Danielle Lazarin

How do you build a writing practice that allows you to actually practice writing? How do you develop accountability to yourself so that you can get the work you've always wanted to do done? In this one-day seminar, we'll dive deep into how to create a personal, sustainable writing practice, one that doesn’t sacrifice ambition or pleasure. Though we will discuss practical approaches, this is not a productivity class. Rather, it’s a course about assessing your needs and constraints (obligations, energy, caretaking, etc.) — looking frankly at what you have and developing approaches and habits to work with it rather than against it.

I'll lead you through individual reflection and planning exercises that will help you take charge of your writing practice so the work gets done according to your own needs, aims, and constraints. We'll talk about how to create healthy boundaries around working time (and the time itself); set up a writing space; and make actionable plans that meet you where you are now, as well as where you will be in the future. Open to writers of all genres with all levels of experience, this lecture-based class is designed to help the writer understand and optimize their practice wherever they are in their life or writing career.

This is an evolution of my course “Beyond Word Count” taught at Catapult. This course pairs nicely with “Essential Processes for Your Writing Practice” (June 8), but it stands alone.

Meets: Thursday, May 18th, 5-7PM EST, on Zoom
Enrollment: 25
Best for: all levels, all genres
Cost: $75
Open to trades?: Yes! (Please email me at backtalklazarin@gmail.com before enrolling to discuss)

What Clients Have to Say About This Class

Being Danielle's student really jump-started my personal writing process. Her unique insights are both focused and holistic; it's her advice for the journey that helps you get to the destination you want. As a teacher, she's earned my trust, and I hope to take more classes with her. -Student

Danielle’s class catalyzed my re-entry into my novel project. The insightful mix of practical and psychological elements informs me every time I sit down to write. -Student