Summer Writing Nights

Writing together on Zoom every Wednesday this summer.

Wednesdays, 7:30-9:30PM EST
through September 18
(still accepting sign-ups!)

 
 
THE SUMMER GETS BUSY.
LET’S MAKE TIME FOR OUR WRITING!
 

Cost

$30 $10 USD for remaining co-writing sessions.

Who benefits most from these writing sessions?

Summer Writing Nights are designed for writers of any level or background. Writers who work best with a structure of accountability in place will benefit most from this co-writing group.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is not a traditional class or workshop in that there is no instruction. Here’s what we’ll do every Wednesday this summer.

  • 7:30-7:40PM EST: 10-minute check-in where we share what we’re working on during tonight’s Summer Writing Night.

  • 7:40-9:20PM EST: 100 blissful, bountiful minutes of camera-off, self-directed writing time.

  • 9:20-9:30PM EST: Wrap up with an optional 10-minute writing progress report.

What can I work on during Summer Writing Nights?

Anything you want! Here are some ideas:

  • revise your novel

  • draft your essay collection

  • write in your journal

  • brainstorm new poems

  • get your newsletter off the ground

Even if you’re not a writer but want a structure of accountability among likeminded creative people, you’ll fit right into this group! Use your time in Summer Writing Nights to draw, collage, color, read, pen letters to your grandma, design your zine, make a quilt: the nighttime sky’s the limit. 🌝

FAQs

Do I have to come to every session? Nope! Come as little or as often as you’d like. No need to reach out if you’re going to be absent.

Do I have to arrive to the sessions on time? You can drop in or leave anytime. If you arrive late, you’ll miss our check-in at the beginning of the session. If you leave early, you’ll miss our check-in at the end. You’ll be automatically muted when you join.

Do I have to have my camera on? No one is required to have their camera or mic on at any point during Summer Writing Nights. We’ll do some sharing at the beginning and end of each session, but participation is optional. We will have our cameras and mics off for the rest of class.

Will I fit in if I’m not a “writer?” Absolutely. If you’ve always wanted to write, this is a great place to get started.

If I can’t make it to a session, will a recording be provided later on? No recordings will be provided for this offering.

How do I log onto Summer Writing Nights? You’ll receive the Zoom link via email within 24 hours of your sign-up. Subject line: “Summer Writing Nights - Zoom link!” Use the same Zoom link to log on week after week. Not finding the email with the link in your spam folder? Reach out to me via my contact form.

Who’s leading this group?


Summer Writing Nights are brought to you by me, Hurley Winkler (she/her), a writer and writing teacher. You can learn more about my work here.

Here are some nice things my workshop students have said about my classes:

  • “Throughout my three workshops with Hurley, my work has grown exponentially in complexity and confidence.” —Lexi

  • “Hurley focuses on the cultivation of a welcoming and invigorating writing community.” —Rebecca

  • “I leave Hurley’s workshops feeling fulfilled, inspired, and ready to take on the problems in my writing.” —Kalee