How the Lessons Work

Five Self-Paced Lessons

• Flexible with options for more writing.
• Focused on writing process and practice.
• Open-ended and nonjudgmental.
• Process Notebook to document your journey.

Suggested Schedule

• Complete all lessons: 4 – 6 weeks
• Time for each lesson: between 1 and 3 hours
• Pacing: one lesson a week
• Self-evaluation: after each lesson

Lesson Activities

Each lesson contains four steps…

1. Dream First (notebook prompt)
2. Write Fast (first draft)
3. Vision Share (visual focus)
4. Think Again (self-reflection/revision)

…and optional activities:

• Stretch (more writing)
• Respond (more reading)

Work Options

• Complete the lessons on your own.
• Do them with a partner or writing group.

Life Goals

1. Get inspired to express yourself.
2. Develop a practice routine to keep writing.
3. Find a community that has your back.