and stories often root us in distinct places. When we write about a place, and weave together our memories and observations, we create meaning beyond a road sign or a pin on a google map... more

Instructor: Katharine Harer

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Launch Your Writing Project

Do you think you’re ready to hone in on a writing project such as a novel, memoir, collection of stories or essays? Launch Your Writing Project will help you develop a long-form project in an environment that offers support, accountability and feedback appropriate to this mid-stage of the writing process... more

Instructor: Shelby Hinte

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Body Narratives

“Some of our most defining stories are about the things that have happened to our bodies,” says instructor Jennifer Lewis. “Whether adolescence, childbirth, aging or gender transitioning, each of us has experienced transformations that have shaped our character... more

Instructor: Jennifer Lewis

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Creative Writing 101: Awakening the Muse

"Writing begins in curiosity, an impulse toward discovery, a feeling that something wants to be expressed," instructor Jennifer Lewis says. "This class will give you the inspiration and encouragement you need to follow that impulse and to discover the stories that are already within you... more

Instructor: Jennifer Lewis

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Comedy Writing 101

“Comedy is fragile,” says instructor Kate Montgomery. “One extra word can ruin a laugh. But the truth is, just about anyone can be funny, once they know how it’s done... more

Instructor: Kate Montgomery

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Turn Your Fragments into Finished Works

If you’ve been writing for a while, especially if you’ve participated in Round Robin classes, you’ve likely amassed bits of stories, essays, and poems, promising pieces that you haven’t developed further or don’t quite know how to expand. In this 6-week class, we’ll build from those starts, fragments, and sketches to create more fully realized works of art... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Fall Round Robin Writing Group

Running concurrently with the Daily Write Round Robin, the Round Robin Writing Group will respond to your specific writing needs and interests, connect you with like-minded writers, and provide insights into process and craft... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Short and Sweet: Prose Poems, Flash Fiction and Mini-Memoirs

In this online class we'll look at examples of short pieces from practitioners such as Lydia Davis and Russell Edson, and we’ll explore how to incorporate techniques like free association and juxtaposition into our work. Then we'll write, share, and write some more... more

Instructor: Alison Luterman

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Creative Writing Workshop: The Process Is Everything

This online creative writing workshop will enable class members to deepen reflection on their own work, receive focused feedback from classmates and instructor, and inspire development toward class members’ finest hopes for their writing projects... more

Instructor: Kathy Garlick

October 11 - October 25
3 Saturdays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

San Francisco, CA

The Five Whys: Uncovering What Drives Your Writing

Whether you’re struggling with a story idea, debating a craft pursuit, or stuck in a project, this class will invite you to dig deep into the motivations, questions, and memories at the heart of your creative work... more
August 12 - September 09
5 Tuesdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

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