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Meet THe Team
This six-month fiction cohort is designed for writers seeking a flexible yet focused environment to make meaningful progress on their manuscript—whether you’re working on short stories or a novel. With a maximum of 10 participants, this cohort offers personalized feedback, goal-setting, and accountability, all from the convenience of an online setting. It’s an ideal option for both local and remote writers looking to work closely with peers and an experienced instructor.
Monthly Meetings (Online via Zoom):
Once a month, we’ll gather over Zoom for a two-hour session, where you’ll have dedicated time to workshop excerpts from your manuscript. In these meetings, we’ll dive deep into narrative arcs, key craft elements, and larger project goals. Not every meeting will focus on page-by-page feedback—sometimes we’ll zero in on overall story structure or a specific scene, allowing for tailored discussions that propel your project forward. Workshopping one writer’s piece can also provide invaluable insights for others, fostering a rich, collaborative learning experience.
Monday, 1/27, 5-7pm CT
Monday, 2/24, 5-7pm CT
Monday, 3/31, 5-7pm CT
Monday, 4/28, 5-7pm CT
Monday, 5/19, 5-7pm CT (avoiding 5/26 which is Memorial Day)
Monday, 6/30, 5-7pm CT
Between Meetings (Asynchronous):
In between sessions, you’ll stay connected through a shared Google Drive, where you can submit drafts and offer feedback. You’ll also have the option to engage in additional check-ins or discussions, whether through written feedback or brief one-on-one meetings. This flexible structure ensures continuous progress on your manuscript, while still providing opportunities for personalized guidance and accountability.
What You’ll Gain:
• Personalized feedback on your work-in-progress. Whether focusing on a single excerpt or discussing your manuscript’s larger structure, you'll receive tailored insights each month.
• Craft discussions on fiction writing. Each month, we’ll explore elements like narrative drive, character development, and revision strategies that elevate your writing.
• Accountability and goal-setting. Together, we’ll set personalized goals, holding each other accountable and ensuring you maintain steady progress.
• Community support. You’ll join a small, dedicated group of fellow writers who share your passion for storytelling, providing feedback, camaraderie, and motivation.
By the end of the six months, you’ll not only have made substantial progress on your manuscript but also have a deeper understanding of your writing process and the tools needed for future revisions.
Loie Rawding grew up on the coast of Maine. Her novel, Tight Little Vocal Cords, was a finalist for the Big Other Book Awards and a Lambda Literary Most Anticipated Books of 2020. A Pushcart Prize nominee, Loie's writing and literary criticism has been in publication all over the world. She lives in East Nashville with her family and is currently at work on her third novel-length project. For more: www.loierawding.com
“Loie was a terrific instructor. She built a strong rapport immediately with her students and led reflective discussions. Her written reviews are thorough and it is clear she puts a significant amount of time into the organization of the class. I was inspired and challenged by her comments and with each session.”
“Loie was wonderful. She treated everyone's work with equal seriousness and insight, fostered a supportive atmosphere among the group, and really motivated us to do our best work. I'll absolutely recommend her classes to others.”
“Loie is so supportive. She forced us all to really dig deep into what story we were all trying to tell in our first drafts. I’m thankful for all the feedback and advice on how to pursue publishing that she was able to offer. I’d love to take another class from her again!”
