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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 July 28. You're welcome to attend all five sessions (at a discounted price!) 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 over refreshing drinks.
Monday, July 28, 6-8pm: Jumpstart Your Writing Practice with Lisa Bubert
Tuesday, July 29, 6-8pm: Brainstorm Together with Meredith Lyons
Wednesday, July 30, 6-8pm: The Art of Inspiration—Taking Your Ideas to the Page with Lauren Nossett
Thursday, July 31, 6-8pm: Recovering a Sense of Play in Your Writing with Frank Ewert
Friday, August 1, 6-8pm: Beyond the Draft: A Writer’s Guide to What’s Next with Lauren Thoman
IGNITE! Open Mic Night: Friday, August 1, 8pm onwards
Wrap up IGNITE! Writing Camp with our Open Mic Night, a free event open to all writers. 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. We’ll allot approximately five minutes per reader to ensure everyone has a chance to share their work. 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. Register here.
Meredith grew up in New Orleans, collecting two degrees from LSU before running away to Chicago to be an actor. Between plays, she got her black belt and taught martial arts and yoga. She fought in the Chicago Golden Gloves, ran the Chicago Marathon, and competed in the Savate World Championships in Paris. Although she did each of these twice, she couldn’t stay warm and relocated to Nashville. Her first novel Ghost Tamer is an Amazon Editor's Pick, an IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Winner: Best SciFi Fantasy, an IPPY Award Winner: Best First Book, and a Silver Falchion Winner: Best Book of 2023. Her second novel, A Dagger of Lightning, released April 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!"
"Meredith's writing advice for each person was clear, tailored to each person's needs/interests/goals, and concrete. Great job of setting practical goals and providing productive strategies!"
