Learn how to write first love in all its complexities with YA author Melissa See. Through having a conversation about her latest novel, Love Letters for Joy, Melissa explores queer identity, disability, and the intersectionality of the two.
2024 Summer Playlists and Prompts
Fun in the sun and on the page! Break your writer’s block with these prompts and playlists designed to get your creative juices flowing.
Celebrate an Undiplomatic Juneteenth with Deesha Dyer
Explore self-awareness, overcoming adversity, and embracing your authenticity at all costs with former White House Social Secretary and author Deesha Dyer.
Touch a Memory with Pepita Sandwich
Learn about the art of crying and the creative journey involved in crafting autobiographical comics with illustrator and visual artist Pepita Sandwich.
Uncover the Magic of Poetry & Plants with Melania Luisa Marte
Join two-time national Audie Award winner Melania Luisa Marte as she explores the magic of poetry and plants.
Defend Reproductive Rights with Merle Hoffman
Learn why writing from experience and empathy are such powerful tools in defending reproductive rights with activist and author Merle Hoffman.
Create a Memoir-in-Essays with Morgan Parker
Learn how vulnerability through writing can give way to a deeper examination of societal issues with poet and writer Morgan Parker.
Write a First Novel Inspired by Your Own Story with María Alejandra Barrios Vélez
Learn the importance of telling your story in your own voice and how to overcome the challenges of writing a first novel with author María Alejandra Barrios Vélez.
Make Manga with Misako Rocks!
Join Manga writer and illustrator Misako Rocks! as she leads an all-skills level welcome Manga lesson—which includes drawing by hand! Misako will also share her journey as a writer and illustrator, as well as behind-the-scenes tales of her graphic novel, BOUNCE BACK.
Write Hope At the End of A World with Ross Gay
Learn how language can help us imagine and embody new worlds with author Ross Gay.
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. Smith.
Resources for Processing and Writing About War
As we continue to process our experiences of war and displacement, use these resources to help guide your discussions and writing about the topic.
Sounds of the Month: Writing Playlists and Prompts
Each month, Girls Write Now is bringing you a curated writing playlist and prompt using suggestions from mentors, mentees, and staff.
Heal and Grow with Yasmine Cheyenne
Join Yasmine Cheyenne as she explains how to deal with feedback & be compassionately honest with ourselves.
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.