{"product_id":"presidents-day-personal-essay-writing-workshop-online","title":"Personal Essay Writing Workshop: Presidents' Day Online Retreat with Samantha Mann and Elizabeth Teets on Monday, February 15th, 2027","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMonday, February 15th, 2027\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClass will meet for a full-day intensive via Zoom from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🌍 \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Times by Time Zone: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eLos Angeles (PST): 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM \/ Chicago (CST): 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM \/ New York (EST): 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM \/ London (GMT): 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM \/ Berlin (CET): 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAny questions about this class? Use the Chat Button to talk with us. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor Elizabeth\u003cspan\u003e Teets \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eis an Oregon-born writer, comedian, screenwriter, and fashionista. \u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003eShe is the author of \u003cem\u003eI Blame Television: Essays on the Pop Culture that Raised, Ruined, and Enraptured Me\u003c\/em\u003e (2026), and her work has appeared in the \u003cem\u003eLos Angeles Times, the New York Times, Repeller, Catapult, Reductress,\u003c\/em\u003e and more.\u003c\/span\u003e Elizabeth lives in Los Angeles, and is the editor of the film anthology\u003cem\u003e Isn’t She Great: Writers on Women Led Comedies from 9 to 5 to Booksmart\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor Samantha Mann\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is a Brooklyn-based writer covering queer life, popular culture, mental health, and motherhood. She is a contributing writer for \u003cem\u003eVogue \u003c\/em\u003eand \u003cem\u003eThe Cut\u003c\/em\u003e. She has written for the \u003cem\u003eNew York Times, Elle, Today Show, Huffington Post, Bon Appetit, Bustle, Washington Post Magazine, Romper, BUST\u003c\/em\u003e, and others. Her essay, \"The Orgasm Gap and DJ Khaled,\" was featured in Roxane Gay's newsletter, \u003cem\u003eThe Audacity\u003c\/em\u003e. Samantha is the author of the essay collection, \u003cem\u003ePutting Out: Essays on Otherness\u003c\/em\u003e. In 2023, Putting Out was added to CLMP's recommended reading list for Women's History Month. Samantha edited and curated the anthology, \u003cem\u003eI Feel Love: Notes on Queer Joy\u003c\/em\u003e. Buzzfeed Book Review said, \"This is the perfect collection for readers looking to appreciate and celebrate the many talented writers within the LGBTQIA+ community.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this class for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis personal essay writing workshop is designed for writers ready to transform lived experience into compelling, publishable work. Whether you're working on standalone essays, developing a memoir project, or simply want to deepen your nonfiction craft, this intensive is for you. All levels welcome: from emerging writers to those seeking to refresh their practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003ePersonal Essay Bootcamp is a full-day immersive online writing class that blends generative writing, craft instruction, revision techniques, and industry insight into one transformative Presidents Day retreat. You'll spend the holiday doing what you love—writing—guided by two accomplished essayists whose work has appeared in major publications from Vogue to the New York Times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe day begins with Elizabeth Teets leading you through generative prompts designed to mine your life for essay material, followed by dedicated writing time to develop new pages. In the afternoon, Samantha Mann will guide you through a craft workshop focused on writing the sensory world and exploring different essay formats—helping you find the right container for your story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYou'll also participate in a revision seminar on crafting scenes that seduce the reader, learning how to create immersive sensory experiences while braiding in a larger thesis. The day concludes with a pitch workshop and an industry Q\u0026amp;A covering personal branding, publishing pathways, and your burning questions. This creative writing course offers rare access to two working writers who know the landscape of publishing personal essays today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the writing goals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIn this course, students will generate new essay material through guided prompts and dedicated writing time. You'll explore multiple essay formats and identify which container best serves your story. Within two weeks after class, you will receive written feedback from both Elizabeth and Samantha on your work—personalized guidance to help you move your essays toward publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOURSE OUTLINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e9:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Mine Your Life – The Art of the Personal Essay (Elizabeth Teets) Generative prompts designed to excavate essay material from lived experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e11:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Write Time \/ Lunch Dedicated time to develop new pages and let ideas simmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Craft Workshop (Samantha Mann) Writing the sensory world and exploring essay formats—review three different containers and discover how each could be useful depending on your story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e2:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Writing Break Continue developing your work independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e3:00 PM – 4:00 PM: Revision Workshop – Writing Scenes That Seduce the Reader (Samantha Mann) Learn to create sensory experiences that keep readers engaged. Focus on taking readers into your unique world while braiding scenes with an overarching thesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e4:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Pitch Better Workshop (Samantha Mann) Craft compelling pitches for your essays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e4:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Personal Branding \u0026amp; Industry Talk (Elizabeth Teets \u0026amp; Samantha Mann) Insights on building your platform and navigating the publishing world, plus open Q\u0026amp;A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOURSE TAKEAWAYS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFresh essay pages generated through guided prompts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUnderstanding of multiple essay formats and how to choose the right container for your story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTechniques for writing sensory, immersive scenes that engage readers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRevision strategies for braiding scene with thesis\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003ePitch development skills for submitting your work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eIndustry insights on personal branding and the publishing landscape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eWritten feedback from both instructors within two weeks of class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAYMENT OPTIONS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTuition is $199 USD. You can pay for the course in full or use Shop Pay or Affirm to pay over time with equal Monthly Payments. Both options are available at checkout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstructors: Elizabeth Teets and Samantha Mann\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMonday, February 15th, 2027 (Presidents' Day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClass will meet for a full-day intensive via Zoom from 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTuition is $199 USD\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Writing Workshops Org","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47852541640952,"sku":null,"price":349.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/3917\/4532\/files\/PersonalEssayBootcamp_TransformYourLifeIntoCompellingEssays.png?v=1785144910","url":"https:\/\/writingworkshops.com\/en-nz\/products\/presidents-day-personal-essay-writing-workshop-online","provider":"Writing Workshops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}