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Pen to Paper
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21
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Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Read like a Writer
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$60
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Mar
23
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08:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Kathryn Schwille
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

Explore fiction by learning to read like a writer as Kathryn Schwille discusses writers' decisions about point of view, dialogue, and character.

Spring Writing Marathon
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$100
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Mar
25
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10:00
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03:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Irene Blair Honeycutt
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
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Through carefully selected prompts and timed writing laps, this writing marathon is focused on helping writers create fresh material in a safe, relaxed environment.

Pen to Paper
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Mar
28
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10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Worldbuilding
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$180
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Mar
28
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18
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Schedule Type Title: Tuesdays
Schedule Description: Two two-hour sessions on consecutive Tuesdays, plus an individual feedback session two weeks later
Sessions: 3
Session Hours: 6.00
Presenter: Sarah Creech
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoom1
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

In this three-part course, we will explore the skill sets required to create vivid, immersive, and wholly original atmospheres and settings in genre and literary fiction by studying established worlds in fiction and incorporating those techniques into our own projects.

Poetry Nightclub with Aimee Nezhukumatathil
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Mar
30
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09:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Presenter: Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Special Instructions: Starlight on 22nd can be found at 422 E 22nd Street in Charlotte, just off N. Davidson. Free parking is available in the fenced lot across the street from Starlight, and along the light rail line on Brevard.
Starlight on 22nd
422 E 22nd Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
Description

Part of Charlotte Lit's new Poetry Nightclub Series, at Starlight on 22nd in NoDa. Ticket includes your first drink.

Poetry Nightclub with Aimee Nezhukumatathil [Under 21]
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Mar
30
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Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Sessions: 1
Session Hours: 2.50
Presenter: Aimee Nezhukumatathil
Special Instructions: Starlight on 22nd can be found at 422 E 22nd Street in Charlotte, just off N. Davidson. Free parking is available in the fenced lot across the street from Starlight, and along the light rail line on Brevard.
Starlight on 22nd
422 E 22nd Street
Charlotte, NC 28206
Description

Part of Charlotte Lit's new Poetry Nightclub Series, at Starlight on 22nd in NoDa. This ticket is for under 21 / non-drinking guests.

Artful and Effective Revision
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$60
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Apr
1
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10:00
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12:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Luke Whisnant
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoom1
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

In this class for writers of all genres, we’ll learn the difference between revision and editing; examine some of the key features of literary style; work on creating an individual voice; and explore a range of options when revising artistically.

Pen to Paper
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Apr
4
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09:30
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10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Lit Up! Charlotte Lit's Annual Celebration
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Apr
5
Wed
PM
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09:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Presenter: Melissa Febos
Special Instructions: Raleigh Street is on the edge of NoDa, a four-minute walk from the Sugar Creek light rail station. There is ample parking on-site.
Charlotte Art League
4237 RALEIGH ST
CHARLOTTE, NC 28213
Description

Charlotte Lit's annual celebration, featuring author Melissa Febos. Free for Charlotte Lit members!

The Quick and the Deep: The Art of Very Short Personal Essays
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$100
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Apr
6
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12:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session, in-person at Charlotte Lit
Sessions: 1
Session Hours: 2.00
Presenter: Melissa Febos
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

A master class with author Melissa Febos

Introduction to Speculative Fiction
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$180
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Apr
6
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Apr
20
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08:00
Schedule Type Title: Thursdays
Schedule Description: Three two-hour sessions on consecutive Thursdays
Sessions: 3
Session Hours: 6.00
Presenter: Tara Campbell
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoom1
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Join us for a three-week introduction to science fiction, fantasy, supernatural, horror, and other ways of working with fantastical elements in fiction.

Lit Social: Write-In, Read & Refresh
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Apr
7
Fri
PM
05:00
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07:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
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Pen to Paper
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Apr
11
Tue
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09:30
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10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Query Your Novel or Memior
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$60
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11
Tue
PM
06:00
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08:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Betsy Thorpe
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoom1
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

In this class, the essential five paragraphs that make up a query letter, including the elevator pitch, author bio, and the dreaded comparison books, in order to find agents and write the best possible query letter.

Runes: Discover the Hidden Power in Words
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$130
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Apr
15
Sat
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09:30
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03:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Jennifer Halls
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

In this class, we’ll look at the connections between our modern alphabet and ancient runes from which our letters emerged, exploring the symbolic properties of each letter, learning how to incorporate them into our everyday and writing lives. This class will involve making our own set of wooden runes as a tool to gain new perspective.

Novel Jumpstart
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$375
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Apr
16
Sun
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May
14
Sun
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Four weeks asynchronous, at your own pace; plus two live sessions via Zoom, April 17 and May 15 at 6 pm.
Sessions: 29
Session Hours: 695.51
Presenter: Megan Rich
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoom1
Asynchronous
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

This four-week, mostly asynchronous studio will help you decide if you want to write a novel, and, if so, will help make the journey easier through the examination of structure, protagonist, worldbuilding, genre, and point of view. This is a great choice if you’re considering applying for Authors Lab.

Pen to Paper
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Pen to Paper
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Apr
18
Tue
AM
09:30
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AM
10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Songwriting Workshop
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$60
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Apr
20
Thu
PM
06:00
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PM
08:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Emily Sage
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

This class offers an introduction to the fundamentals of songwriting—from getting started to writing a memorable chorus. You’ll walk away with a start to your original song, a guide on how to continue writing on your own, and an assortment of exercises to help keep the creativity flowing.

Pen to Paper
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Pen to Paper
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Apr
25
Tue
AM
09:30
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AM
10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Little Notebooks, Big Ideas: Tools for Creative Exploration
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$120
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Apr
29
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10:00
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03:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One four-hour session (plus one hour lunch break)
Presenter: Bryn Chancellor, Timothy Winkler
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

Making notebooks by hand lets writers immerse themselves in the critical early creative process and helps them commit to a project. In this class, we'll make fun, easy, affordable, and portable pocket notebooks in the spirit of zines. We'll use targeted prompts to start to fill the pages with ideas for characters, setting, and scenes before using printmaking and collage to make them our own.

Pen to Paper
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Pen to Paper
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May
2
Tue
AM
09:30
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AM
10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

Everything I Know about Memoir with Judy Goldman
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$60
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May
2
Tue
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08:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Judy Goldman
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

In this workshop Judy will cram every tip she wishes she had known before she started writing personal essays and memoir, such as beginnings, voice, structure, descriptive details, reflection, scene vs. summary, and tension.

Surrealist Games
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$60
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May
4
Thu
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08:00
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: One two-hour session
Presenter: Justin Evans
Charlotte Lit @ hygge Belmont
933 LOUISE AVE
CHARLOTTE, NC 28204
Description

Through discussion and play, this class will access the unconscious parts of us that, among other things, build the dream landscapes we visit in our sleep so that we can bring those images into the light of our writing—and our lives. We’ll explore games of collaboration, chance, and automatic writing developed by members of the Surrealist Movement, all to help generate new ideas and poems. 

Pen to Paper
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Pen to Paper
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May
9
Tue
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09:30
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10:30
Schedule Type Title: Every Day of the Week
Schedule Description: Meets most Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Eastern
Presenter: Kathie Collins / Megan Rich / Paul Reali
Zoom Link: https://www.charlottelit.org/zoomp2p
Virtual via Zoom
Charlotte, NC 28204
Description

Pen to Paper is a free online gathering for writers of any level. Each one-hour session includes a short craft lesson and a writing prompt, 30-40 minutes of writing time, and an opportunity for sharing your work. The environment is casual, supportive, and generative—and helps support you in developing a consistent writing practice.

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