Are you a teen? Do you like writing? Then join us at The Muse Writers Center every second and fourth Monday for the Teen Writers Club! This casual meet-up is…

The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…

Do you take your fiction with a side of aliens, superheroes, dragons, or witches? Then this is the workshop for you! Together we will consider those elements of writing which are crucial to crafting compelling speculative stories, such as building our own worlds, extrapolating the fantastic from reality, and creating compelling non-human characters. In addition…

We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…

Find The Muse and WRITE NOW! Do you wonder if you can write? Have you always wanted to write a story? Are you looking for a little inspiration? Do you…

The Fiction Studio continues with returning members and new members with professional fiction workshop experience. We will actively write and revise original short stories and chapters of novels as well as consider various aspects of the creative and professional life of the fiction writer. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit…

Returning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunities focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step.

For comic writers and artists looking to hone their works in progress, this workshop will emphasize critique and accountability. While retaining an element of lecture from How to Write Comics & Graphic Novels, we will delve deeper into each student's comic project of choice, with the goal of polishing and revising our work.

The Advanced workshop will focus on the all-important revision process in screenwriting, with members sharing the successes and difficulties encountered in the scripting process for feature-length, short, or TV scripts. We will watch films and clips, read professional scripts and critique each other’s work in a spirit of encouragement and camaraderie. The Advanced section is…

This general creative writing class is an invitation to hone your unique writing voice in a creative and open atmosphere. You will have the unique opportunity to explore what you enjoy, be it fiction, creative nonfiction, and/or poetry. This multi-genre workshop is an excellent first writing class as well as a place for seasoned writers…

Unlock your creative potential with the Wednesday Wordsmiths at The Muse Writers Center! Join us every Wednesday from 5-7pm for an inspiring and collaborative writing experience. Whether you're a seasoned…

We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…

The fiction writing journey continues where Fiction 1 left off. Returning students and writers new to The Muse (who have fiction writing experience) will be encouraged to produce and submit original work for discussion by the group in the workshop format. In addition, participants will take a deeper look at the essential craft elements of…

Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…

You've been crafting poetry and you've successfully made use of several forms and styles. It's time to take a more critical look at what makes a poem appeal to a greater audience, and to consider what makes a poem a contender for publication. In Poetry Level 3, you'll have the opportunity for a more immersive…

The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…

Do you have an idea for a children’s book? This fiction workshop will focus on children’s picture books, chapter books, and middle grade novels. Drawing on her experience as an agented and traditionally-published children’s book author, the instructor will offer advice on the choices that should be made on form, genre, age category, and point-of-view…

This is it, the final push! As NaNoWriMo 2023 comes to a close, join us in person or on Zoom to finish up that 50k. We will be open right…

Join us for our monthly 1st Friday Writers Coffee Breaks at Cafe Stella in Ghent! At these informal get-togethers, area writers and Muse teachers, students, and friends enjoy conversation and…

Calling all queer writers! Join us every first Saturday in person at Eleanor's Norfolk from 10-11. This is a space to meet up with other local creatives, meet new friends,…

Many aspiring writers dream of seeing their words in print (or on the screen of an e-reader). But navigating the world of publishing can be deeply intimidating for those just starting out.  Led by an instructor with over ten years of experience in the publishing industry, this seminar will provide an overview of what the…

Writing creatively is a dream for many, but it can be difficult to find the time, confidence, and inspiration to get started. This encouraging workshop will serve as an introduction to the three major genres of creative writing (fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction) and will guide you through generative writing exercises designed to promote creativity. You’ll…

Images can be powerful, Words can be so meaningful and Zentangle can have a calming affect on all of us! Donna has created a fun and creative class for us this fall! This comes after completing a two-month art challenge she participated in this summer … where she incorporated all three of these creative ingredients…

This seminar will focus on second draft editing techniques to help refine and clarify narratives. This seminar will incorporate four different revision techniques aimed at refining the narrative voice, and telling your story clearly. Each of the 4 exercises will be introduced and explained and gradually help show a seminar attendee the clearest ways to…

Join The Muse Writers Center for a reading by Bill Ayres from his new collection, Jesus Poems. After the reading, there will be a Q&A and book signing. This event…

Join us at The Muse for our annual Holiday Party! We will have free festive refreshments at 6pm and an open mic beginning at 7 p.m! The Back Bay Astronomers…