Dear ,

"June is the time for being in the world in new ways, for throwing off the cold and dark spots of life." — Joan Chittister

June has a way of nudging us to open the windows and let fresh air in — not just in our homes, but in our creative lives too. This is a great time to ask: what old ideas or stalled projects are taking up space in your mental closet? What needs to be set aside so something new can grow?

This month, we've got workshops to spark your creativity and a question we'd love your help with.

Workshop Wednesdays — June Lineup

June 3 — Character as a Driving Force (with Eileen) Is your character actively driving your story forward, or just reacting to events? Come explore how strong character choices can transform your plot.

🎟️ Save your spot: https://creative-academy-for-writers.mn.co/events/workshop-wednesday-character-as-a-driving-force-with-eileen

June 10 — Blue Pencil Session (with Wendy) Bring up to 750 words of your manuscript or query letter and get feedback from the hive mind. Fresh eyes make all the difference.

🎟️ Save your spot: https://creative-academy-for-writers.mn.co/events/workshop-wednesday-blue-pencil-with-wendy-turnnerjenny-graman-lang

June 17 — Mind Mapping (with Jacqui) Brainstorming alone is good. Brainstorming with a roomful of creative minds is even better. Bring any challenge — plot, character, marketing — and let's map it out together.

🎟️ Save your spot: https://creative-academy-for-writers.mn.co/events/workshop-wednesday-mind-mapping-with-jacqui-102303704

June 24 — The Business of Writing (with Eileen) An open conversation about the side of writing we don't always talk about — agents, marketing, traditional vs. indie publishing, and more. What questions do you want answered?

🎟️ Save your spot: https://creative-academy-for-writers.mn.co/events/workshop-wednesday-the-business-of-writing-with-eileen

We Want to Hear From You

The Creative Academy started as a labour of love — a place for writers to connect, learn, and talk honestly about the craft and business of writing. It's grown a lot since then, and we want to make sure it keeps growing in the right direction.

So we're asking: What parts of TCA do you find most valuable? What's missing? Is there a way you'd love to be more involved?

Hit reply or email Eileen directly at [email protected] — we read every message.

Here's to a June full of fresh ideas and creative momentum.

xo

Eileen & Stephanie