I occasionally teach writing workshops online. Most of my classes are offered through Writespace, based in Houston; The Muse Writers Center, based in Hampton Roads, VA; and the Susan M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies, based in Houston.
If you are interested in hiring me to teach a class or workshop, please fill out the form below.
If you are interested in hiring me to teach a class or workshop, please fill out the form below.
Upcoming Workshops
Creative Writing Critique Workshop
Oct. 2 - Nov. 6, 7:00 - 9:00 PM CT
$340
Offered online via the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies
The critique-style writing workshop is a long-standing literary tradition, but many beginning writers struggle to find opportunities to share their work with peers. This workshop provides an opportunity for new and intermediate writers to have a piece of their writing critiqued by author Cassandra Rose Clarke, to receive feedback from classmates and to offer critiques on fellow workshop participants’ writing. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of their own work and the writing craft. Participants who come to the course with completed work will be invited to share in the early weeks of the course; students who would like to draft a piece during the course will be invited to share in the later weeks. Interested? Register here!
Oct. 2 - Nov. 6, 7:00 - 9:00 PM CT
$340
Offered online via the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies
The critique-style writing workshop is a long-standing literary tradition, but many beginning writers struggle to find opportunities to share their work with peers. This workshop provides an opportunity for new and intermediate writers to have a piece of their writing critiqued by author Cassandra Rose Clarke, to receive feedback from classmates and to offer critiques on fellow workshop participants’ writing. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of their own work and the writing craft. Participants who come to the course with completed work will be invited to share in the early weeks of the course; students who would like to draft a piece during the course will be invited to share in the later weeks. Interested? Register here!
Creative Writing for Beginners
Oct. 28 - Dec. 9, 1:00 - 3:30 PM ET
$215
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
Writing creatively is a dream for many, but it can be difficult to find the time, confidence, and inspiration to get started. This encouraging workshop will serve as an introduction to the three major genres of creative writing (fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction) and will guide you through generative writing exercises designed to promote creativity. You’ll also have the opportunity to share your work in gentle, encouraging feedback sessions. By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with drafts of stories, poems, and essays and the self-assurance to begin—or continue–your writing practice. Interested? Register here!
Oct. 28 - Dec. 9, 1:00 - 3:30 PM ET
$215
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
Writing creatively is a dream for many, but it can be difficult to find the time, confidence, and inspiration to get started. This encouraging workshop will serve as an introduction to the three major genres of creative writing (fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction) and will guide you through generative writing exercises designed to promote creativity. You’ll also have the opportunity to share your work in gentle, encouraging feedback sessions. By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away with drafts of stories, poems, and essays and the self-assurance to begin—or continue–your writing practice. Interested? Register here!
The Basics of Publishing Workshop
Nov. 1 - Nov. 8, 7:00 - 9:00 PM CT
$150
Offered online via the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies
Many aspiring writers dream of seeing their words in print (or on the screen of an e-reader). But navigating the world of publishing can be deeply intimidating for those just starting out. In this seminar, Cassandra Rose Clarke, a published author with over 10 years of experience in the industry, will provide an overview of your publication options in the 21st century. We’ll discuss both traditional publishing and self-publishing, examining the benefits and drawbacks of each approach. In addition to an in-depth conversation about publishing, students will have the opportunity in class to research and prepare for their own publishing journey. Explore working with small and large presses, finding an agent, scams to watch out for, best practices in self-publishing and more! Interested? Register here!
Nov. 1 - Nov. 8, 7:00 - 9:00 PM CT
$150
Offered online via the Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuing Studies
Many aspiring writers dream of seeing their words in print (or on the screen of an e-reader). But navigating the world of publishing can be deeply intimidating for those just starting out. In this seminar, Cassandra Rose Clarke, a published author with over 10 years of experience in the industry, will provide an overview of your publication options in the 21st century. We’ll discuss both traditional publishing and self-publishing, examining the benefits and drawbacks of each approach. In addition to an in-depth conversation about publishing, students will have the opportunity in class to research and prepare for their own publishing journey. Explore working with small and large presses, finding an agent, scams to watch out for, best practices in self-publishing and more! Interested? Register here!
Science Fiction & Fantasy Workshop
Nov. 13 - Dec. 18, 7:00 - 9:30 PM ET
$250
Offered online via The Muse
Do you take your fiction with a side of aliens, superheroes, dragons, or witches? Then this is the workshop for you! Together we will consider those elements of writing which are crucial to crafting compelling speculative stories, such as building our own worlds, extrapolating the fantastic from reality, and creating compelling non-human characters. In addition to discussing classic and contemporary SFF works, you will participate in writing exercises and bring in your own work for critique. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit material for the workshop. You will have at least two to three opportunities to be critiqued during the session. Interested? Register here!
Nov. 13 - Dec. 18, 7:00 - 9:30 PM ET
$250
Offered online via The Muse
Do you take your fiction with a side of aliens, superheroes, dragons, or witches? Then this is the workshop for you! Together we will consider those elements of writing which are crucial to crafting compelling speculative stories, such as building our own worlds, extrapolating the fantastic from reality, and creating compelling non-human characters. In addition to discussing classic and contemporary SFF works, you will participate in writing exercises and bring in your own work for critique. All members of the group will have the opportunity to submit material for the workshop. You will have at least two to three opportunities to be critiqued during the session. Interested? Register here!
Creating a Magical System
Nov. 18, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
$45
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
More and more, fantasy readers are becoming invested not only in the compelling characters and fantastical locations of their favorite stories but the physical rules of the worlds those stories take place in. And with the popularity of authors like Brandon Sanderson and genres like LitRPG, more and more readers are clamoring for interesting, complex magic systems.
This workshop will take you through the process of creating a magic system for your fantasy novel. We’ll discuss the “hard” vs “soft” approaches to magic, examine the interplay between magic systems, characters, and plot, and even look at real-life magical inspirations. No matter the type of fantasy story you’re telling, this workshop will help you capture its magic! Interested? Register here!
Nov. 18, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
$45
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
More and more, fantasy readers are becoming invested not only in the compelling characters and fantastical locations of their favorite stories but the physical rules of the worlds those stories take place in. And with the popularity of authors like Brandon Sanderson and genres like LitRPG, more and more readers are clamoring for interesting, complex magic systems.
This workshop will take you through the process of creating a magic system for your fantasy novel. We’ll discuss the “hard” vs “soft” approaches to magic, examine the interplay between magic systems, characters, and plot, and even look at real-life magical inspirations. No matter the type of fantasy story you’re telling, this workshop will help you capture its magic! Interested? Register here!
The Business of Publishing
Dec. 2, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
$45
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
Many aspiring writers dream of seeing their words in print (or on the screen of an e-reader). But navigating the world of publishing can be deeply intimidating for those just starting out. Led by an instructor with over ten years of experience in the publishing industry, this seminar will provide an overview of what the business of publishing looks like in the 21st century. We’ll talk about traditional publishing versus self-publishing, working with agents, scams to watch out for, and more—so you can pursue your publication goals with confidence! Interested? Register here!
Dec. 2, 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM ET
$45
Offered online and in-person via The Muse
Many aspiring writers dream of seeing their words in print (or on the screen of an e-reader). But navigating the world of publishing can be deeply intimidating for those just starting out. Led by an instructor with over ten years of experience in the publishing industry, this seminar will provide an overview of what the business of publishing looks like in the 21st century. We’ll talk about traditional publishing versus self-publishing, working with agents, scams to watch out for, and more—so you can pursue your publication goals with confidence! Interested? Register here!
Hire Me to Teach Your Writing Workshop!
I have over a decade's worth of experience teaching classes and workshops related to literature and writing (both creative and academic) and have worked with students of all ages. In addition to my work with Writespace and the Muse, I have taught writing and composition at Houston Community College and Lonestar College and led library workshops for junior high students and high school students.
As an educator, I believe students should be the focus of a classroom, not the teacher. I strive to ensure my students, regardless of their age and experience, are as involved as possible in the learning process.
If you are interested in working with me to offer a workshop, class, or talk, please contact me via the form below:
As an educator, I believe students should be the focus of a classroom, not the teacher. I strive to ensure my students, regardless of their age and experience, are as involved as possible in the learning process.
If you are interested in working with me to offer a workshop, class, or talk, please contact me via the form below: