Current Course Schedule

The Writer’s Room: Fine-tuning Your Story in a Supportive Community

We are offering this workshop for committed writers who enjoy the writing process and want to come together each month to share their works in progress and receive feedback from other committed writers. This is a safe, supportive place to try out what you've been working on independently in a facilitated workshop. Occasional guest speakers from the publishing world will join the group to discuss different aspects of writing, such as writing from an illustrator’s perspective or to provide personal viewpoints on the writer’s experience. Prerequisite: Writing for Children: Finding Your Voice.
Term(s) offered: Fall, Spring and Summer
Format: online
  • Course Number
    TEWS810N
  • Focus On
    Across Ages
  • Category
    Career Development, Online
  • Registration Options and Cost
    $390 12.0 CTLE or 1.2 CEU

Sections

Fall 2026

  • Section 1:
    Date(s)
    October 27, November 10, December 1 and 15, January 5 and 19| Online*
    Day and Time
    Tuesdays, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM ET
    Registration Deadline
    Oct 20, 2026
    Register
    • Amy Hest
      Amy Hest
      is an award-winning author of more than 50 books for children of all ages, including the New York Times best-sellers: Kiss Good Night; Bunny Should be Sleeping; Big Bear and Little Bear Go Fishing; and Sometimes it’s nice to Be Alone. Hest's focus is on family relationships, and she wants you to know that everything she writes is personal! She also wants you to know that her dog's name is Martha. Ms. Hest has an MA of Library Science from C.W. Post College and a BA from Hunter College.
"I always learn a lot in this class! Amy is a fantastic teacher and a master at guiding the class as we share our work."- Kate Marcus

"Amy's thoughtful discussions were always engaging and helpful."- Roslyn Streifer, 25 years in the field

"Great feedback in a supportive environment" - Participant, 2025

I "Always receive new ideas from Amy Hest and participants on how to improve my writing or think about my writing differently." - Participant, 2025