Friday, December 1 @ 6:00 PM ET
Writing Hope at The End of A World with Ross Gay
Join us for an evening exploring what it means to experience hope and radical joy during periods of personal and political tumult. In this Friday Night Salon, Ross Gay will join us to discuss his 2015 award-winning book of poems, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude.
Wednesday, December 6 @ 4:30 PM ET
More Passion, More Energy: The Art of Telenovelas with Telemundo & NBCU
Join us for an exhilarating event that celebrates the craft of telenovelas! Hear from employees at Telemundo & NBCU about the elements that make telenovelas so enthralling and brainstorm ideas for your very own show!
Friday, December 8 @ 6:00 PM ET
Building Racial Awareness: A Reflection on Socialization & Race
In today’s rapidly evolving and complex world, it is imperative that mentors and professionals understand the concept of race and the origin of racism in the United States. Throughout our lives, we have absorbed racist messages all around us. From loved ones to TV shows, we have learned stereotypes and stories…
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Monday, December 11 @ 6:00 PM ET
Bread & Roses: on the Accessibility of Stories
Art too often is the first thing that’s cut when budgets are tight. Stories, ideas, and perspectives are treated as a privilege, rather than a necessary part of life. As New York City’s libraries are forced to close their doors due to budget cuts, join us for a timely discussion…
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Wednesday, December 13 @ 1:00 PM ET
The Secret Sauce to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Jill Stoddard
Jill Stoddard knows the secret sauce to harnessing one’s potential, letting go of self-limiting beliefs, and going after the big, bold, beautiful life and career you’ve always wanted. How does she know? Not only is she a psychologist, but she has lived it. Join Girls Write Now for an afternoon…
Learn MoreWriting & Wellness Events for Women, Trans* & Gender-expansive Creatives
As one mentor put it, Girls Write Now events are “the cure for writer’s block.” We offer an array of writing-centered events to our community and to the public—and even virtually, our spaces are welcoming, inspiring, and empowering.
We come together to create multi-genre, multimedia work, share perspectives, hone professional skills, and support each other on the path to wellness both for ourselves and our communities. Join our mailing list to get weekly event updates!
Writing Hope at The End of A World with Ross Gay
Join us for an evening exploring what it means to experience hope and radical joy during periods of personal and political tumult. In this Friday Night Salon, Ross Gay will join us to discuss his 2015 award-winning book of poems, Catalog of Unabashed Gratitude.
More Passion, More Energy: The Art of Telenovelas with Telemundo & NBCU
Join us for an exhilarating event that celebrates the craft of telenovelas! Hear from employees at Telemundo & NBCU about the elements that make telenovelas so enthralling and brainstorm ideas for your very own show!
Building Racial Awareness: A Reflection on Socialization & Race
In today’s rapidly evolving and complex world, it is imperative that mentors and professionals understand the concept of race and the origin of racism in the United States. Throughout our lives, we have absorbed racist messages all around us. From loved ones to TV shows, we have learned stereotypes and stories rooted in harmful racist messages. To address this critical issue, we ask you to join us in unpacking our past, and present, to explore the racist messages that live within us and empower ourselves with essential knowledge and insights to combat racism.
Bread & Roses: on the Accessibility of Stories
Art too often is the first thing that’s cut when budgets are tight. Stories, ideas, and perspectives are treated as a privilege, rather than a necessary part of life. As New York City’s libraries are forced to close their doors due to budget cuts, join us for a timely discussion about accessibility of stories for all.
The Secret Sauce to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Jill Stoddard
Jill Stoddard knows the secret sauce to harnessing one's potential, letting go of self-limiting beliefs, and going after the big, bold, beautiful life and career you’ve always wanted. How does she know? Not only is she a psychologist, but she has lived it. Join Girls Write Now for an afternoon of intergenerational sharing that is sure to help you move past any fear, self-doubt, and imposterism you may hold, so you can choose a full and vibrant life.
Technology & Writing: A Networking Event for Writers about AI, Cybersecurity, and How Tech Unlocks Your Creativity
College & Career Chat
Take charge of your goals as Girls Write Now teams up with powerhouse Scholastic professionals! Consider this your all-access pass to be part of an intergenerational exchange with inspirational creatives and publishing professionals.
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GET INSPIRED WITH ON-DEMAND MinI-Writing Workshops
Turn Tragedies into YA with Joy L. Smith
Learn how exploring complex emotions associated with tragedy can create a poignant story with author and mentee alum, Joy L….
Channel Your Senses with Bernice L. McFadden
Learn how to channel the senses on the page with the author of ten critically acclaimed novels, Bernice L. McFadden.
Heal and Grow with Yasmine Cheyenne
Join Yasmine Cheyenne as she explains how to deal with feedback & be compassionately honest with ourselves.
Write Magical Realism with Alexandra V. Méndez
Explore belonging through magical realism with Alexandra Méndez, author of What The Jaguar Told Her.
Write Workplace Romances with Donna Hill
Join mentor and bestselling author Donna Hill as she leads us through the intricacies of writing about romance.
Write Nonfiction with Michelle Duster
Uncover history through the tales of those dear to you with Michelle Duster, author of Ida B. the Queen.
Write Memoir with Elle Johnson
Join TV writer and author Elle Johnson as she shares turning a family tragedy into a heart-wrenching story of love.
Pen Personal Narratives with Qian Julie Wang
Join New York Times bestselling author Qian Julie Wang as she leads us through the process of writing a memoir.
Create a Graphic Novel with Kate Gavino
Learn from graphic novelist Kate Gavino how to create a graphic novel that illustrates the industry!
Write Poetry that Shatters Expectations with Mahogany L. Browne
Break down the prescriptive norms of being “girl.”
Memorialize the Important People in Your Life in Writing with Gigi Coleman
Learn how to honor and celebrate the important figures in your own life with Gigi Coleman.
Practice Writing Conflict & Tension with Natalie Baszile
Learn how to find and accentuate conflict and tension with Natalie Baszile, author of Queen Sugar.
Learn to Write Micro Narratives with Darien Hsu Gee
Find a new way into your story in this micro narrative writing workshop with Darien Hsu Gee.
Write the Intimate & the Invented with Daphne Palasi Andreades
Learn how to write fiction using your lived experiences with Daphne Palasi Andreades.
Become an Expert in the Art of Interviewing with Abby West and Rebecca Carroll
Learn how to break down simple conversations into dazzling narrative stories with Amistad’s Abby West and Podcast Host Rebecca Carroll.
Rewrite Your Past into Poetry with Christina Olivares
Make new meaning from what matters most to you with writing prompts designed to dig up the details.
Dive Into Historical Fiction with Emily Neuberger
Use your memories to write Historical Fiction with Emily Neuberger, mentor and author of new novel A Tender Thing.
Develop Your Fictional Identity with Brit Bennett
Indulge your fictional half with the New York Times bestselling author Brit Bennett.
Build a Powerful Podcast with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford
Dive into podcasting with the renowned therapist behind Therapy For Black Girls.
Deep Dive Into Character Study with Megan Giddings
Experiment with voice and character dimension with the author of Lakewood.
Pen Lyrics for Lonely Hearts with Anna J Witiuk
You don’t need to be a musician to write great lyrics. Turn heartbreak into art in this songwriting Salon.
Craft A Poetry Collection with Jasmine Mans
Freewrite to uncover a thematic thread for your collection with inspiration from Jasmine’s experience growing up in Newark, NJ.
Find Your Narratorial Voice with Olivia Abtahi
Learn how to make your writing sound as authentic as possible!
Get Super Personal to Write Comedy with Nikki Palumbo
Learn to turn your most embarrassing experiences into comedy gold.
Explore What Home Means to You with Sepideh Moafi
Discover what home and belonging mean to you with actor, singer, writer, and producer Sepideh Moafi.
Enter the World of YA Fiction with Amy Zhang
Write young adult fiction with author Amy Zhang, who published her first novel at age 18.
Love [Poetry] Galore: Write Hip-Hop–Inspired Love Poems with Sam Arriozola
Learn about the history of Hip-Hop and write love poems with writer, poet, and youth worker Sam Arriozola.
Start a Novel with Keisha Bush
Learn how to start small to write a novel with Keisha Bush, author of No Heaven for Good Boys.
Go All In in Memoir with Maria Konnikova
Learn to write high-stakes memoir scenes with Maria Konnikova, New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and professional poker player.
Write as a Form of Resistance with Dominique Morisseau
Learn how to use art as protest with TONY nominated playwright Dominique Morisseau.
Celebrate Creativity at Girls Write Now Events
FRIDAY NIGHT SALON SERIES
A special guest artist host shares their personal and professional journey and guides you through a series of writing prompts. Expect a magical night of creating and conversing in community. Open to the public!
Open EDITORIAL FORUMS
At monthly Editorial Forums led by our Editors-in-Residence, we harness our collective creative energy to reimagine the future of storytelling and shape publishing at Girls Write Now. Open to all mentees, mentors & alum!
GIRLS WRITE NOW LIVE
Our Spring Performance Series showcases the amazing stories mentees, who share their best work developed with guidance from—and often collaboration with—their dedicated mentors. Open to the public!
Awards & Special Events
Each year, we honor our community and the leaders who are paving the way for our mentees to break boundaries, both in life and in writing, and to realize their promise and the possibilities of change.