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writing workshop

[ ˈraɪtɪŋ ˈwɜrkˌʃɒp ]

Noun

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creative writing

A writing workshop is a group gathering where writers come together to share and critique each other's work. It is a collaborative and supportive environment where participants can give and receive feedback on their writing.

Synonyms

creative writing class, writer's group.

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Word	Description / Examples
writing workshop	Occurs in a structured setting where writers come together to receive feedback, improve their skills, and learn specific writing techniques. It is often led by an experienced writer or instructor. I'm attending a writing workshop this weekend to improve my short stories. The writing workshop includes peer reviews and instructor feedback.
writer's group	A casual or formal assembly of writers who meet regularly to share their work, offer feedback, and support each other. Often member-led and more informal than a workshop or class. Our writer's group meets every Tuesday night at the library. Joining a writer's group has really helped me stay motivated and get feedback on my novel.
creative writing class	Part of an educational program where participants learn about different forms of creative writing, such as poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. It usually involves various assignments and structured lessons. I signed up for a creative writing class at the community college. The creative writing class covers topics like character development and plot structure.

Word

Description / Examples

writing workshop

Occurs in a structured setting where writers come together to receive feedback, improve their skills, and learn specific writing techniques. It is often led by an experienced writer or instructor.

I'm attending a writing workshop this weekend to improve my short stories.
The writing workshop includes peer reviews and instructor feedback.

writer's group

A casual or formal assembly of writers who meet regularly to share their work, offer feedback, and support each other. Often member-led and more informal than a workshop or class.

Our writer's group meets every Tuesday night at the library.
Joining a writer's group has really helped me stay motivated and get feedback on my novel.

creative writing class

Part of an educational program where participants learn about different forms of creative writing, such as poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. It usually involves various assignments and structured lessons.

I signed up for a creative writing class at the community college.
The creative writing class covers topics like character development and plot structure.

Examples of usage

Attending a writing workshop helped me improve my storytelling skills.
In the writing workshop, we discussed different techniques for character development.

Translations

Translations of the word "writing workshop" in other languages:

🇵🇹 oficina de escrita

🇮🇳 लेखन कार्यशाला

🇩🇪 Schreibwerkstatt

🇮🇩 lokakarya menulis

🇺🇦 письменницький воркшоп

🇵🇱 warsztaty pisarskie

🇯🇵 ライティングワークショップ

🇫🇷 atelier d'écriture

🇪🇸 taller de escritura

🇹🇷 yazı atölyesi

🇰🇷 글쓰기 워크숍

🇸🇦 ورشة الكتابة

🇨🇿 psací dílna

🇸🇰 dielňa písania

🇨🇳 写作工作坊

🇸🇮 delavnica pisanja

🇮🇸 skrifstofu vinnustofa

🇰🇿 жазу шеберханасы

🇬🇪 წერის სემინარი

🇦🇿 yazı seminarı

🇲🇽 taller de escritura

Etymology

The concept of a writing workshop originated in the early 20th century as a way for writers to come together to improve their craft. It was popularized by influential writing teachers such as Paul Engle and Wallace Stegner. Writing workshops have since become a common practice in creative writing programs and communities around the world, providing writers with valuable feedback and support.