Fiction Genre Certificate Summer Intensive (Morning Edition)
Online or at The MuseA fast-paced, 12-week experience for writers ready to dive deep into the craft of fiction. Complete our three-part certificate series of classes and graduation reading in less than 3 months, guiding you through every stage of fiction writing—from foundational elements like plot, character, and setting to advanced techniques in revision, voice, and worldbuilding. With a…
Writers Happy Hour
Join us for our Third Thursday Writers Happy Hour, an in-person, informal get-together where area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation, camaraderie, and drinks. Feel free to let us know you’re coming on Facebook. We look forward to seeing your faces! January 9, 2025 (Please Note this is the 2nd Thursday. January…
Not Ready For Workshop Writers Club
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesWriters will read about six minutes of something they have written, then receive gentle feedback from other members of the club. Ages 18 and up. All levels of writing experience. Writers will meet in the auditorium, at the rear of the the Muse. Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83563196776?pwd=EeNmZfhYMH8YSaCIHc4SpuUy6OVlCf.1
Writing for TV
Online or at The MuseDo you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
Norfolk Word Art Show
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesWelcome to the Norfolk Word Art Show! This monthly open mic takes place at The Muse Writers Center every third Friday, with a different featured performer each month to kick things off. Sign up to share any original written words - material from poets, songwriters, comedians, and playwrites. If you can write it, we would…
Midsommar at the Naro Theater
Naro Expanded Cinema (1507 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, United States)Midsommar comes to the Naro big screen for a Summer Solstice Flashback on Friday, June 20, 2025. We’ll have plenty of boozy beverages available, with proceeds benefiting The Muse Writers Center’s scholarship funds. As always, all alcohol sales are CASH only–please hit the ATM beforehand. We’ll also have plenty of other goodies, theater snacks, and…
A-Z 26 Steps for Emerging Writers
OnlineEmerging writers need encouragement. Staying motivated is a challenge. The 26 practical tips and insights presented in this workshop will help new authors learn to be consistent, confident, and capable in their writing, while stretching and building their creative muscles.
Prose and Cons
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesAre you looking for a place to build your writing craft muscles or assistance getting your latest project unstuck? Join us for Prose and Cons, where we’ll dive into the nitty gritty of discussing what makes a book tick, share our favorite tips and tricks, and do roundtable brainstorms to help get misbehaving manuscripts back…
Overcoming Writing Anxiety
OnlineWhat happens when you see that blank screen? Does your heart start skipping beats? Do you breathe heavily with fear? You're not alone! Writing anxiety plagues a lot of writers. In this workshop, you'll learn about the differences between writing anxiety and writer's block, the causes of writing anxiety, and ways to counter it when…
Writing the Body: A Poetry Workshop
Online or at The MuseWe speak of the heart of the matter, of having butterflies in our stomach, of someone being the backbone of their community, of hitting a raw nerve— In our daily speech and across a variety of disciplines including poetry, there is widespread use of metaphors grounded in or pertaining to the body. In recent years,…
Writing Christian Devotionals
Online or at The MuseLearn the art of creating powerful, concise devotionals for the Christian market that connect biblical wisdom with everyday life experiences. We will discuss the unique structure and tone of effective devotional writing and explore publication opportunities for your devotional work. Learn to write compelling devotionals that resonate with readers seeking spiritual encouragement.
THE SCRIBES: A CLUB FOR 18-25 YEAR OLD WRITERS
The Muse Writers Center 2200 Colonial Avenue, #3, Norfolk, VA, United StatesAre you a young adult, college student or otherwise, looking to meet fellow writers? Then join us every2nd and 4th Sunday from 4-6PM to write, socialize, and eat snacks. Each meeting will have a critique section, as well as time to write and share. Open to anyone 18-25 interested in any form of creative writing.…