Creative Writing Seminar

Join us once a month for an inspiring gathering of writers, dreamers, and storytellers led by Olivia Thomes—writer, educator, and founder of Hare’s Paw Literary Journal. With a BA in Literature & Writing and an MFA in Creative Writing, Olivia brings her passion for language and her deep experience mentoring writers of all ages into a welcoming, energizing space for creative exploration.

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting to put pen to page, this space is a chance to connect with others, stretch your imagination, and grow your craft. Each session includes a mix of writing prompts, guided exercises, feedback opportunities, and conversation about the writing life. Come ready to write, share (if you’d like), and most of all—have fun!

All genres, voices, and levels are welcome. Just bring a notebook, an open mind, and your creative spark.

Let’s write something wonderful—together!

Below are the general themes for each session for the 2025 season! Zoom link will be emailed the day of the session.
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May Session: Responding to media (art, music, photography, etc) through poetry or prose.

June Session: Memoir + personal narrative.

July Session: Enhancing descriptive writing and sensory detail.

August Session: Spoken word and reading aloud techniques.

September Session: Ethical approaches to writing outside your identity.

November Session: What publishers are looking for in your writing + how to write for your audience.

October Session: The image of the witch.

December Session: Magical woman from around the world related to Christmas.