Who We Are

Portland Writers offers workshops and retreats for writers of all experience levels. Using the Amherst Writers and Artists (AWA) framework, we provide a safe and supportive environment where you can challenge your writer self and deepen your practice. This is a place where seasoned authors will brave new territory (or that old writer's block), and novices will build confidence and recognize their strengths as writers.

We continue to build a strong and respectful community of writers. Join us.


Upcoming Writing Workshops

 

August

Monthly Open Workshop (4th Saturday Mornings) August 28

 

September

That’s Not How I See It: Point of View (Saturday Afternoon) Sept 18

Friday Morning Writing Sept 24 - Oct 15

Monthly Open Workshop (4th Saturday Mornings) Sept 25

Tuesday Evening Manuscript Development Sept 28 - Oct 26

Thursday All-Genre Weekly Practice Sept 30 - Nov 11

 

October

The Buildings Shivered with Delight: Setting as Character
(Saturday Afternoon) Oct 2

Monthly Manuscript Intensive Oct 16, Nov 13, Dec 18, Jan 15, Feb 12, Mar 12

Autumn Writing Retreat at Silver Falls Oct 22-Oct 24

Monthly Open Workshop (Saturday Mornings) Oct 30

 

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"The glimmer of my own style emerged."
"Such a supportive environment!"
"New content each week=consistency without ruts."

What Our Writers Say...

"These workshops have been a gift."
"I surprised myself with the work I did.".
"Couldn't wait for each new class."
"Allowed me to be fearless."