Writing Workshops
CWC Writing Workshops are open to people of all abilities and educational backgrounds who want to use writing for practical needs, civic engagement and personal expression. Learn more and register below.
Register for Writing WorkshopsSpring 2026 Workshops
Flash Fiction
1-part workshop
Tuesday, January 13, 6-8 pm
Ready to spin a yarn in a flash?
In this hands-on workshop, you'll dive into the dynamic world of flash fiction where you'll find stories that pack a punch in 1000 words or less. We'll explore the essential elements that make these short stories shine. From crafting compelling characters, to building tension, and completing a story arc to deliver lasting impact.
Whether you're a seasoned writer looking for a new challenge, or just starting your creative journey, this workshop will provide the tools and techniques you need to master this exciting form.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
Building Tension: Surprise vs. Suspense
1-part workshop
Saturday, January 24, 12-2 pm
Building tension in stories can be a difficult balance between competing drives in your story. How do you know when a surprise will be more effective for the audience than the slow burn of suspense? How do you accomplish them? This class will walk you through that process.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
Play a Game with your Characters: Building Character Bibles Using TTRPG Character Sheets
1-part workshop
Saturday, February 7, 12-2 pm
In this two-hour workshop, participants will learn about "character bibles" and how they can be useful as a character development/writing tool. We will discuss character creation using tools from games like Thirsty Sword Lesbians, D&D, Daggerheart, and Vampire of the Masquerade. Participants will apply these tools to one character in their writing and create their own template for future use.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
Unlocking the Meaning of Memories: Writing Creative Nonfiction as a Way to Understand What Happened
1-part workshop
Thursday, February 26, 6-8 pm
Our lives are filled with moments, some of which stand out more than others. In this workshop, writers will learn how to go beyond the basic diary entry to discover the deeper reasons why a memory is meaningful. Using examples from published works as well as in-class exercises, participants will be encouraged to tune into sensory detail and their internal experiences in order to capture—and better understand—life moments, big or small, in meaningful ways.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
The Business of Writing Part 1: Think Like an Author CEO
1-part workshop
Saturday, March 14, 12-2 pm
Turn your writing into a real business: income streams, branding, and what actually matters.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, 210 East 400 South #8
Register for The Business of Writing Part 1: Think Like an Author CEO
The Business of Writing Part 2: Build Systems That Pay You Back
1-part workshop
Saturday, March 21, 12-2 pm
Simple time, marketing, and planning systems so success is repeatable. Not accidental.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, 210 East 400 South #8
Register for The Business of Writing Part 2: Build Systems That Pay You Back
Illuminated Pages: A Poetic & Visual Art Workshop
2-part workshop
Thursdays, April 16 & 23, 6-8 pm
In this two-part workshop, we will utilize historical and contemporary techniques for merging art and literature. In part one, we will learn about historic Renaissance poetry and art methods for creating beautifully illuminated manuscripts. In part two, we will fuse mixed media types and modern writing styles to produce breathtaking personal expressions. Each student will take home two works of art. All art supplies provided.
Cost: $30. Registration is required.Location: CWC, 210 East 400 South #8
Register for Illuminated Pages: A Poetic & Visual Art Workshop
Frolic and Fluff: Writing Cozy Fiction
1-part workshop
Tuesday, April 21, 12-2 pm
Sometimes we want a story that just makes us feel good while still offering interesting characters, problem solving, and romantic entanglement. Low stakes fiction does not mean no stakes. As writers, our best tool is how to use tension to grab our readers, murder and mayhem not required, and take them on a journey. In this class we will break down methods to best add to your writing toolkit.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
Wait, Can I DO That
1-part workshop
Saturday, May 2, 12-2 pm
A beginner's introduction to publishing contracts, copyright, public domain, fair use, and other legal concerns for writers. We'll challenge the publishing myths many new writers are exposed to and sort fact from rumor. From fan fiction to brand names and everything in between, learn what's allowed, how to stay out of trouble, and how to protect your rights as a creator.
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South
Writing with Tarot
1-part workshop
Wednesday, May 13, 6-8 pm
This is a workshop for writers of all levels who want to use tarot as a creative tool to develop characters, explore plot twists, and overcome writer's block. In this hands-on session, you'll learn what tarot is (and isn't), how to use the cards to generate ideas, and practical techniques to tap into intuition for storytelling. Whether you're starting a new project or stuck on a scene, tarot can offer unexpected insights and new directions. Bring your own deck if you have one, or use one provided in class!
Cost: $15. Registration is required.Location: CWC, Main City Library, 210 East 400 South