Join a small circle of dedicated writers who will encourage, provide specific feedback, and inspire you!

In your Writers Circle, you will draft and revise a collection of pieces for your creative writing portfolio. Alternately, writers who are mid-process on a novel are welcome to focus on this major creative project in our sessions.

In each session, you will:

• participate in games and activities to build characters, develop story-worlds, and experiment with plot and genre techniques.
• explore practical strategies to strengthen your writing craft.
• share and discuss your creative work.
• look at your peers' writing and offer constructive feedback.
• learn to discuss creative work in a way that supports another writer while also helping you further your own skill set.

Your group will be facilitated via Zoom by Erin Halden. You’ll connect with youth writers from around the country who are passionate and committed to their creative projects, just like you.

Through the 10 weekly sessions of your Writers Circle, you’ll learn new tools and strategies to strengthen your writing craft skills and be inspired by ideas and writing by creative peers. 

Day/Time: Wednesdays at 5:15 PM PT
Dates: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19 (10 sessions - weekly)
Ages: 10 - 14

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Society of Young Inklings is a nonprofit organization and part of our mission is to celebrate the full, vibrant diversity of youth writers' voices and stories.

To apply for a scholarship, visit this link.

To donate in support of scholarships, visit this link.

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Instructor Bio:

Erin Halden
Erin landed her first writing gig at age eight, when she named herself editor of Spot News, the leading daily newspaper on Jupiter. After that, she wrote her own book of myths – this time with GIRLS in them – and rewrote scenes from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe so that Lucy led the charge instead of her brother.

After earning degrees in creative writing and journalism, she worked in the grown-up (but still fun) world of documentary television, producing, directing, and writing more than fifty shows and specials. But she missed making stuff up. So she started writing fiction again, and got her MFA in writing for Very Wise People, a.k.a. children and young adults. She’s excited to be a part of the Society of Young Inklings.

Erin lives in a 104-year-old house in St. Paul, Minnesota with her husband, three kids, and a dog who thinks she’s a cat.

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Cancellation Policy:

Refunds will be given for cancellations requested one week or more in advance of the Writer's Circle start date. For cancellation requests received less than one week before the workshop start date, you will receive a refund minus the platform/transaction fees of up to $20.

Minimum enrollment: 5
Maximum enrollment: 14

Should minimum enrollment not be met, we will contact you to offer a full refund or other learning experience in exchange. 

Please contact us at info@younginklings.org with any questions.

Join a small circle of dedicated writers who will encourage, provide specific feedback, and inspire you!

In your Writers Circle, you will draft and revise a collection of pieces for your creative writing portfolio. Alternately, writers who are mid-process on a novel are welcome to focus on this major creative project in our sessions.

In each session, you will:

• participate in games and activities to build characters, develop story-worlds, and experiment with plot and genre techniques.
• explore practical strategies to strengthen your writing craft.
• share and discuss your creative work.
• look at your peers' writing and offer constructive feedback.
• learn to discuss creative work in a way that supports another writer while also helping you further your own skill set.

Your group will be facilitated via Zoom by Amanda Glaze. You’ll connect with youth writers from around the country who are passionate and committed to their creative projects, just like you.

Through the 10 weekly sessions of your Writers Circle, you’ll learn new tools and strategies to strengthen your writing craft skills and be inspired by ideas and writing by creative peers. 

Day/Time: Saturdays at 10:00 AM PT
Dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22 (10 sessions - weekly)
Ages: 10 - 14

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Society of Young Inklings is a nonprofit organization and part of our mission is to celebrate the full, vibrant diversity of youth writers' voices and stories.

To apply for a scholarship, visit this link.

To donate in support of scholarships, visit this link.

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Instructor Bio:

Amanda Glaze

Amanda is a novelist and Emmy Award-winning film and television producer with a lifelong passion for storytelling and mentorship. She is the author of the acclaimed historical fantasy THE SECOND DEATH OF EDIE AND VIOLET BOND, a Barnes & Noble Young Adult Book Club Pick and a selection on the ALA Rise Feminist Book List. Her latest novel, THE LIES OF ALMA BLACKWELL, is a gothic young adult mystery inspired by the haunting lore of the Winchester Mystery House.

As a film producer, Amanda works closely with screenwriters to brainstorm, write, and develop film and television projects for both the big and small screens. Some of her favorite projects include the Academy Award–nominated film THE BIG SICK, the comedies TRAINWRECK starring Amy Schumer, and THE KING OF STATEN ISLAND starring Pete Davidson, as well as the Emmy Award–winning HBO documentaries THE ZEN DIARIES OF GARRY SHANDLING and GEORGE CARLIN’S AMERICAN DREAM. Amanda began her career in the performing arts, earning a BA in Theater from UCLA and working as a director before moving into film and television. She brings her wide-ranging storytelling experience into her work with young writers in creative spaces, encouraging them to trust their instincts, find their voices, and dive deep into the emotional heart of their stories. She holds an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults from Hamline University.

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Cancellation Policy:

Refunds will be given for cancellations requested one week or more in advance of the Writer's Circle start date. For cancellation requests received less than one week before the workshop start date, you will receive a refund minus the platform/transaction fees of up to $20.

Minimum enrollment: 5
Maximum enrollment: 14

Should minimum enrollment not be met, we will contact you to offer a full refund or other learning experience in exchange. 

Please contact us at info@younginklings.org with any questions.