In this engaging two-and-a-half-hour workshop, we’ll explore how to blend the Hero’s Journey and Blake Snyder’s Beat Sheet to create a powerful, page-by-page outline for your novel. You’ll learn how to structure your story to maintain pacing, develop compelling characters, and craft a narrative that resonates. Perfect for writers looking to deepen their understanding of…

Are 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.…

You’ve written a great book, but the query letter/literary agent/publisher game isn’t your cup of tea. Have you considered self-publishing? With print-on-demand, it's easier than ever to get your book into print—and e-books are even easier! From platform choice to formatting and cover design, this workshop will answer your questions and walk you through the…

Writers 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.

In this multi-genre class, students will be given prompts and we will use class time to write together. Writers of all genres and all skill levels are encouraged to join in, and each student will be encouraged to create their own goal as to what they hope to get done on their current writing project.…

If you've got a draft you're working on and are looking for a hivemind of fellow writers to help steer your story in the direction you want it to go, then this workshop is for you! We'll be taking an author-first approach, giving supportive feedback that is mindful of each writer's intentions for their own…

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…

In this workshop, creative nonfiction and memoir writers will explore the genre of flash creative nonfiction (between 500 and 1,000 words). We will discuss and discover the many craft elements that make flash nonfiction an engaging, experimental and exciting genre! Every session we will generate and critique our small memoir and nonfiction stories and essays…

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 need a little creative motivation? Well, we believe that everyone has a story and everyone can write it. You just need some inspiration and motivation!…

Complete or revise your book-length manuscript in this intensive, 11-month fiction-writing studio. Led by critically acclaimed novelist Michele Young-Stone (Above Us Only Sky, Lost in the Beehive, and The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors), this advanced-level course is tailored for serious writers ready to take their craft to the next level. Meeting twice monthly, participants…

This free class is for members of the military community only: active duty, veterans, families, and caregivers. This exploratory workshop is designed for writers who want to develop their voice and learn more about craft. In each class, we’ll explore different aspects of voice by doing close readings to understand what works and complete exercises…

The level three screenwriting class of three

This fiction workshop offers a unique opportunity for four dedicated writers to develop and refine their work over four intensive sessions. Each participant will submit two longer pieces, up to 30,000 words each, allowing for in-depth exploration of two short stories or substantial sections of a novel. Through personalized feedback and group discussions, participants will…

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 wordsmith or just starting your literary journey, our group welcomes all. Bring your latest writings to share with fellow enthusiasts, or dive into our engaging…

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…

This course will walk writers through an outlining and revising process that can be applied to their next novel whether you’re a plotter or a pantser. We’ll not only look at basic character development and create an outline of your plot but will also consider the audience and marketing of your book so that you…

Embark on an immersive 11-month journey to craft your genre fiction manuscript with the guidance of Wendy Higgins, a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author renowned for her young adult and adult genre romance, including fantasy, paranormal, sci-fi, mythology, and contemporary works. With years of experience navigating the publishing world, Wendy has successfully…

This free class is for members of the military community only: active duty, veterans, families, and caregivers. 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…

Teen Fellowship Craft Class- Open to 2025 Teen Fellows.

Lights, camera, action! This workshop invites you to explore the exciting world of screenwriting. Learn how to craft compelling dialogue, plot engaging scenes, and create characters that leap off the page. Through interactive exercises and collaborative discussion, you’ll experiment with writing for film and TV, whether you’re a first-timer or looking to reignite your passion…

Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss…

Creative Writing for High School Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more!…

Weather has a reputation as the ultimate small talk topic. It’s so obvious and so changeable that it has become the thing we reach for when we have nothing else to say. But weather’s omnipresence and the constant fluctuations of the seasons also make for great places to start a poem. Our responses to the…

In this multi-session workshop, we will take a deep dive into the tropes that define fantasy storytelling, examining their origins, evolution, and potential for reinvention. Through discussion, analysis, and creative exercises, we’ll unravel classic elements such as dragons, wizards, and epic quests, challenging conventional narratives to uncover fresh perspectives and untold stories. Participants will engage…

The Young Writers Workshop explores a wide variety of genres and topics, including poetry, fiction, comics, and songwriting! During class, students engage their creative expression through various prompts, exercises, in-class writing sessions, and opportunities to share their work. All forms of creative writing are welcome. This course is open to all young writers in 3rd…

According to Joan Didion, “We tell ourselves stories in order to live.” Memoir distills lived experience into meaning, but how do we recognize the moments that matter? In this workshop, we will focus on the turning point--those pivotal moments when our perspective, identity, or world shifts in an irrevocable way. Turning points are the catalysts…

More and more, fantasy readers are becoming invested not only in the compelling characters and fantastical locations of their favorite stories but the physical rules of the worlds those stories take place in. And with the popularity of authors like Brandon Sanderson and genres like LitRPG, more and more readers are clamoring for interesting, complex…

Simply put, Southern Literature is complex—not Scarlett O’Hara’s plantation or Faulkner’s Yoknapatawpha County, but both. Recently, this traditional Southern Gothic literature has given way to Southern Noir, complete with sex, violence, and bad choices, as seen in works by S. A. Cosby. Another popular new genre is Grit Lit. Set in small towns with hard…