Our stories and skits and verses go from idea to publication or performance as we take them through a process of invention, writing, feedback, revision, and editing. Classes include learning helpful and important writers' techniques, writing through prompts and games (including field trips), imitation of example works, and support in working on individual projects. Writing […]
Join our lively discussions every other month at Valley Manor with facilitators who teach at Writers & Books. Valley Manor is located at 1570 East Avenue in Rochester.
Ages: 12-15 Whether you aspire to write fantasy, science fiction, historical, or contemporary realist novels, you’ll want to develop the skills and discover the tools that successful novelists use to bring their stories to life from intriguing beginnings to satisfying conclusions. We will focus on choosing point of view; developing complex characters, compelling setting, and […]
Ages: 9-12 Percy Jackson is mighty with his sword; his creator, Rick Riordan, is mighty with his pen. Try the writing methods Riordan used to weave a siren spell on you! Prepare by reading the first book of the series, The Lightning Thief. We will mine it for models of how to develop vivid characters, […]
You know you want to write regularly—for your sanity, for your soul, to understand your own mind, to get a desired project completed, or to fulfill your dream or destiny as a writer—but something is getting in the way. Each session we will gather and write, explore techniques for carving out time and silencing inner […]
You know you want to write regularly—for your sanity, for your soul, to understand your own mind, to get a desired project completed, or to fulfill your dream or destiny as a writer—but something is getting in the way. Each session we will gather and write, explore techniques for carving out time and silencing inner […]
(MORNINGS: for ages 12-15) Whether you aspire to write fantasy, science fiction, historical, or contemporary realist novels, you’ll want to develop the skills and discover the tools that successful novelists use to bring their stories to life from intriguing beginnings to satisfying conclusions. We will focus on choosing point of view; developing complex characters, compelling […]
(ALL DAY: for ages 9-12) Percy Jackson is mighty with his sword; his creator, Rick Riordan, is mighty with his pen. Try the writing methods Riordan used to weave a siren spell on you! Prepare by reading the first book of the series, The Lightning Thief. We will mine it for models of how to […]
Member price: $132 Deadline to register: February 10, 11:59 pm February 17 - 19 Instructor: Wendy Low Ages 10 - 13 “We all—adults and children, writers and readers—have an obligation to daydream.” —Neil Gaiman Good at daydreaming? Writing fiction is one place to apply your talent! You can experience the world through the senses of […]
Member Price: $15 Deadline to Register: May 6, 5 pm Instructor: Wendy Low AGES 10-13 • drop-in session • Learn how you can translate your imagination into stories on the page.
Member Price: $15 Deadline to Register: May 13, 5 pm Instructor: Wendy Low AGES 10-13 • drop-in session • What makes a new fictional world feel real to us readers? Answer questions that help a writer develop a believable world.
Member Price: $15 Deadline to Register: May 20, 5 pm Instructor: Wendy Low AGES 10-13 • drop-in session • Find out what makes a good, well-rounded main character and work to develop one.
Unless otherwise noted, SummerWrite camps are offered as 5-session experiences, Monday - Friday. Member Price: $125 Deadline to Register: July 6, 11:59 PM Instructor: Wendy Low Age Group: 12-14 Whether you aspire to write fantasy, science fiction, historical, or contemporary realist novels, you’ll want to develop the skills and discover the tools that successful fiction […]
Unless otherwise noted, SummerWrite camps are offered as 5-session experiences, Monday - Friday. Member Price: $125 Deadline to Register: August 2, 5 PM Instructor: Wendy Low Age Group: 10-13 Everything seems normal…on first appearance. Your main character seems like just another kid, with the usual hopes and anxieties, off to just another summer day camp, […]
Unless otherwise noted, SummerWrite camps are offered as 5-session experiences, Monday - Friday. Member Price: $128 Deadline to Register: August 9, 5 PM Instructor: Wendy Low Age Group: 9-12 Percy Jackson is mighty with his sword; his creator, Rick Riordan, is mighty with his pen. Try the writing methods Riordan uses to weave a siren […]
Member Price: $72 Ages 10-13 | 4 Sessions: October 7, 14, 21, 28 Deadline to Register: October 7, 12 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Are stories constantly running through your head? Get them out and onto paper! Discover the tools and develop the skills that successful fiction writers use to bring their stories to life. Exchange […]
Workshops are conducted EST via Zoom, a virtual platform that allows you to participate in exercises and contribute to group conversation. To participate, please register by the deadline using the ticket portal below, or go to Scholarships. Zoom links are emailed to registered participants as follows: Morning and Noon Workshops: Link is sent on the […]
Workshops are conducted EST via Zoom, a virtual platform that allows you to participate in exercises and contribute to group conversation. To participate, please register by the deadline using the ticket portal below, or go to Scholarships. Zoom links are emailed to registered participants as follows: Morning and Noon Workshops: Link is sent on the […]
Member Price: $72 4 Sessions - Wednesdays: January 6, 13, 20, 27 Deadline to Register: January 6, 12 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Are stories constantly running through your head? Get them out and onto paper! Discover the tools and develop the skills that successful fiction writers use to bring their stories to life. Exchange story […]
Member Price: $54 3 Sessions - Wednesdays: February 3, 10, 24 Deadline to Register: February 3, 12 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Are stories constantly running through your head? Get them out and onto paper! Discover the tools and develop the skills that successful fiction writers use to bring their stories to life. Exchange story ideas […]
Member Price: $72 4 Sessions - Wednesdays: March 3, 10, 17, 24 Deadline to Register: March 3, 12 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Are stories constantly running through your head? Get them out and onto paper! Discover the tools and develop the skills that successful fiction writers use to bring their stories to life. Exchange story […]
Member Price: $110 6 Sessions, 1 hours Wednesdays, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12 Ages: 10 - 12 Deadline to Register: April 7, 12 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Do stories constantly run through your head? Get them out and onto paper! This weekly gathering online will give you fresh ideas and creative […]
Member Price: $125 SummerWrite Week 2 July 19 - 23 5 Sessions, 3 hours Ages: 12- 14 Deadline to Register: July 12, 11:59 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Whether you aspire to write fantasy, science fiction, historical, or contemporary realist novels, you’ll want to develop the skills and discover the tools that successful fiction writers use […]
Member Price: $125 SummerWrite Week 4 August 2 - 6 5 Sessions, 2.5 hours Ages: 8 - 11 Deadline to Register: July 26, 11:59 pm Instructor: Wendy Low Percy Jackson is mighty with his sword; his creator, Rick Riordan, is mighty with his pen. Experiment with the writing methods Riordan uses to weave a siren […]
