Write It Anyway tomorrow

Hi all,

Just a quick note that TOMORROW, Wednesday, April 29, 6-8PM EST (and every last Wednesday of the month) I’ll be hosting a FREE two-hour generative writing workshop for writers of all levels who are interested in exploring writing as a tool for healing and shame resilience. Did I mention it’s free? To register, send me an email at melissa.petro@gmail.com

I’m also teaching a couple upcoming courses this Spring:

From Inspiration to Publication I Saturday, May 2, 10 AM – 4 PM EST

This is daylong workshop for creative folks curious about publishing shortnonfiction including memoir, personal essays and op-eds. You’ll learn everything there is to know about where good ideas come from, who wants our writing, and how to write a successful pitch.

$250 I To sign up, email melissa.petro@gmail.com

Nailed It! One-Day Nonfiction Book Development Intensive I Tuesdays, June 10 + 17, 2026, 6-9PM EST

A 2 session intensive designed for writers of memoir, hybrid memoir, narrative nonfiction, and concept-driven nonfiction, focusing on the essential building blocks of a successful book: a sharp premise, a defined audience, a strong market position, and a cohesive chapter outline.

Register at Narratively Academy (TBA!)

Writing for Shame Resilience I In-person event on June 27, 10AM - 6 PM EST @ The New Center for Holistic Learning (Balance Arts Center, 151 W. 30th St, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10001)

For writers looking to kickstart—or deepen—their creative practice, this immersive experience will guide you in transforming the lesser-explored aspects of yourself and your experience into outstanding literary nonfiction.

$275 nonmembers I For more information or to register, visit the link: https://www.newcenterny.org/event/shame-how-writing-can-change-our-greatest-vulnerability-into-our-greatest-strength/

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