The Writers Circle

The Writers Circle Events

Guest Speakers, Writing Retreats, Mini-Workshops & More

September 21: FALL FRESH START - virtual
October 12: AUTUMN MINI-RETREAT at Lord Stirling Park, Basking Ridge, NJ
January 11: WINTER MINI-RETREAT at the Co-Co, Summit,, NJ

MORE EVENTS IN THE WORKS!

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Fall Fresh Start! Move Past Obstacles to Achieve Your Writing Goals

a two-hour workshop for writers of all levels

Want to commit to your writing but find it hard to stick to a routine? Are you sabotaged by self-doubt? Do you want to feel more confident in your writing process?

Carol Goodman, author of twenty-seven novels and two-time winner of the Mary Higgins Clark Award, will share methods she’s developed over twenty-five years of writing to counteract the most common obstacles to writing. This workshop will help writers at every stage and phase. Come prepared to write!

Program	Location	Days/Times	Tuitions/Prices	Action
Fall Fresh Start! Move Past Obstacles to Achieve Your Writing Goals	Zoom	Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 21, 2025 Sunday 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm	$50.00 Fall Fresh Start with Carol Goodman	Register

Autumn Mini-Retreat

BY POPULAR DEMAND, we've added another one-day retreat!

We're returning to Lord Stirling Park for another full day devoted to your writing. Join this hugely popular, now semi-annual event where you'll be inspired to write in the peace and beauty of a truly magical location. Tuck into the comfort of the Environmental Education Center or take a spot on the deck overlooking placid Branta Pond. Enjoy nature walks to inspire your work. Join us for creativity sparking prompts, meditation, and much more.

~Tuition includes breakfast and lunch~

Optional: Receive individual critiques on your work from one of TWC’s author-instructors.

Program	Location	Days/Times	Tuitions/Prices	Action
2025 Autumn Mini-Retreat	Lord Stirling Park Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, USA	Oct 12, 2025 - Oct 12, 2025 Sunday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm	$150.00 2025 Autumn Mini-Retreat - in-person	Register

Winter Mini-Retreat

Get cozy with your writing
in our one-day winter retreat.

Write in the casual comfort of The Co-Co in convenient, downtown Summit, NJ.

Join us for creativity-sparking prompts & craft sessions, writing project planning & goal-setting, and plenty of time to write throughout the day.

~Tuition includes breakfast and lunch~

Optional: Receive individual critiques on your work from one of TWC’s author-instructors.

Program	Location	Days/Times	Tuitions/Prices	Action
2026 Winter Mini-Retreat	426 Springfield Ave, Summit, NJ 07901, USA	Jan 11, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026 Sunday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm	$150.00 2025 Winter Mini-Retreat - in-person	Register

Program Cancellation Policy: Workshops or events that do not reach their minimum registration are at risk of cancellation. Often registrations occur at the last minute. The Writers Circle does its best to wait as long as possible before cancelling any program. Registered students are notified by email approximately 5 days prior to the scheduled program start date if their program is under-registered. Cancellation is announced by email approximately 2 days prior to the scheduled program start date and registered students will be provided with opportunities for alternate programs, credits, or refunds. The best way to ensure that a program runs is to register at least one week prior to the scheduled start of any workshop or event.