by Writing Workshops Staff
A month ago
Writing can be one of the most solitary crafts. Many of us understand the quiet intensity of staring at a blank page, the struggle to find the right words, and the uncertainty of whether our work will ever find its audience. But what if you didn't have to navigate this journey alone?
From Wilderness to Community
At WritingWorkshops.com, our mission is beautifully simple: to bring your writing out of the wilderness and into community. Founded in 2016 by Blake Kimzey, our creative writing school has become a home for over 25,000 writers who are serious about their craft.
What makes us different? We believe that literary community isn't just a nice addition to a writer's life—it's essential. It's the difference between occasional writing and developing a sustainable practice that leads to publication and recognition.
Learn from the Best in the Industry
When you join a WritingWorkshops.com program, you're not just signing up for a class—you're gaining mentors who have achieved the very goals you're striving toward. Our instructors include National Book Award and Pulitzer finalists, New York Times bestsellers, and contributors to elite publications like The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and The New York Times.
These aren't distant figures dispensing advice from ivory towers. They're active, working writers who understand today's publishing landscape and are invested in your growth. Our global platform allows us to bring these exceptional instructors directly to you, no matter where you are.
A Program for Every Writer's Journey
Your writing path is unique, and our offerings reflect that reality:
- Online Writing Workshops: Intimate, focused classes where every voice matters
- IndieMFA Programs: A rigorous alternative to traditional MFA experiences
- Destination Writing Retreats: Immersive creative experiences in locations like Tuscany, Paris, Iceland, and Hawaii
- Individual Consultations: One-on-one guidance tailored to your specific needs
Whether you're drafting your first short story or polishing your third novel, we have a place for you. Our intentionally small class sizes ensure that you receive personalized attention and meaningful feedback.
Results That Speak Volumes
The proof is in what our students achieve. WritingWorkshops.com alumni have:
- Signed with literary agents
- Published books
- Been accepted to prestigious MFA programs like Iowa Writers' Workshop and The Michener Center
- Received fellowships from Tin House Workshop and The Vermont Studio Center
- Won significant literary awards
As an official education partner of Electric Literature, we've been featured in in Literary Hub, The London Review of Books, Winning Writers, New Pages, Poets&Writers, Book Riot, The Association of Writers & Writing Programs (AWP), Forbes, The Dallas Morning News, San Francisco Chronicle, and numerous other respected publications.
More Than a Workshop—A Writing Life
What happens when your workshop ends? At WritingWorkshops.com, the community continues. We take your writing seriously—not just during our time together, but in preparing you to find readers beyond the workshop.
Many writers discover that joining a community is the catalyst that transforms their relationship with writing. It's the moment they begin to take their craft more seriously, to see themselves as writers with something valuable to say.
If you're ready to step out of the wilderness and into a supportive, challenging community of fellow writers, we hope you'll consider taking your next step with us. Your writing journey deserves companions who understand both the struggles and the joys of creative work.
Come join us at WritingWorkshops.com—we're saving you a seat.
