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Writing Workshops
Writing is more than putting thought to paper. Through writing you remember, explore and feel. You meet the stories that live inside of you, wanting to speak. In all of Joan's writing workshops, regardless of the focus, you learn how to position yourself in relation to your material so that the writing of it feels effortless and true. With Joan's writing method you expand awareness while writing and follow self prompts to find voice, story and meaning. See Calendar for details on specific workshops.
Joan's invitation to write has become an art form so gently entered that all who emerge from her sessions do so in awe of what they have expressed and learned. . . . Mary Winsky, Gainesville, VA
I was keenly aware of my progress over the weekend as I went to deeper and deeper places in my writing. I felt as if I were tapping into a stream of writing I had not been able to access before. . . . Sara Cope, Orlando, FL
In my workshop with Joan I learned how to listen while writing. . . Now, instead of focusing on the writing itself, I simply allow characters to tell me their stories. I strongly recommend one of Joan's workshops to anyone interested in writing. . . . Richard Herman, MD, Falmouth, ME |
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In general, workshops consist of short free-writing sessions and individualized prompts. Participants read aloud and give and receive feedback in a relaxed and supportive setting. Workshops are small (8-10 people), intensive and suitable for all levels of writers. Most workshops focus on the writing process itself rather than on participants' past or current work. As such, there are no prerequisites, nor is there an application process.