This summer, set your creative spirit ablaze with IGNITE!, our inaugural Writing Camp for Adults, to take place in the evenings on the week of June 17. You're welcome to attend all five sessions or opt for individual drop-in sessions as you prefer.
Whether you’re tangled in the web of writer’s block, seeking to establish a steady writing practice, or simply in search of a creative community, IGNITE! is your beacon. Each evening, Monday through Friday, immerse yourself in transformative sessions led by a diverse lineup of instructors, each bringing their own innovative and possibly intersecting approaches to the craft of writing. Our camp caters to enthusiasts of all genres, aiming to motivate, inspire, and perhaps most importantly, to move you from inertia to action. The grand finale? A celebratory open mic night in our cozy backyard setting, where participants, instructors, and community members alike gather to share and revel in the week's harvest of words—all over refreshing drinks and light fare.
• Monday, June 17, 6-8pm: Jumpstarting a Writing Practice with Lisa Bubert
Learn how to start and sustain a writing habit that can withstand the tests of time and distraction.
• Tuesday, June 18, 6-8pm: The Art of Observation with Lauren Nossett
Unlock the potential of your everyday observations to enrich your narratives with vivid detail and life.
• Wednesday, June 19, 6-8pm: Stronger Together with Meredith Lyons
Discover the strength in creative collaboration, and how working together can lift your individual writing to new heights.
• Thursday, June 20, 6-8pm: Rinse Out the Shame with Minda Honey
Explore writing as a means of confronting and cleansing personal and shared shame, liberating your true voice in the process.
• Friday, June 21, 6-8pm: Focus & Flow with Melissa Jean
Embrace mindfulness in your writing to foster focus, flow, and a deeper connection with your creative projects.
• Friday, June 21, 8pm onwards: IGNITE! Open Mic Night
Wrap up IGNITE! Writing Camp with our Open Mic Night—a free event open to all. This celebration under the stars in The Porch’s backyard features a mix of stories, poems, and more, shared by a diverse group of voices. IGNITE! participants get priority sign-up, but all levels and genres are welcome. Enjoy drinks, refreshments, and the camaraderie of fellow writers. Whether you’re sharing or cheering on others, join us for an evening of community and creativity.
Use code EARLYBIRD at checkout for 10% off through May 6! (Porch members, check your email for your special earlybird discount code.)
Meredith grew up in New Orleans, collecting two degrees from Louisiana State University before running away to Chicago to be an actor. In between plays, she got her black belt and made martial arts and yoga her full-time day job. She fought in the Chicago Golden Gloves, ran the Chicago Marathon, and competed for team U.S.A. in the savate world championships in Paris. In spite of doing each of these things twice, she couldn’t stay warm and relocated to Nashville. She owns several swords, but lives a non-violent life, saving all swashbuckling for the page, knitting scarves, gardening, visiting coffee shops, and cuddling with her husband and two panther-sized cats. She is a member of International Thriller Writers and Sisters In Crime. Ghost Tamer is her first novel with A Dagger of Lightning coming in 2025.
"Big fan of Meredith Lyons! She’s a great writer and teacher. Her class gave me great insights and practical ideas to apply to my own work."
"Meredith did a great job, and her class was a ton of fun!"
