Write-In Schedule for August

Hosted by guest moderator Delaina Miller

“In writing, you must kill all your darlings.” — William Faulkner

It’s that time, my friends. (Actually, it’s been that time for a few years now.) And so, I’m taking the month of August to tackle the final draft of the novel I wrote during COVID, the same novel I threw away and then rewrote from scratch two years ago. There have been plenty of excuses, projects I’m happy to have been a part of, but it’s time to step away from the anthologies and poetry to finish this behemoth that has taken on a life of its own, taunting me from where I’ve tucked it away at the far corner of my desk.

It’s not my first. Over the years, I’ve made attempts at a few other novel-length projects, all of which I’ve thrown away, files deleted forever in favor of a blank page. This one is special, or maybe I’ve just grown fond of it. Or maybe I refuse to give up. Whatever the reason, it has escaped the fate of the recycling bin, and now I’m determined to be done with it by my birthday on August 31. After all, I’ve written the damn thing twice, and it’s only four hundred pages. I just need to knuckle down, or so I keep telling myself.

In preparation, I’ve been clearing off my desk and tying up loose ends. If there are distractions, I will inevitably veer off course. And that brings me to the write-ins. My friend and fellow writer Delaina Miller offered to host the write-ins for the month, which will free up the space for me to focus on my own work. I’m incredibly grateful for this amazing gift.

In August, you are encouraged to bring anything you would like to work on. But, if you are looking for a little extra inspiration, Delaina will also be offering a variety of prompts geared towards igniting your creative spark. There will be music on Mondays, art on Tuesdays, and on Saturdays, an oracle card will offer spirited guidance. I’m hoping to attend as a participant, and I’m excited to join in the fun!

Delaina J. Miller is a writer and a poet focusing on the human experience through the lens of caregiving and music. She is also a publisher, a Reiki Master, and a sound therapist. Her “Soundology” practice centers on the rhythm of the soul as an energy health modality, something that is reflected in her poetic work. Her poetry has been published in her debut The Unique and Sundry as well as in the collaborative collections Paper Birds and She Too: Four Voices in (Almost) Harmony.

For those of you unfamiliar with the write-ins, these productivity sessions are a perk for paid subscribers. You can join us for as little as $10 a month. It’s a wonderful and supportive community. Feel free to join us.

Write-In Schedule

Mondays: August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4-5:15 pm MST/ 6-7:15 pm EST

Tuesdays: August 4, 11, 18, 25; 10 am-11:15 MST/ noon-1:15 pm EST

Saturdays: August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 2-3:15 pm MST/ 4-5:15 pm EST

To find the correct translation for your time zone, visit https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/. If you join us for them all, you will have FIFTEEN solid hours of scheduled writing time with the support of our wonderful community. I hope to see you there!

Schedule

Write-In Schedule

Mondays: August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4-5:15 pm MST/ 6-7:15 pm EST

Tuesdays: August 4, 11, 18, 25; 10 am-11:15 MST/ noon-1:15 pm EST

Saturdays: August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 2-3:15 pm MST/ 4-5:15 pm EST

Zoom Meeting Link

Topic: Storied Imaginarium Write-In Link

Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83629152829?pwd=jOaLlr25Mbk9gBjHbdQM8vhbuua4Xb.1