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My approach to writing has been completely transformed after working with Cynthia. The readings and prompts got me to think about writing a poem the same way I think about making a collage or a painting, treating language as I would any medium, responding to what it does rather than willing it into place.”

Timothy

Spring & Fall Cohorts 2023

“It gave me a real boost of confidence… Robert Eversz has a kind way of digging deep into what is working and what isn’t – truly a valuable style. After our interactions I was motivated to write. Wow!”

Jeri

Summer Cohort 2023

“Briana Gwinn is an incredibly caring, sensitive and supportive mentor, who brings the expertise she has developed as an editor for Milkweed Press to bear on workshop discussions, exercises, and participants’ writing. She offers specific suggestions for improvement that are on target and extremely useful.”

Elsie

Fall Cohort 2023