ADULT WRITERS

Rhode Island is home to a vibrant literary community, boasting celebrated authors like Ann Hood, Hester Kaplan and Tina Cane to acclaimed talents such as Emily Danforth, Taylor Polites and Colin Channing. These writers, along with many contemporary voices in the area, have achieved international and recognition for their work. The city's literary scene is thriving, with a numerous bookstores, book groups and writing events.

LitCenter is a place for writers of all levels to explore creativity and develop their voice. Join one of our seasonal classes, take part in our intergenerational arts program, or enroll in a course offered by one of our partners. Check back for new opportunities!

Classes (Spring 2025)

All-Star Writing Workshop

begins April 26th

Saturday, 10am-to-12pm. 6 weeks Come join fellow writers and artists in this eight-week online creative writing workshop that explores questions crucial to the art, I.e., what does a story call for? What does the language of a story call for? How much research is necessary in order to tell a story? What does that research subsequently reveal? How does the combination of Stephen Crane, Anton Chekov, and James Joyce hold up 100 years after becoming ‘the norm?’ All these questions and more will be explored in an enthusiastic, welcoming environment. All are welcome. Class fee: $120

Read Like A Writer

Meets the first Tuesday of the month, 7:00 -9:00 p.m. Begins May 6th

We do not become writers in a vacuum. We do not become writers through reading writing alone. We become writers through a close examination of everything: fiction, film, poetry, music, and more. Come join a monthly series that examines various and diverse works of art with the aim of improving our own. All are welcome in this six-week online workshop. Class fee: $120

Please direct any questions to dianac@school-one.org.

School One encourages you to explore creative writing classes offered by one of our partners’ programs.

From Inspiration to Page

Saturday, April 26

Write Rhode Island co-creator Hester Kaplan is hosting a one-day writing workshop with Author Ann Hood. Writing Join Ann & Hester on Saturday, April 26 in Providence for a day or writing, inspiration and camaraderie.

Contact Hester for more details, hesterkaplan@gmai.com.

Lit Arts!

Lit Arts is a community of creative writers offering community events, workshops, and shared creative workspace. Explore their extensive list of classes, groups and events.

International Women Writers Guild

The International Women’s Writing Guild is dedicated to building a worldwide community where storytelling connects, inspires, and uplifts voices across cultures.

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The Collaborative

The Collaborative in Warren is a community arts organization. We love this East Bay organization! Explore thir creative writing and art classes.

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Hamilton House

Hamilton House is a lifelong learning community in Providence. Check out their writing and literary programs.

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CONTACT

For more information about School One's LitCenter, contact Diana Champa, call (401) 331-2497, or complete our Inquiry Form.

“The challenge for every writer is to draw her reader fully into the character's experience. Scenes are where the action of a story comes alive and invites the reader in. Scenes are where the story is lived.”

— Hester Kaplan, Author and Goat Hill writer

“Writing is like detective work: to reveal the story, you pull at the threads which will force the story to reveal itself. My goal as a teacher is to help you understand how to spot the clues.”

— Mark Fogarty, Writer and GrubStreet Instructor

“We turn to fiction to be transported, thrilled, immersed in the new and strange. Science Fiction and Fantasy takes us to these other worlds, and provides perspective on our own.”

— Amanda Kallis, Writer and School One Faculty

“We’re at a point in the world right now where we need empathy if we’re going to make any kind of progress. This is the best time for theater; it’s the antidote to apathy”.

— Ben Jovilet, Writer and GrubStreet Instructor

“I believe that openness and innovation are integral to teaching. This is certainly reflected in School One’s philosophy.”

— Victor Wildman, Frequency Writers and Creative Writing Instructor

“I’m excited about our new offerings this fall at School One’s LitCenter—expanding into genres like poetry, screenwriting, playwriting, and publishing, in addition to our existing fiction and personal essay/memoir workshops.”

— Ethan Gilsdorf, Author & GrubStreet Providence Coordinator

ADULT WRITERS

Write Rhode Island Announced Winners

At School One, we teach students to think, write, analyze, and create. As a community, we treat each other with care and respect. We appreciate each other’s differences as people and as learners.