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The Writer’s Center offers hundreds of writing workshops, hosts dozens of free events, and fosters a community of writers, virtually and in-person.

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Application deadline extended to August 31! Finish your novel in just one year! Do you have a book-length work of fiction that can't seem to find the time to finish? […]

Intro to the Novel

This workshop will help you understand the process of writing a novel so you can get started putting pen to paper. The workshop will focus on everything from generating ideas […]

Getting Started: Creative Writing

This workshop is designed to inspire and encourage the participants to write what they have always longed to share. Each week they will write from a prompt, share what they […]

Writing Creative Nonfiction

Over the course, we will be reading and writing in several sub-genres of creative nonfiction, including memoir, essay, literary journalism, and the epistolary form. This class focuses on generating new […]

Personal Essays from Start to Finish: 10 Essays in 5 Months!

Cafe Muse

Inspiration, accountability, and the tools you need to get your essays out into the world! Join us for five months of craft lessons, workshops, editor visits, and personal editorial feedback! […]

Revising Your Poems

Revising can be very intimidating territory for all of us, but in this workshop we will take a different approach from that of the cruel taskmaster that lives in many […]

Writing Trauma

Using the works of Annie Ernaux, writing about personal experiences with spareness of words, descriptions, and detachment can actually create a striking voice that is more powerful and emotional in […]

The Extreme Novelist

Can't find the time/energy/inspiration to get your novel written? This popular course, developed by the author of the book by the same name, will help you complete a rough draft […]

Journaling Techniques for Writing Memories

This workshop is about the pursuit of insight through writing personal memories. Whether you currently keep a journal or want to start journaling to nurture a consistent writing practice, in […]

Jack Gilbert Poetry Workshop

In his most famous poem “Forgotten Dialect of the Heart,” Jack Gibert wrote “we have no word for strict pleasure” but isn’t that what poetry is? In this generative workshop, […]

Natural Meter Crash Course

Have you ever wondered how scanning the lines of your first draft can make for a better poem? Here’s an opportunity to improve your ear for meter—a major element of […]

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Crafting short stories.

In this workshop, participants will examine the qualities of good writing and good storytelling. After a recap on the constituent elements of short fiction, we will take a fresh look […]

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10 events, 31, short story ii.

Let’s write short stories! The focus of this workshop is on participants’ work. Each writer will submit at least one short story for constructive critique. In addition, we’ll read published […]

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Book marketing on a budget.

You’ve written – or are writing your book – now fight for it! In this workshop we’ll focus on over two dozen book marketing tips, with a close eye on […]

Pitching and Querying: The Art of Selling Your Work!

In this three-session workshop, we'll cover the basics of writing pitches and queries and then workshop them to refine them.

Virtual Craft Chat on Writing with Jami Attenberg

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The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of writing! We’re joined by Jami Attenberg to discuss her new edited essay collection, 1000 Words: A Writer's Guide to […]

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Point of view and narrative voice.

Do the multitude of Point of View options elude you? We will look at everything from the first person point of view to the editorial omniscient, as well as some […]

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Finding your authentic voice.

Look beyond your inner critic and tap into the flow of limitless creativity to discover the powerful impact of your authentic voice. Each session will begin with a general discussion […]

How to Write a Braided Essay

This workshop will teach participants what a braided essay is and how to write one. By examining compelling published examples we will learn the component parts and experiment with writing […]

Your First Novel

Writing a novel takes commitment, but it doesn’t need to be daunting. Learn how to generate a handful of plots to choose from, methods for effectively planning your story, and […]

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14 events, 5, 16 events, 6, how to write a stand-up comedy act.

How do comedians come up with ideas? It all starts with finding the funny in your life and turning it into material. Learn how to recognize a premise, extract the […]

Virtual Book Launch and Publishing Q&A with Novelists E.A. Aymar and Lyn Liao Butler

The Writer’s Center welcomes novelists E.A. Aymar (When She Left) and Lyn Liao Butler (What Is Mine) for a virtual book launch celebrating their brand new novels, followed by a […]

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Narrative nonfiction: history, memoir, and biography.

Build a solid, workable plan to reach the finish line on your book idea, from concept to execution to publication. Do you have an idea for a great nonfiction book? […]

How to Develop Character

Transport your readers into your character’s head. As humans, we experience reality through particular states of mind. The same is true of characters in fiction, because fictional characters are written […]

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Short story i.

Learn how to use form, structure, time, and more! Learn the finer crafts of the short story, with a focus on knowing your character and using form. This course will […]

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17 events, 10, life stories intensive.

Learn how your real-life story can depict what it means to be human. Whether you want to write a memoir, blog, letter to your granddaughter, or use your own life […]

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16 events, 12, 17 events, 13, publishing your book for children.

The insider tips you'll need to write a marketable first book and get it into the hands of exactly the right gatekeepers in the publishing world! Having a children's book […]

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Open mic @ the writer’s center.

Prose, poetry, and spoken word Open Mic @ The Writer’s Center! All writers are welcome to come and share 4-5 minutes of their latest work. Sign-up starts at 6:45pm, and […]

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Finding your poetic voice.

Try on a variety of styles and forms on the way to finding your own poetic voice! Writing poems is discovery on paper, and good poems surprise and delight the […]

Virtual Craft Chat with Poet Sarah Ghazal Ali

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Poet Lore and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by Sarah Ghazal Ali to discuss her celebrated collection, Theophanies. Sarah is […]

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Presentación del libro de poesía de juan carlos quintero herencia, minotauro en mar chiquita.

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  El poeta y profesor de la University of Maryland, Juan Carlos Quintero Herencia presentará su libro de poesía, Minotauro en mar chiquita. Presentación a cargo de Lena Burgos-Lafuente, ensayista, […]

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Breathing life into your characters.

Give your readers characters they will love...or love to hate! The cleverest plot in the world won’t hold a reader’s attention if your characters are flat, unrealistic, and behave like […]

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16 events, 19, 16 events, 20, 17 events, 21, writing rough drafts.

Master techniques to stop overthinking and get words on the page! Do you ever think to yourself: “I have many creative ideas and stories to tell, but why is it […]

Writing Irony/Satire

Learn to write irony effectively. Irony and satire are the art of saying something without saying something. To understand irony and satire, we must understand why and how readers intuit […]

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Fiction i: the engines that power a story.

Tune up the engines that drive your fiction! There are many different engines that power our stories. Plot, character, voice, form, and place are all tools we can use to […]

Virtual Craft Chat with Poet Olatunde Osinaike

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Poet Lore and The Writer’s Center present a FREE virtual chat about the craft of poetry! We’re joined by Olatunde Osinaike to discuss his debut collection, Tender Headed. Olatunde is […]

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15 events, 24, 15 events, 25, women writers mixer.

Women writers of DC! Join us for an informal gathering at The Writer’s Center! It’ll be a chance to talk shop, network, and hang out with other writers. Please bring […]

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14 events, 27, second-generation immigrant writers mixer.

Join us at The Writer’s Center for an informal gathering with other second-generation immigrant writers. It's the perfect opportunity to network and share stories. Please bring a drink or an […]

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Use poetic technique to improve your prose.

Learn from analyzing poetry. Add poetry to your prose. Learn how to break down the structure of poems, how to embed these structures into prose, and how doing so can […]

Virtual Conversation with Memoirists Annie Liontas & Chloé Cooper Jones

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The Writer’s Center welcomes memoirists Annie Liontas (Sex with a Brain Injury) and Chloé Cooper Jones (Easy Beauty) for a virtual discussion of their latest books, disability, and writing. RSVP […]

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Virtual craft chat with novelist karen outen.

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The Writer’s Center presents a FREE virtual chat about the craft of fiction! We’re joined by Karen Outen to discuss her "beautiful and haunting" debut novel, Dixon, Descending. Karen is […]

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Creating novel characters.

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Bring your characters to life on the page. When writing a novel, we must know our primary characters inside and out. We need to understand their desires, motivations, and frustrations, […]

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Poetry revision and sequencing.

If you have a grouping of poems that you would like feedback on while identifying how particular innate qualities contribute to your own style, this workshop is for you! We […]

The Art of Titling

For poets, titles may bear the identity of a poem or the poem’s history. For readers, titles can be a hook that draws us in or be a point of […]

How To Write Micro Memoir

Learn to tell your life story as you lived it, one moment at at time. Write your life story as you lived it, one moment at a time. This interactive […]

Being an Active Literary Citizen

Ready to get more active as a writer and deepen your involvement in the DMV’s literary community? Writers of all genres can expand their circles in a variety of ways—from […]

Plot Like a Pro!

Build a strong plot for any story with these fail-proof steps! You have a great idea for a story. Do you dive in and just begin writing, or start by […]

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How We Support Writers

Writing classes. Free events for writers. New friends and networking. Every year, The Writer’s Center delivers hundreds of ways to connect more deeply with the literary life. Our writers hone their writing craft, master editing and revision, share their work, and get published. Most importantly, we bring likeminded writers together into a fun and welcoming community.

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Curated Conversation(s): a Latinx Poetry Show

Curated Conversation(s) is a virtual discussion series. Season 1 features debut Latinx poets, and Season 2 pairs Latinx poets from the United Kingdom and United States.

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Announcing our 2024 Compass Fellowship winner, Malik Thompson! Malik is a Black queer man from Washington, DC. His work is featured, or forthcoming, in Cobra Milk, Sundog Lit, Diode, MQR Mixtape, Oroboro, Poet Lore, and other places. He has received support from Lambda Literary, Obsidian Foundation, Brooklyn Poets, Cave Canem, and other organizations. He can be found on Instagram via the handle @latesummerstar. If you’re a writer or an aspiring writer looking for where to go next, The Writer’s Center Compass Fellowship is a great place to start! Our renewed fellowship program will introduce a new writer each year to our writing family, to help guide them along the next steps on their path, with $1000 in credits toward any TWC workshops within a two-year period, a $300 cash stipend, and opportunities to be published in The Writer’s Center Magazine and featured in TWC events. Learn more on our website!

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Announcing our 2024 Compass Fellowship winner, Malik Thompson! Malik is a Black queer man from Washington, DC. His work is featured, or forthcoming, in Cobra Milk, Sundog Lit, Diode, MQR Mixtape, Oroboro, Poet Lore, and other places. He has received support from Lambda Literary, Obsidian Foundation, Brooklyn Poets, Cave Canem, and other organizations. He can be found on Instagram via the handle @latesummerstar. If you’re a writer or an aspiring writer looking for where to go next, The Writer’s Center Compass Fellowship is a great place to start! Our renewed fellowship program will introduce a new writer each year to our writing family, to help guide them along the next steps on their path, with $1000 in credits toward any TWC workshops within a two-year period, a $300 cash stipend, and opportunities to be published in The Writer’s Center Magazine and featured in TWC events. Learn more on our website! ...

The Writer’s Center welcomes poets Jubi Arriola-Headley, Kyle Dargan, and Joseph Ross for a reading and reception. Hosted by Christina Beasley. . . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #writing #creativewriting #poetry #poets

The Writer’s Center welcomes poets Jubi Arriola-Headley, Kyle Dargan, and Joseph Ross for a reading and reception. Hosted by Christina Beasley. . . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #writing #creativewriting #poetry #poets ...

Complete your novel and prepare for publication! Novel Year is an intensive, advanced workshop geared toward writers with either a draft of a novel ready for revision or a novel substantially underway, with at least 75 pages already written. Working with novelist Diane Zinna, ten participants will experience the rigor and structure of an MFA-level course while receiving close support for an entire novel-in-progress. We will become a community for one another, working toward consistent writing deadlines and providing thoughtful feedback. Apply for this class at the link in our bio by March 18, 2024! . . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #amwriting #creativewriting #novelyear #novel #author #fiction #writingclass #creativewritingworkshop

Complete your novel and prepare for publication! Novel Year is an intensive, advanced workshop geared toward writers with either a draft of a novel ready for revision or a novel substantially underway, with at least 75 pages already written. Working with novelist Diane Zinna, ten participants will experience the rigor and structure of an MFA-level course while receiving close support for an entire novel-in-progress. We will become a community for one another, working toward consistent writing deadlines and providing thoughtful feedback. Apply for this class at the link in our bio by March 18, 2024! . . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #amwriting #creativewriting #novelyear #novel #author #fiction #writingclass #creativewritingworkshop ...

Join us for five months of craft lessons, workshops, editor visits, and personal editorial feedback! This small and inclusive class meets weekly, alternating between live Zoom sessions and asynchronous lessons, with the goal of creating an intimate, writer-based community of essayists who learn and grow together. Apply on writer.org or at the link in our bio! . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #creativewriting #writing #writingworkshop #nonfiction #essay

Join us for five months of craft lessons, workshops, editor visits, and personal editorial feedback! This small and inclusive class meets weekly, alternating between live Zoom sessions and asynchronous lessons, with the goal of creating an intimate, writer-based community of essayists who learn and grow together. Apply on writer.org or at the link in our bio! . . . . . . #thewriterscenter #creativewriting #writing #writingworkshop #nonfiction #essay ...

Creative Writing Academy

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Transform your dreams, ideas, and stories into organized, compelling, creative written works with dynamic lectures in craft topics, workshop sessions with graduate student instructors, and insightful, productive feedback from your peers. This combination of instructional approaches will help you generate and polish a wealth of new poems, stories, and essays, and allow you to experiment with innovative forms in the field of creative writing. The Academy will also focus on the publishing and professionalization aspects of the industry, exploring what markets are available for your writing, what jobs are available to creative writers, funding opportunities for your work, undergraduate and graduate programs in writing, and how to get published. Topics for discussion will include literary form and targeted craft points, often in relation to social, political, and environmental themes. In addition, this week-long program will feature excursions to sites around Washington, D.C., including an exercise in ekphrastic writing at the National Gallery of Art and the chance to read your work aloud at Busboys and Poets, a famous D.C. literary hub.

Estimated Tuition:

Price includes tuition, housing, and meals. Commuter Student tuition is $2,625.

How You'll Benefit

  • Participate in writing workshops
  • Awaken your powers of observation, imagination, and description
  • Learn concrete elements of the craft of writing in daily workshops
  • Attend readings from published authors, who will lead interactive classes and conduct group discussions
  • Work with Georgetown's expert creative writing faculty to bring out your most creative ideas
  • Read excerpts from award-winning works and use them to develop your own original works
  • Visit local monuments, world-renowned theaters, museums, and literary organizations
  • Take part in peer critiques and learn how to revise and refine your writing

Program Format & Subject Areas

As a student in the Creative Writing Academy, you'll spend your day immersed in a blend of classroom lectures, field trips, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Throughout the week, you'll have the opportunity to explore the following subject areas:

  • Personal prose
  • Literary history
  • Technique (story structure, character development, theme, description, dialogue)
  • Finding good ideas and turning them into polished pieces
  • Using great literature and art for inspiration

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All in all, I fell in love with the program. I got to meet so many amazing people not only from the D.C. area but all around the country.

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Having the chance to experience once in a lifetime opportunities and getting to meet people from around the world made it so I got to really experience what college life was like.

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My #SummerHoya experience was enriching, inspiring, and rewarding; if I could turn back the clock, I’d do it all over again.

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It was amazing to be surrounded by such high caliber students and staff who were all encouraging and fabulous to work with. I took away many positive things from my week as a Summer Hoya.

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As I am filling out my college applications, I am able to think back to my memories from the summer and I am reassured that I am pursuing the right educational path.

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The program offers so much–from the off-site visits to the daily lectures and the on campus activities. The lectures were interesting, meeting new people was great and the off-site visits were interactive and intriguing.

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A network of local writing groups in Washington D.C.

Capitol Hill Writers Group is a network of local writing groups in Washington, DC.  By connecting writers who are passionate about the craft, CHWG helps form the crucial support you need to keep writing.

Whether you are new to creative writing, getting back into it, or a seasoned author, Capitol Hill Writers Group provides the right amount of structure when you’re balancing full-time employment and a family.  

The close-knit community of fiction writers is your sounding board for new work.   Deadlines and accountability help you form writing habits that last throughout your professional career.  Constructive feedback from varied viewpoints enrich your writing, just as your unique perspectives on life and writing contribute to the group.

We are aspiring writers and published authors who embrace all fiction genres.   We provide structure and support through regular meetings, deadlines, and constructive critiques .

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Your Third Place.   A “third place” is that special community outside of home and office that helps a person thrive and feel fulfilled in life.   Creative writers need solitude to produce content but also need a place to help them hone their craft and grow as an artist.   Active participation in a writing group offers that face-to-face contact with other writers that can have an immediate and long-lasting impact on one’s development as a writer. 

Balance.   We understand how tricky it is to juggle family, work, and the passion for writing.   Most of our members work full-time and have family obligations.   We share strategies for carving out time for writing while maintaining   balance in life.   We are realistic about deadlines but encourage each other to meet personal writing goals. 

Lifelong Learning.   Creative writing involves a continual process of learning.   Members regularly share resources on improving one’s writing, developing professionally as a writer, and navigating the changing landscape of publishing. It doesn’t hurt that we live within walking distance of the world’s largest library.

Structure.   We believe in regular meetings.   While each group decides the day and time for their regular meetings, most groups find that a bi-weekly meeting schedule works quite well for developing a writing routine.

Accountability.   We adhere to deadlines.   The single-most important habit that a writer can develop is meeting deadlines.   Each group creates its own submission calendar that works with members’ other demands in life.

Feedback.   We follow the Clarion Method of critique.   The CHWG founder  attends the first meeting of newly-formed writing groups to give the members an orientation to the Clarion Method as well as tips for ensuring smooth and fruitful meetings.

Productivity. We help your story see the light of day. You know that novel you’ve been thinking about writing for the last few years?   We encourage you to get the story out of your head and onto paper.

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Secret power.

Donna Sokol founded Capitol Hill Writers Group in January 2011 after the birth of her second child. The close-to-home group allowed her to pursue her passion for creative writing and find balance in her life.   CHWG participated in the inaugural Literary Hill BookFest in 2011 and has participated in the BookFest annually.   Each year, Donna launches new writing groups, bringing together writers who might not otherwise have met.

Donna began writing creatively as a child; then she went to college, where creative writing was all but beaten out of her.   She picked up the pen again after she swore off pursuits of higher education and has been extremely happy ever since.

Donna served as president of the Board for the Literary Hill BookFest (2016-2018) and led the first monthly fiction book club at East City Bookshop  (2016-2018).

Our application process is straightforward, and there are no application or membership fees.   To learn how to apply, please click Read More...

RECRUITMENT SEASONS

Starting January 2021, I will be launching writing groups under the PowerWriters brand via my website, donnasokol.com .

I have three recruitment seasons –Spring, Summer, and Fall–during which I form new writing groups based on the number of interested applicants. After a group forms, consenting members can add new members as needed or desired throughout the year. If you submit an application after the close of a recruitment period, I will hold your application for consideration until the next recruitment period.

To handle the growing membership, I will be orienting new members online. Instead of attending an in-person orientation, writers will receive an invitation to the online orientation , which is a live event you attend via Zoom. You’ll meet your new writing group members at the end of orientation! Soon after, you’ll receive an email from me with all your members’ names and email addresses. You’ll start meeting with your new group about 2 weeks after orientation.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

Please visit the PowerWriters page on donnasokol.com for the latest application deadlines.

No writing sample is necessary to apply.   Applications are due at 11:59 PM on the last day of open recruitment. 

If you are accepted, you will receive a confirmation email with a notice to save the date for the season’s orientation.

CHWG members are between the ages of 27 and 70 and represent an ethnic and racial cross-section of   Washington DC.   And, yes, we allow residents of Maryland and Virginia to become members!

Below are the writing groups that are currently part of the CHWG network. Click the plus sign to read more about each group.

If you see an existing group that is currently recruiting new members, you may request to join that group in your application. Acceptance depends on the applicant’s fit with the other group members and on available spots. New groups form four times a year. Check the Apply page for more information on application deadlines.

The Core Group

Write on the hill, the mightier swords, h street fiction, capitol quills, the morning group.

We also like image of the morning – that of a bright, fresh start, the beginning of something new, never before explored – all that writing means to us and we hope our final products will become.

We are working on fiction and non-fiction. We are starting new pieces and revising earlier works.

Night Writers

Writers write, the go group, the role breakers, solid scribes, the red line district, saturday speculative fiction group, red line emissaries, still writing.

District Writers' Academy

Writing Tutoring and Small-Group Writing Classes

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Our Mission: To Inspire and Empower Young Writers

District Writers’ Academy’s mission is to create a safe, inspiring and fun place for pre-teens and teens to learn how to write—and to learn to love writing. Whether you want to increase your child’s confidence and academic performance as a writer or encourage your child to explore their creativity, our private writing tutoring and small group writing classes for kids will support them and help them find their voice.

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Every Child Can Be a Good Writer

At District Writers’ Academy, we know that every child can be a good writer if they are taught the skills in a creative, patient, nonjudgmental environment. Our small-group writing classes and private tutoring sessions are hands-on, visual, interactive, and designed to build confidence and joy in the writing process.  We love seeing miracle transformations in students when they discover the power of their voice!

Teaching that Builds Trust

Kids quickly see that our writing classes and tutoring are different. As writers, we don't just tell them what their writing should look like, or where the commas go--we actually teach them HOW to get the results they want. We teach them the skills and strategies that we, as writers, have learned to make their own writing come to life. We understand the writing process realistically and teach students how to navigate it efficiently and effectively. This is the kind of teaching that inspires trust, that makes them writers for life.

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Private Writing Tutoring

One-on-one sessions to enhance performance

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Academic Support Classes

For Academic Enrichment and College Prep.

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Creative Writing Classes

Fiction, Poetry, Creative Expression

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Summer Writing Camps

Academic, creative, and college-prep options!

Suzanne is an incredibly gifted writing teacher. When I was younger, I struggled a lot with synthesizing my thoughts into a coherent form of writing. Suzanne exhibited tremendous patience. She worked with me for hours and tutored me consistently throughout high school as I transformed as a writer. Suzanne helped me discover my creativity and confidence, and most importantly, she taught me how to love writing. My teachers even noticed a change in my writing and confidence, and I went on to major in a writing-intensive area of studies in my undergrad. Thank you so much, Suzanne

“It was fun! There were many writing exercises that I had never explored before. My instructor was very helpful and encouraging. We all took turns sharing our work, and everyone was kind. It made me feel very secure.”

"Suzanne convinced my kid that her creativity is worth sharing. I feel great knowing those foundational skills and confidence will benefit my daughter well into college and beyond.”  

“Camp was very fun because I felt like, as much as the teacher was teaching us, we were all working together and sharing thoughts and feedback as a group.” 

“Suzanne heavily influenced both of our children to open up and write like nobody had ever done before!  She has a gift!!”

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Georgetown University.

Georgetown University Writing Program

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Welcome to the Writing Program

The Georgetown University Writing Program serves students and faculty across Georgetown’s main campus in a variety of ways:

  • Coordinating the Writing requirements in the Georgetown core, including a first-year writing course – the Writing and Culture Seminar (WRIT 1150) – and the Integrated Writing  requirement within the major
  • Providing one-on-one support to students at all levels through the  Georgetown Writing Center , including the main Center in Lauinger Library
  • Developing Writing for Others courses, which challenge students to meet the needs of authentic audiences on campus as well as in Washington, DC (funded by the Enhancing and Transforming the Core Curriculum Initiative )
  • Collaborating with faculty colleagues to design new ways to teach writing, whether in the McDonough School of Business , in the College’s science departments, or elsewhere on campus
  • Partnering with a range of campus projects, including the Center for Multicultural Equity and Access , the Prisons and Justice Initiative , and The Capitol Applied Learning Labs
  • Conducting research on writing at Georgetown

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Young people have important things to say

826DC helps DC students strengthen their writing skills, share what matters to them, and build a lifelong relationship with writing.

Free, year-round writing and publishing programs for DC students ages 6-18

We host programs at our Columbia Heights writing center, in schools, and in community spaces across the city.

After-School Writing Lab

A writing community for students, hosted at 826DC.

In-School Writing, Editing, and Publishing

Flexible short-and long-term writing residencies in collaboration with K-12 teachers.

Writing Workshops

Exploratory writing sessions across diverse topics and genres, outside of school.

Reading All-Stars

A Saturday morning literacy program for Harriet Tubman Elementary School students.

Field Trips

Two-hour writing and bookmaking experiences for the whole class.

Young Authors’ Book Project

A full-year classroom writing project, culminating in a book to be shared with readers across DC.

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Spark a love of writing in your classroom

Check out our library of tips, tricks, and techniques to make teaching and learning writing skills more dynamic and fun.

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Writers supporting writers

We’re a team of lifelong writers and educators who believe that writing is a fundamental tool for possibility. We recognize that for any individual to fully step into their own power, writing must be part of their skillset.

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Get Involved

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826DC is sustained by people who care as much as we do about young people. From jobs and internships, to volunteering, to donating, we invite you to help us support writing education in more classrooms.

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Washington, D.C., Resources for Writers

Here you’ll find a collection of resources for writers in Washington, D.C., from conferences to local critique groups to literary magazines. If you’re looking for writing groups near you, writing workshops near you, creative writing classes near you, or simply a place to hang out with writers or submit your work, these are some Washington, D.C., writing organizations you might want to check out:

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For more than a decade, WriteByNight has helped writers in D.C. and beyond achieve their literary goals. And we want you to be next! Claim your free consultation  to learn about WBN’s customizable  one-on-one writers’ services , including:

Book Coaching :  If you’re writing a book and want some help along the way.

Manuscript Critique : If you’ve written a book and want a beta read, critique, or writing workshop.

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A literary arts organization offering writing workshops, an author series, and eventually a writer’s residency in Winchester, VA.

D.C.’s branch of the nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting students ages 6-18 with their creative and expository writing skills, and to helping teachers inspire their students to write.

Capitol Hill Arts Workshop

Offers classes and writing workshops in a wide variety of genres.

Conversations and Connections

Annual conference run by  Barrel House that features editors from a mix of established and cutting-edge literary magazines and small presses, all of whom will help you take the next step in publishing your work.

Hurston/Wright Workshop

A 2-day writing workshop for writers published or unpublished; offers peer review, instructor feedback, and a community of African American writers with which to share ideas and solutions.

The Inner Loop

A literary reading series and network in the D.C. metro area that also offers writing contests, residencies, retreats, and more.

An organization offering writing workshops, readings, retreats, write-ins, and more for writers in D.C., Virginia, and Maryland.

National Book Festival

The Library of Congress’ annual 2-day festival featuring author readings, signings, panel discussions and much more.

Politics and Prose Classes and Trips

Writing workshops and literary excursions from one of D.C.’s most popular bookstores.

Shout Mouse Press

A nonprofit press offering writing workshops and professional publication, allowing young people (12+) from marginalized backgrounds to sharpen their writing and storytelling skills and gain experience publishing their work.

Split This Rock

Dedicated to revitalizing poetry as a living, breathing art form with profound relevance in our daily lives and struggles. Its programs integrate poetry of provocation and witness into movements for social justice and support the poets of all ages who write and perform this vital work.

Stand-Up Studios

Comedy and storytelling classes for all levels.

Story District

Gives voice to people’s life experiences, supports artistic expression, builds community, and contributes to D.C.’s cultural capital and creative economy by promoting and teaching the art of autobiographical storytelling.

The Writer’s Center

Cultivates the creation, publication, presentation and dissemination of literary work through writing workshops, author readings and panels, and more.

Help us add to this list, Washington, D.C.-ans! Do you know of writing groups near you, writing workshops near you, creative writing classes near you, or a Washington, D.C., literary journal we should be aware of? Let us know here

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Your Guide To The Washington D.C. Writing Scene

Washington D.C. … the beloved Nation’s Capitol is home to countless museums, sports teams, universities, and of course a thriving population of creative folks who want to live and work in the hustle and bustle of a busy metropolis. From the uneven brick sidewalks of Georgetown to the breathtaking modernity of City Place, D.C. has every type of space, all sorts of companies, and for the avid writer, some of the best places in the country to gain a bit of perspective all while crafting brilliant works of art.

Making a Living as a Washington D.C. Writer

Washington D.C. writers have countless opportunities to work on both a freelance and salaried basis. According to Glassdoor , as a content writer you can expect to earn approximately $60,000. If you want to branch out into a role as a content marketing manager, then you can anticipate earning approximately $79,000, while copywriters can earn between $53,00 and $83,000. From working for government contractors as a proposal writer, to writing content for small sized businesses or large corporations, to working as a journalist, Washington D.C. has a wide array of writing opportunities for the savvy and persistent professional.

Educational Opportunities for Writers to Advance in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. might be home to more Smithsonian museums then you can see in a day, but it is also boasts an impressive 20 colleges and universities throughout its historic streets. The local universities offer a wealth of knowledge and opportunities for anyone interested in auditing a class, signing-up for a writing or editing course, or learning how to make a business plan that will help you achieve success as a freelance writer, editor, or content marketer. The top five local universities include, Georgetown University, University of Maryland – College Park, George Washington University, American, and Howard University. Be sure to check out the university forums to find writer workshops, seminars, and genre-specific writer groups.

Writing Meet Up Groups in Washington D.C.

Whether you prefer the hustle and bustle of the City Place business district, like the popularity of local day time haunts on 14th, H street, or U street, or prefer to head to the historic areas of Georgetown, one thing is certain, no matter what subway you take or where your feet head, you will find writer groups huddled together over their laptops. The most popular Washington D.C. writing groups include:

  • The Writer’s Center  — This robust literary group features more than 50 events per year, has a large book gallery, offers local fellowships, and even has workspaces that can be rented.
  • Split This Rock  — This unique writers group focuses on poetry that will have a positive impact and promote social change. The group puts on several readings, workshops, an annual festival, and community collaboration events throughout the year.
  • Capitol Hill Writers Group  — The Capitol Hill Writers Group works to connect writers with fellow industry experts, while simultaneously giving writers the support that they need to succeed in their freelance careers.
  • Meetup Writing Groups  — The ever-popular Meetup.com features numerous writing groups of all sizes. The groups range in topics from creative writing, to poetry, to developing freelance skills.

Washington D.C. Conferences for Writers to Consider in 2019 

Washington D.C. is a fantastic place to live, learn, connect, and enjoy life as a writer, editor, or content strategist. For anyone who is interested in enjoying the perks of an educational boost, the following two Washington D.C. conferences are sure to be both entertaining and informative.

  • Washington Writers Conference  — Held May 10th – 11th, this writer-focused conference is all about getting your pitches in front of literary agents from D.C., NYC, and Boston.
  • Chesapeake Writing Workshop  — On July 13th this full-day writing event in Arlington, VA (located just over the bridge from D.C.) will focus on “How to Get Published.”

Workshops, Classes, and More for Writers in Washington D.C.

Whether you have been living in Washington D.C. for years, or are new to its bustling streets, there are several upcoming events that offer the continuing education courses that you need to sharpen your pen, fine tune your editing skills, and learn new literary skills.

  • The Writer’s Center  — Be sure to visit their website for a list of upcoming events, author meet-and-greet sessions, and individual workshops that will help you on your journey to becoming a highly sought-after freelancer.
  • Storytelling: A Workshop Series in Creative Nonfiction  — This multi-part series is the ideal choice for anyone interested in learning more about crafting personal essays, long form travel pieces, professional profiles, and more.
  • DC Writes! A Petworth Writers Workshop  — Located at the Petworth Library, this workshop is for any type of writer. Young or old, new to the game or seasoned veteran, no matter how you describe your literary prowess, you can benefit from what is sure to be an informative event. Be sure to bring your business cards so that you can connect with your fellow industry professionals.

The Best Places for Writers to Write in Washington D.C.

It’s no secret that Washington D.C. is filled with a vibrant history. However, while far too many people think that writing should only occur at the most talked about coffee shops or from the stacks of the local library, there are in fact a few hidden gems that invite creative literary inspiration. If you don’t have a set budget in mind, then be sure to head to Boulangerie Christophe (a French bakery in Georgetown that happens to have free WiFi and a very understanding staff who don’t mind if you spend four hours at a table and only order a salad). Speaking of Georgetown, the banks of the Potomac or the Georgetown campus make for great writing spots. If you do prefer the smells of freshly brewed coffee, then be sure to visit any of the Compass Coffee locations, Peregrine Espresso on 14th, or Busboys and Poets for your local fare meets coffee meets fantastic cocktail spot.

Community Groups for Writers in Washington D.C.

Washington D.C. might be known for its political scene, but it is also a great creative hub. In fact, Washington D.C. has several community groups that offer classes, events, workshops, and numerous opportunities for writers of all levels to come together and hone their beloved craft.

  • Editorial Freelancers Association  — While this is technically an online group, it does offer a great platform to connect with local Washington D.C. (and D.C. metro) writers, editors, agents, and companies that are currently hiring in their creative departments.
  • Association of Writers & Writing Programs  — The AWP has several workshops and events throughout the year in Washington D.C. (and the country as a whole). Be on the lookout for their annual conference.
  • The Inner Loop  — This formal writing group is actually a literary reading series that offers various networking opportunities for writers of all ages, styles, and levels. It gives writers a chance to read their works out loud, receive feedback, and embrace the creative journey of coming together with other industry professionals.

Local Companies Hiring Washington D.C. Writers

As large corporations, like Amazon, continue to flock to Washington D.C. content writers, editors, marketing professionals, and copywriters should be on the lookout for new and exciting opportunities. A quick look on LinkedIn, or conducting a Google search, will help you to discover the latest writing jobs. In this vein, a few of the companies that are currently hiring include Sidwell Friends School, Jubilee Housing, Clutch, and the US News & World Report.

Digital Marketing Agencies

The Washington D.C. area is home to numerous digital marketing agencies. In fact, many of these agencies offer writers the unique opportunity to find new work, network with industry professionals, gain new skills, and produce amazing content for their growing portfolios. A few of the digital marketing agencies in Washington D.C. include:

  • Interactive Strategies
  • Silverback Strategies

Content Platforms

Content platforms offer writers, editors, and content marketing creators a chance to meet new clients, gain valuable experience, and most importantly earn a living while following their literary passions. A few content platforms that can propel you on your journey to career success include:

  • WriterAccess  — This Boston-based, award-winning content platform is home to more than 15,000 freelance writers, editors, content strategists, and translators. It also boasts a client list that features more than 25,000 entrepreneurs and businesses.  Apply now  to begin or enhance your freelance writing career.
  • Skyword  — This content marketing platform gives freelance writers a chance to work with top brands throughout the United States.
  • Scripted  — This digital content platform offers freelance writers a chance to connect with businesses and agencies throughout the globe.

Join the Ranks of the Best Freelance Writers in the World!

Washington D.C. might be the Nation’s Capitol, but it is also home to an amazing array of creative talents. There is no time like the present to join the ranks of your fellow industry professionals. Whether you want to find a salaried position, or prefer the flexibility of being a freelancer, Washington D.C. offers countless opportunities for you to begin and enhance your career as a writer, editor, content strategist, or translator. Discover your new freelance writing home in Washington D.C. today!

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Getting Your Poetry Published

The Writer's Center

This intensive one-day workshop will offer all poets—whether they have yet to submit their first poem to a literary journal or are ready to present a publisher with a book-length manuscript—hands-on advice on how to achieve their publishing goals.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Washington

Categories: Poetry, Publishing

Level: Beginner

Class size: Limited

Price: $50.00

Start date: April, 2024

Website: https://writer.org/event/getting-your-poetry-published/

Using the Tools of Fiction in Nonfiction

Whether you are crafting an essay or writing a memoir, the tools of fiction can bring depth and suspense to your work. This class will cover four tools of fiction. We will examine contemporary examples of each tool used in nonfiction, and then we will practice them with generative exercises.

Categories: Essay, Memoir, Nonfiction

Website: https://writer.org/event/using-the-tools-of-fiction-in-no...

How to Tell Your Story

This workshop is intended to help with all creative projects and how to navigate through ideas. This workshop will include a couple prompts to get the creative juices flowing, and some light lesson methodologies on ways to ease into projects, followed with a QA session.

Categories: Book, Fiction, Short Story

Website: https://writer.org/event/how-to-tell-your-story-2/

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Sonnet Crash Course

Guided by an award-winning and internationally published author of sonnets, villanelles, and other metrical poems, you’ll first read time-honored sonnets to see how and why they work. Next the class will write a group sonnet, and then — with or without shortcuts — you’ll start one of your own.

Categories: Poetry

Website: https://writer.org/event/fa23fic23i/

Writing Compelling Scenes

The building blocks of any short story, novel, memoir, or work of creative nonfiction are scenes. Elements discussed in this fast-paced, half-day class will include Perspective, Setting, Emotion, Action, Dialogue and Exposition—as well as the most effective types of scene openings and endings.

Categories: Book, Fiction

Website: https://writer.org/event/writing-compelling-scenes/

How Poems Begin

Poets and poems are often remembered for their opening lines, but is there a “right” or at least a “better” way to begin a poem? In this workshop, we will explore some of the ways in which poets have traditionally chosen to open their poems and what these strategies achieve.

Website: https://writer.org/event/how-poems-begin/

Creative Courage and Self-Care for Writers

This workshop addresses the overlooked work of cultivating the discernment, mindset and habits necessary to sustain us through the emotional challenges of the creative life. In this class, you will work through writing exercises that identify limiting beliefs, clarify your needs and motivations, and rejuvenate your creative process.

Categories: Book, Fiction, Nonfiction

Website: https://writer.org/event/creative-courage-and-self-care-f...

Show and Tell Intensive

A tutorial workshop on the single most important skill any writer can have. Skilled writers make readers feel and intuit exactly what they want them to by using the technique of showing writing. No other element of craft promises this immediacy and power to bring a work to life.

Website: https://writer.org/event/fa23non14b/

How to Write a Lot!

You may think you don’t have the time, energy, or inspiration to write because of your hectic lifestyle. Wrong! Learn what Kathryn Johnson’s Extreme Novelists know about organizing their time, establishing a productive writing routine, and getting their stories written. Become the dedicated author you’ve always dreamed of being.

Categories: Book, Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry

Course length: 8 (Self-paced with asynchronous teaching)

Website: https://writer.org/event/how-to-write-a-lot/

Intro to Sketch Comedy (Online)

DC Improv Comedy School

A beginner's guide to sketch comedy that will take you from a premise to a fully realized sketch. This course will walk you through the elements of a sketch and how to write good sketches; it also features workshop sessions where you'll do read-throughs and get feedback on writing assignments.

Categories: Comedy

Class size: 14

Price: $100.00

Start date: Open all year round

Website: https://www.dcimprov.com/comedy-school/sketch/bad-medicin...

Categories: Book, Poetry, Publishing

Course length: 1 (2.5 hours)

Price: $60.00

Creative Writing Academy

Georgetown University

This program is designed for high school students to transform their ideas into creative written works. It includes dynamic lectures on craft topics, workshop sessions, and peer feedback. The academy covers various creative writing genres and aspects of the publishing industry, including opportunities for students to read their work at notable literary locations in Washington, D.C. The estimated tuition is $3,389, which includes housing and meals for residential students, with a reduced rate for commuters.

Categories: Poetry, Short Story, Essay

Price: $3,225.00

Website: https://summer.georgetown.edu/programs/SHS07/creative-wri...

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The nation’s capital isn’t just for the business suits—it’s also the halls of some towering literary history. From Walt Whitman to Langston Hughes, many of literature’s greatest stars have sat down on the Mall and emerged with their most enduring hits. So if you, too, are looking to work at this craft, you may want to consider taking a creative writing class in Washington.  

This directory of the best writing courses in Washington is meant to help you locate the right one for yourself.  We’ve included filters for price and genre so that you can quickly sort through the writing classes. And before you commit to any one writing class, consider the following questions:

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The University of Washington English Department's Creative Writing Program offers a BA in English with a concentration in Creative Writing and a two-year Master of Fine Arts  degrees in Poetry and Prose. 

Founded in 1947 by Theodore Roethke, the Creative Writing Program's tradition of transformative workshops continues with our current faculty:  David Bosworth , Nikki David Crouse ,  Rae Paris ,  David Shields,  and  Maya Sonenberg  (Prose), and  Linda Bierds (part-time) ,  Andrew Feld ,  Richard Kenney,  and  Pimone Triplett  (Poetry).  They include among their many honors fellowships from the MacArthur Foundation, the Guggenheim Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as prizes such as the Flannery O’Connor Award in Short Fiction and the McCarthy Prize. The list of our alumni publications represents a significant chapter in the history of American literature. 

The MFA Program remains purposely small, admitting only ten students per year. The relatively small size of our program (20 students at most at any given time) allows for close associations to develop among students and faculty. The first year is devoted to participation in workshops and literary seminars, and the second year allows for concentrated work on a creative manuscript and critical essay under the supervision of two creative writing faculty members. 

The BA in English with a Creative Writing Concentration prepares students not only to be more effective communicators and artists, but also creative problem solvers and more nuanced critical thinkers. By situating small, student-oriented writing workshops alongside literary models, Creative Writing classes enhance the broader study of literature and critical theory, helping students gain a greater understanding of the social and cultural forces informing their work. A student completing the program is more able to situate themselves in a larger aesthetic and social context and make more meaningful, informed decisions about their own artistic practice. In addition, through the intense practice of creative writing, students are able to see the world more clearly, in a more nuanced and meaningful manner, and apply these skills to a wide variety of work and life situations.

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Program Coordinator: Shannon Mitchell 

Graduate Program Advisor: Tim Cosgrove

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ENGL 115: Writing Studio is a 2-credit (C/NC) course that meets two days a week for 50 minutes. This studio is designed for students who are currently taking an English composition class and who want to continue developing their ability to understand and produce writing for academic purposes. This course specifically focuses on the linguistic aspects of writing by working with you to analyze academic texts in order to learn about writing from them, think critically about your grammatical choices, revise papers rhetorically, and learn how to give and receive valuable feedback. While this course has traditionally been provided as a service to students who self-identify as multilingual and international students, we encourage all students interested in further cultivating their language and revising skills to consider enrolling in this low-stakes studio course.

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    The University of Washington English Department's Creative Writing Program offers a BA in English with a concentration in Creative Writing and a two-year Master of Fine Arts degrees in Poetry and Prose.. Founded in 1947 by Theodore Roethke, the Creative Writing Program's tradition of transformative workshops continues with our current faculty: David Bosworth, Nikki David Crouse, Rae Paris ...

  21. Course Catalog

    The courses listed below are offered on a regular basis by the DC Improv Comedy School. Workshops and classes taught by special guest instructors are not included on this list. ... A six-week writing-focused course that will help you create a portfolio of sketches. Level 2 | Level 2 Sketch Comedy Online. ... Washington, DC 20036 202.296.7008 ...

  22. Spring 2024: ENGL 115 Writing Studio, 2 credits, for international and

    The PWR has a writing studio class, English 115, which is a 2-credit C/NC course designed to give extra support for students in thinking through the language aspect of their writing: grammar, rhetorical choices, understanding complex texts, revision strategies, and ways to navigate cultural and linguistic differences. We recommend that multilingual students in a C or W course this quarter ...