This two-hour workshop will assist you in getting started writing based on your story, background and experiences. This workshop is for both aspiring fiction and non-fiction writers. 

BIO

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell is a writer living in a small cabin in the Ozark Mountains.  She shares her life with her rescued dogs, Chloe and Turner Bear. She is the author of many articles on the animal/human bond as well as “Living Large in Our Little House: Thriving in 480-Square Feet with Six Dogs, a Husband and One Remote.” You can see more of her work at kerrifivecoatcampbell.com.

 Have you ever thought about writing a book—but didn’t know where to start or how to follow through?

This 9-week course is designed to help you move from scattered ideas to a completed rough draft in a supportive, structured environment. Whether you have a clear idea or just a sense that there’s something you want to say, this course will guide you step-by-step in getting it out of your head and onto paper.

Students will learn how to organize their thoughts using mind mapping, clarify their message and audience, and create a simple framework for their book. The focus is on building consistent writing habits while removing the pressure of perfection, so you can make real progress each week.

Each participant will create a personalized writing plan that fits their schedule, allowing for both flexibility and accountability.

Eight weeks are dedicated to writing your draft, with a final week focused on next steps—helping you understand what to do once your draft is complete.

By the end of the course, you will have a structured outline, a consistent writing routine, and a completed rough draft you can continue to build on.

*Students must bring a notebook or journal, pen/highlighter, computer or iPad. 

*No class will be held October 27th.

Instructor Bio

Christine Lunceford is an author, course creator, and educator who is passionate about helping others take ideas that have been sitting on their heart and finally get them onto paper.

After writing the rough draft of her first book in just two months, Christine developed a simple, structured approach to help others move past overthinking and perfectionism so they can actually finish what they start. She understands firsthand what it takes to write while balancing real-life responsibilities—and she also knows the importance of accountability. Christine did not complete her book alone, and she brings that same balance of encouragement and accountability into her teaching.

Christine creates a supportive environment where students are challenged to stretch at a pace that is both realistic and sustainable. She is known for helping individuals stay consistent, build confidence, and follow through on goals that often feel overwhelming at the start.

In addition to her writing work, Christine is the creator of the EmpowerYOU Wellness framework and is currently developing a self-paced book for her Food Freedom Method while researching future writing projects.

Her course focuses on guiding students through eight weeks of structured writing to complete a rough draft, followed by a final week dedicated to next steps—helping students understand what to do with their draft once it’s finished.

In this immersive workshop we will deep-dive into the craft of songwriting. With lessons on structure, theory, lyric writing and more, as well as hands-on critiques and demonstrations. If you are new to writing songs, or want to write better songs, you will benefit from this workshop. All skill levels and styles welcome.  

Instructor BIO: 

Matt Powell is a locally based writer and musician. He studied songwriting and guitar performance at Berklee College of Music, and has written or co-written songs for over 30 years, including placements in network TV and indie films. Several of his articles have been featured in national publications, many of them about songwriting and music. 

Every life is a unique story. Research shows oral family stories are lost within two generations, which means they likely will be lost with your grandchildren. Research also shows young adults who know their family stories are better grounded and telling your stores can provide you purpose. This three-hour workshop will show you how to determine the focus of your story, how to unlock memories through sensory prompts and using letters, photos + historical document s to assist in telling your story.

BIO

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell is a writer living in a small cabin in the Ozark Mountains.  She shares her life with her rescued dogs, Chloe and Turner Bear. She is the author of many articles on the animal/human bond as well as “Living Large in Our Little House: Thriving in 480-Square Feet with Six Dogs, a Husband and One Remote.” You can see more of her work at kerrifivecoatcampbell.com.

Are you working on a manuscript, play, poems, memoir you would like to see published? Join this professionally led critique group to help you polish your prose. This workshop includes one draft edit per session from the instructor.

BIO

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell is a writer living in a small cabin in the Ozark Mountains.  She shares her life with her rescued dogs, Chloe and Turner Bear. She is the author of many articles on the animal/human bond as well as “Living Large in Our Little House: Thriving in 480-Square Feet with Six Dogs, a Husband and One Remote.” You can see more of her work at kerrifivecoatcampbell.com.

Living a full life means filling our hearts with love. That also means, eventually, heartbreak and sometimes trauma. Writing is a cathartic way to express our thoughts, feelings and can lead us on a healing journey. In this workshop, you will learn the healing power of writing through journaling and essay writing. 

Instructor Bio: 

Kerri Fivecoat-Campbell is a writer living in a small cabin in the Ozark Mountains.  She shares her life with her rescued dogs, Chloe and Turner Bear. She is the author of many articles on the animal/human bond as well as “Living Large in Our Little House: Thriving in 480-Square Feet With Six Dogs, a Husband and One Remote.” You can see more of her work at kerrifivecoatcampbell.com