Monday, March 17 @ 5:00 PM ET
The World of Prompts
In our studios, we’ll teach you how to find prompts everywhere, give you a few writing prompts to spark your writing, and give you time to write!
Writing & 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!
The World of Prompts
In our studios, we’ll teach you how to find prompts everywhere, give you a few writing prompts to spark your writing, and give you time to write!
Journalism: The Art of Interviewing
This month, participants will learn tips and techniques for interviewing people for news stories and then practice by interviewing a fellow studio participant.
Mischief Employee Engagement Workshop & Open House
Join this in-person GWN + Mischief Employee Engagement Workshop to learn more about how mentoring can enrich your life.
Computer Science: Code, Creativity & Career Paths
This month, we'll explore a range of exciting career paths in computer science—from robotics and data science to cybersecurity and web design. You'll gain insights into what each career entails while discussing the roles that creativity and problem solving play in driving success.
Spoken Word: Voices Unleashed
This month, unlock the untold stories of women who shaped history. Join us as we bring hidden figures to life through powerful verses, and discover how to craft your own compelling poetry that amplifies the voices of the past!
World-Building for Sci-Fi & Fantasy
This month, we’ll define some of the key elements of a richly-detailed fictional world. Then, we’ll discuss and practice how to use those facets to create conflict for your characters and story.
Intersectional Voices in Editorial Digital Committee Studio
Looking to practice your editing skills and support Girls Write Now mentees with their writing? Each month, IVEdit - Digital (Intersectional Voices in Editorial: Digital) Studios will be live editing sessions during which we will workshop pieces by mentees from the Perspectives on Editorial Journey. We’ll approach each piece with curiosity, kindness, and an eye towards making it the piece of that mentee’s dreams. Join us!
Girls Write Now + HarperCollins Employee Engagement Workshop: The Benefits of Mentoring
At Girls Write Now, we make the case of how crucial writing and communication are no matter your experience, background, or career path—from editorial and marketing to HR, finance, and beyond. Girls Write Now has enjoyed working with the incredible employees at HarperCollins over the years, and now we offer even more exciting ways to get involved that fit your interests, goals—and your busy schedule. Join us in person or virtually for this one-hour interactive employee engagement workshop exclusively for HarperCollins employees: find a moment to catch your breath, bond with your colleagues, write and reflect with community—and discover how Girls Write Now can enrich your life.
College Chat: College Visits & Fly-In Programs 101
Not sure which schools to visit or apply to? You might want to check out college fly-in programs! These are need based, school-funded trips that allow you to experience campus life before you apply.
Writing to Heal: Workshop with a Poetry Therapist
This month, after a brief discussion of what depression is, we will move through poetry and writing exercises that loosen the hold of depression, and help to create mindsets for thriving.
Create Write Now
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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.