Fall 2026 Registration is OPEN!
Session Dates: September 10 – December 17
Just starting to write? Check out our Where Do I Begin? classes.
Ready to write that memoir? We have beginner’s and more advanced classes for that.
Want to hone in on a specific genre? We have mystery, romance, creative non-fiction, short fiction, poetry, writing for children, and more.
Starting or well into drafting your novel? We offer beginners through advanced workshops to take it to the next level.
Have a child or teen with a wild imagination and tales to tell? We have classes for grades 3-12.
Classes in our New Jersey Locations and Online.
See our fall schedules and
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Late Start Summer Workshops for Adults
It’s not too late to dive into your writing with
Beginning Your Novel – Tuesdays at 10AM with Gabrielle Sher – starts July 21 – FIVE WEEKS
Writing Short Stories & Flash Fiction – Thursdays at 10AM with Caitlin Barasch – starts July 30 – FOUR WEEKS
The Novel Continuum – Thursdays at 7PM with Caitlin Barasch – starts July 30 – FOUR WEEKS
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Uncommon Apps: Making Your College Essays Stand Out
• July 27-31 at Drew University in Madison, NJ
• August 3-7 – Virtual Workshop
Writing your college essay is an opportunity to show your best and most authentic self. It shouldn’t be a source of stress and worry! During these workshops, we’ll demystify the process as we walk through the stages of writing from brainstorming and drafting through revising, editing, and polishing. Students will write in class, then share and receive feedback through a combination of group, peer, and brief one-on-one instructor consultations. When the workshop is done, you should be well on your way to an authentic essay that will grab college admissions’ attention.
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2026 Summer Creative Writing Intensives
for Teens Who Love to Write!
Spaces still available! Three week-long sessions: July 13-31
If your teen loves to write, The Writers Circle’s Summer Creative Writing Intensives are the place to be. Students develop their voices and writing ideas in a generous, creative environment with professional authors as instructors. Each week they’ll choose from two different genres to focus on – fiction, poetry, sci-fi/fantasy, and more. They’ll focus on their own writing projects as well as new work inspired by creative exercises and prompts, and receive supportive, constructive feedback from instructors and peers. Literary inter-activities and group writing adventures, plus a reading on Friday will round out the week. They’ll also have the chance to submit their work for publication in The Writers Circle’s online journal.
Join us for one, two, or all three weeks!
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WORDSMASH!
Summer creative writing mini-camps for rising grades 3-5 and 6-7
Let WordSMASH spark a love of writing and reading this summer! Our two-hour/day, week-long mini-camps are chock-full of writing games, wacky prompts, and time to sink into a favorite book just to read! Seasoned writers will be challenged by story starters unlike anything they’ve seen in school. Reluctant writers will find TWC’s interactive games and prompts an irresistible invitation to start creating. Our collaborative, energetic environment will lay the foundation for kids to let loose and let the words flow.
Sessions in Madison, NJ, and on Zoom.
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What’s Up with KidLit?
Industry expert panel on crafting stories for young readers
Sunday, September 27 @ 2 PM
From enchanting picture books to riveting young adult novels, books have the power to turn young people into lifelong readers. But children’s literature has also become a battleground in the culture wars, readership is in deep decline, and AI is everywhere. What is the state of children’s literature today? And what will make your story stand out from the crowd?
This panel features three industry professionals with comprehensive knowledge of the field. Our discussion will provide candid insights into the current children’s literary landscape, evolving children’s publishing trends, and provide practical tips for aspiring writers and insights for parents and educators into the unique challenges and opportunities of children’s publishing today.
Panelists: Maria Russo, Carter Hasagawa, Kat Brzozowski
If you want a clear understanding of how books make a difference, and how yours can stand out in a competitive field, join us.
