Ready to start writing again?
Creative writing workshops to help you meet your writing goals in Victoria, BC.
Hey, I’m Monika!
I’m a freelance author of 50+ books for schools and a writer for over 25 years.
Writing is the most magical part of my life, and I’m on a mission to help big-hearted writers (both new and seasoned!) meet their writing goals—while having fun.
Let me ask you a question…
Do you feel like you’d love to write more—
but can’t find the time or the inspiration? ⏰✨
I get it because I’ve been there. I write for a living but it’s challenge to work on my personal projects with endless deadlines and countless to-dos. You KNOW you want to make space for your creativity—but where do you start?
What if you could…
🗓 Have a dedicated time + space to create ←
✍️ Learn how to write in new ways with less fear ←
🙌 Be in a supportive environment to share your writing ←
🎉 Have fun while improving your writing skills ←
All that is possible. That’s where I come in! 👋
My creative writing workshops are designed to help you get excited and inspired about your writing practice—and to also share your stories in a setting that is both kind and wildly supportive.
Let’s write together! ✏️
Here are my creative writing workshops in 2024.
Single Workshops
Quick + energizing single writing workshops to put a creative spring in your step.
Have limited time but want to make space in your life to write and create? Hone your writing skills and get creatively energized with one of my “pop-up” workshops.
Registration is open for 2024 workshops!
Workshops are available on Saturday mornings at various locations.
Private Writing Workshops
Energizing writing workshops for groups looking to build creativity, compassion, and community.
Writing together helps us connect to each other’s stories—and have a boatload of fun! Reach out, and let’s chat about a private workshop for your group today.
Available to book on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
Tiny Life Stories: 3-Week Series
A thoughtful + motivating workshop for writers who want to jot down meaningful memories from their lives.
Want to write down stories and memories from your life—but don’t know where to start? This workshop series is here to help you write your unwritten stories.
Next session dates to be announced.
Creative Jumpstarts: 3-Week Series
A playful + inspiring workshop for beginner + seasoned writers who want to reconnect to the joy of writing.
Struggling to carve out time for your creative projects? This workshop series is here to help you get inspired, meet fellow writers, and keep your pen moving!
Next session dates to be announced.
Story Starts: 3-Week Series
A joyful + easy workshop for beginner writers or anyone looking to stretch their creative writing muscles.
Want to start writing again but have no clue where to start? This workshop series is for you. Learn the building blocks of meaningful storytelling—while having fun!
Next session dates to be announced.
“I recommend Monika’s creative writing workshops to anyone who ever thought 'I’d like to write, but I don’t know how to start.’
The workshops are a joyful experience and Monika’s friendly and supportive style, combined with helpful handouts and tips get the creative juices flowing. I am now truly hooked on creative writing and loving it!”
— Hillerie Denning
My writing philosophy? Everyone is a writer.
I’m an AWA Affiliate, certified to lead workshops in the Amherst Writers & Artists method (AWA) as described in Writing Alone and With Others by Pat Schneider, Oxford University Press.
These are the core AWA practices:
Everyone has a strong, unique voice.
Everyone is born with creative genius.
Writing as an art form belongs to all people, regardless of economic class or educational level.
The teaching of craft can be done without damage to a writers original voice or artistic self-esteem.
A writer is someone who writes.
Want to get inspired + learn more about creative writing for FREE?
Drop your email below, and you’ll receive a free workbook and my newsletter for creative writers, the Sunday Spark ✨
Every month, I’ll send you a letter with uplifting, actionable ideas to help you meet your writing goals and feel creatively energized. You’ll also be the first to hear about my upcoming workshops.
Sign up, and you’ll also immediately get my free workbook, A 3-Step Checklist to Set up a Sustainable Writing Schedule ✏️
Still curious? Read my blog for writing tips 📝
Our environments have a deep impact on how we feel and write and create. Let’s discuss how we can set up our writing spaces to get more calm, clear, and creative.