Friends, students, colleagues, The first batch of Summer School classes are officially open for enrollment! You'll find an array of low-cost options across multiple topics and genres led by some of your favorite authors, educators, and literary professionals. This summer's courses fall into two categories: - Masterclasses: 90-120 minutes long, these $50 sessions taught by writers like Carmen Maria Machado, Asali Solomon, and Kristen Arnett will take the form of a craft lecture or a moderated Q&A. Many include a free raffle ticket for a fabulous prize (signed books, mostly).
- Workshops: Choose from an hourlong generative writing session ($25) or one of our 3-hour workshops ($75) on poetry, publishing, and more. Many include a free raffle ticket for individual consultations on poems or short essays.
To keep things affordable, our $75 workshops have financial aid options for low-income individuals in the greater Philadelphia area. And all of our summer classes are 10% off with the promo code SUMSCHOOL24. The first class in our lineup is just in time for Pride month! Perfect for those with an interest in archival work, Zach Ozma's “Visiting Lou” masterclass will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the editorial process behind We Both Laughed in Pleasure: The Selected Diaries of Lou Sullivan, 1961-1991. Lou Sullivan was a prolific diarist, a passionate activist, and one of the first openly gay trans men to medically transition. After years of combing through archives, transcribing diary entries, and shaping a cohesive narrative, Zach and his co-editor Ellis Martin went on to win the Lambda Literary Award for Transgender Nonfiction in 2020. Click the image below to sign up. All registrants will be entered into a raffle to win a free signed copy of the book and a pack of stickers designed by Zach. |
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As if that weren't enough, we're also excited to announce our new fellowship program for woman-identified emerging writers. Established with the generous support of acclaimed author Jennifer Weiner, this fellowship aims to elevate voices that often go unheard in the literary world. Six fellows will receive $5000 to support their creative endeavors, as well as professional mentoring, a supportive cohort, and promotional opportunities. We'll share details on eligibility and deadlines later this summer, so subscribe to this special mailing list to be the first to find out. |
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Lastly, a quick update on our fundraising efforts. We are slowly chipping away at the budget deficit; as of today, we've reached (almost) 20% of our $20,000 fundraising goal. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a dramatic impact. If you have just $5 to spare, or heck, even $2 to buy a raffle ticket, we humbly welcome your support. In return, we'll keep providing as much free, low-cost, and subsidized programming as we can, working with our instructors and community partners to continue amplifying the invaluable stories of local writers. Thank you for considering! |
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In solidarity, Julian Shendelman Co-director P.S. Looking for literary fun this weekend? Be sure to check out our new community calendar and resource pages. Submissions are very welcome! |
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- Thursday, 6/13, 4-6pm ET: We are pleased to now offer creative co-working while our typical Thursdays on the Stoop sessions are on hiatus. Join Blue Stoop co-director Julian Shendelman for up to 2 hours of quiet time for writing, editing, daydreaming, or whatever's on your plate. These drop-in sessions are free and open to all. Click the image below to register.
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WANT MORE LOCAL EVENTS? Explore and contribute to our community calendar! |
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1315 Walnut Street, Suite 320
Philadelphia, PA 19107, United States |
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