Upcoming Workshops

Distillation and Transplantation: A Guide to Processing Trauma through Fiction

Jan. 2026 - Mar. 2026

This six-week fiction course teaches writers of all skill levels how to transform lived experiences into publishable stories. Through guided exercises, participants will practice distilling emotions from adversity and transplanting them into new characters, settings, and plots. Writers will leave with fresh techniques for creating fiction that feels both authentic and original.

"Incredibly helpful in strengthening my writing process!"

"Knowledgeable, patient and kind!"

"Perfect amount of information and encouragement..."

"Very enjoyable and informative!"

"Clear expectations, gives meaningful feedback, and always willing to help!"

✦ "Incredibly helpful in strengthening my writing process!" ✦ "Knowledgeable, patient and kind!" ✦ "Perfect amount of information and encouragement..." ✦ "Very enjoyable and informative!" ✦ "Clear expectations, gives meaningful feedback, and always willing to help!" ✦

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Past Workshops

June 2025


Healing Through Writing

June 7th, 2025
Writers SA
State Library of South Australia

A Guide to Processing Trauma through Fiction

May 31st, 2025
Black Fox Literary Magazine
Online, Synchronous


May 2025