Find Your Voice and Start Writing!
Whether you are beginning a writing journey, mastering your craft, or exploring the path to publication, BARN Writers’ Studio is for you. From our Write Now online practice sessions to deep dives into fiction, memoirs, poetry, screenplays, and children’s books, BARN can take your writing to the next level. Members can also use the studio as a quiet place to write.
Getting Started in the Studio
Writers’ Studio Calendar
- September 15, 2025
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- September 16, 2025
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Community Roundtable: Indie Publishing
September 16, 2025 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Writers' Studio
- September 18, 2025
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Write Now Thursdays on Zoom (Free, Online)
September 18, 2025 9:30 am - 11:30 am
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Third Thursday: Memoirs with Leza Danly
September 18, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Writers' Studio
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- September 20, 2025
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Metaphors, Storytelling, and Complex Character Building
September 20, 2025 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Fiction and Nonfiction
Novels, screenplays, memoirs, freelancing – there are many avenues for writers to explore. BARN’s Writers’ Studio was created to give you the support you need to keep writing. From classes in character development, dialogue, travel writing, and journaling to book clubs and writers’ groups, BARN writers’ community attracts experienced instructors from around the country.
Poetry
Derived from the Greek poisis “making,” poetry is a craft in which words are building blocks. Often rhythmic, just as often not, poetry stirs our emotions. BARN offers opportunities to find poetry in nature, to create art inspired by poetry, and to read your poetry to others. Our Poetry Toolbox series offers guidance in everything from lines and stanzas to rhymes and repetitions.
Publishing
You’re making good progress on your novel, or historical fiction, or memoir. What happens when you’re “done?” There are so many options for publishing your work – knowing what they are and where your work fits are key. BARN offers instruction in both the craft and business of writing. We can show you how to find an agent, navigate self-publishing, and understand your options in today’s publishing environment.
Upcoming Writers’ Studio Events
Open Studio
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FAQ
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Sallie MaronWriters’ Studio Lead
Writers Studio News
What’s New in the Writers’ Studio
Join us this month as we launch our Book Club! Connect with fellow readers and writers for lively discussions. Our first pick is ”Red Clocks” by best-selling author Leni Zumas. Zumas will be joining us via Zoom to discuss the book and her upcoming release, “Wolf Bells.”
Writers: Annual Collection Coming Soon!
Congratulations to the writers whose work was selected for the inaugural Annual Collection! View a list of authors, bios, and sign up to be ...Full story »
Writers: Annual Collection Selections Announced
The BARN Annual Collection editorial team is pleased to announce the written works and authors selected for the first Writers’ Studio Annual Collection. The number of ...Full story »
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