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Caravan Writers Collective · Aug 24, 2026

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So if “less is more” does a theme of “Restless” mean we should actually be getting “more rest?” (I won’t be taking comments on this one.

No, seriously we are still collecting your poems, your essays, for spec fic or meditations on the theme of “restless,” or alternately “restless summer” for the rest of the week so if you don’t have it in…good lawdie make sure to get it into us at: contact@caravanwriterscollective.com.

It’s also not too late to get in on the early bird discounts for our fall classes! (Coming up is the Getting Out of Your Own Way bootcamp September 12th and 13th.)

Weekend Bootcamp w/the Caravan Crew
  • What: The inner critic. Not enough time. Things to do. Imposter syndrome. Overthinking. Under-sleeping. Let’s explore ways of getting out of our own way and letting our writing run free.

  • Hosted by: This one’s with all three of us! Marya Hornbacher, Paul Corman-Roberts, and Holly Starley

  • When: Saturday and Sunday, September 12 and 13, 11 am-2 pm PT / 2-5 pm ET*

  • Regular rate: $250. Early bird rate: $187 ($125 for paid and founding Caravaners).

GETTING OUT OF YOUR WAY - 25% DISCOUNT

*We asked for your input on our bootcamp format, and we’re grateful for your response! Bootcamps will now be two 3-hour sessions on Sa-Su (rather than three 2-hour sessions F-Su). Join us for the season kickoff to see how we’re implementing your insights throughout the session!

And while we’re on the subject of bootcamps, be sure to register for Holly’s hugely popular workshop on…
Weekend Bootcamp w/Holly
  • What: As writers, we’re compelled to speak to the issues closest to our hearts. But how do we avoid preachiness or oversimplification? Writing that weaves mirrors life’s complexities, making the braided form a perfect vehicles for writing on what matters. Through readings, discussions, and guided exercise, explore braiding truth to power in your own voice.

  • Hosted by: Holly Starley

  • When: Saturday & Sunday, September 26 & 27, 11 am-2 pm PT / 2-5 pm ET**

  • Regular rate: $250. Early bird rate: $187 ($125 for paid and founding Caravaners).

BRAIDING TRUTH TO POWER - 25% DISCOUNT

Bust out those fall sweaters and roll up your sleeves - our first full class of the season is Paul’s priceless…
6-Week Course w/Paul
  • What: A deep dive into building and editing a market-ready manuscript designed for self- or third-party publishing. Group feedback, close readings and generative writing will be forged into arcs and themes that support the author’s distinctive voice.

  • Hosted by: Paul Corman-Roberts

  • When: Sundays, October 4 - November 8, 10:30 am-1:30 pm PT / 1:30-4:30 pm ET

  • Regular rate: $300. Early bird rate: $225 ($150 for paid and founding Caravaners).

THE ART OF THE CHAPBOOK - 25% OFF

And at your request, we’re expanding and deepening the creative haven of this summer’s Big Feels Bootcamp with…
6-Week Course w/Marya
  • What: Writing can be an emotional process. Through guided meditations, written reflection, discussion, and generative prompts, we’ll explore ways that both deep feeling and a dedication to craft create balance in our creative lives and strengthen the literary quality and impact of our work.

  • Hosted by: Marya Hornbacher

  • When: Wednesdays 4-6 pm PT / 7-9pm ET Oct 7-Nov 11

  • Regular rate: $500. Early bird rate: $335 ($250 for paid and founding Caravaners).

Register for Big Feels @ 25% Off

And of course, last but not least, please remember to sign up / vote for your favorite classes to guide the roster for Season 5, Fall 2026:

Vote For Your Ideal Class!

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