Join us for this five-week online workshop. Write to inspiring prompts, get insightful feedback and connect with a supportive community of writers.
Online WORKSHOP
Friday, July 28 – Friday, August 25, 2023
Each Friday, 6:00-8:00pm EDT
Led by Eric Bell
Limited to 12 participants
Always wanted to write a story, but never felt like you could? Writing regularly and feeling stuck? Writing is one of the most fulfilling means of expression, but if you dread the act of sitting down and putting words together, you might never finish the stories you were meant to tell. In this five-week online workshop, you’ll spend each class engaging in fun exercises to broaden your ideas of what you can do with your fiction, nonfiction or memoir. Through writing prompts, music and improv games (though you’ll never have to do anything you’re uncomfortable with!), you will rejuvenate your writing process, so the next time a voice in your head says you can’t write, you prove it wrong. Come to this workshop with an open mind and good humor.
“Eric Bell was amazing and knowledgeable—a great choice for an instructor! He did a wonderful job of organizing the materials for the class. I learned so much from the information he shared and from participating in the writing prompts. I even learned from listening to the writing prompt results of my fellow classmates. I’m glad I participated.”
~ Julie, Michigan City, IN
FACULTY
Workshop Leader
Eric Bell (he/him) is the author of Alan Cole is Not a Coward (Katherine Tegen Books/HarperCollins, 2017) and Alan Cole Doesn’t Dance (Katherine Tegen Books/HarperCollins, 2018), two middle grade novels about a gay seventh grade boy dealing with bullies, crushes, the power of art and coming out. The first book was nominated to the Rainbow Book List for GLBTQ Books for Children and Teens. The books have also been translated into multiple languages. Eric is also featured in the queer middle grade short story anthology This is Our Rainbow: 16 Stories of Her, Him, Them, and Us (Knopf). Eric is a teacher of writing classes, a virtual workshop leader, a freelance editor and writing coach and an employee at a library. He lives and writes in Pennsylvania.
“The energy is always palpable. It’s lovely to see familiar faces and meet new folks.”
~ Helen, Haddon Heights, NJ
How It Works
Schedule
The course will be held over Zoom for five Fridays, 6:00-8:00pm EDT:
- Friday, July 28
- Friday, August 4
- Friday, August 11
- Friday, August 18
- Friday, August 25
Each week’s materials will be made available beforehand so you have a chance to review them ahead of time.
You will receive further details about each deadline and assignment once you enroll in the course.
technical requirements
Materials for the course will be shared using a free online platform called Canvas. You will need a computer or tablet and internet access in order to use Canvas. You will also need access to word processing software (e.g., Microsoft Word).
To fully participate in the weekly Zoom sessions, you will need access to a webcam and microphone. Those built in to a laptop, tablet or smart phone will do.
Pricing + Registration
Tuition — SLIDING SCALE: $350-$450
Tuition for this program is based on a sliding scale between $350 and $450. If you are able to pay at the higher end of the scale, you will help Murphy Writing offer affordable programming and scholarships for writers.
Tuition INCLUDEs
- A curated selection of readings, craft notes and prompts to inspire you each week
- Access to a private space for sharing your writing with your workshop leader and fellow participants
- Five 2-hour Zoom calls with your workshop leader and fellow participants
If you have trouble registering online, or if you don’t receive an email confirming your online registration within 24 hours, email us at info@murphywriting.com.
The Fine Print
- By registering for this program, you are agreeing to uphold our Code of Conduct
- Full fee due upon registration
Cancellation Policy
- By July 21 — 50% credit on file toward one of our upcoming programs
- After July 21 — No credit or refund
“I generated so much work in only five sessions. The assigned readings inspired and broadened my writing and creative methods.”
~ Kate, New York, NY
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I’m new to writing workshops. Will I fit in?
Absolutely! Our experienced workshop leaders plan their courses to benefit both beginning and experienced writers. We pride ourselves on building an encouraging community of writers where all feel welcome.
I’ve taken dozens of workshops. What will I get out of this one?
Our faculty challenges experienced writers to push beyond their usual limits. If you have been writing for decades, they will compel you to go deeper, take more risks and experiment with form and content. We know that experienced writers benefit from our programs based on the fact that hundreds of “re-PETERs” have attended three or more of our writing getaways.
I’ve never taken an online workshop before. Do I need special equipment?
No. If you’re reading this website, you probably have everything you need to take this course. You can participate using a laptop or desktop computer, or even a tablet or smart phone.
meet our community
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Questions?
Call 609-626-3594 or email info@murphywriting.com.
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