Can’t make it to my workshop?
DIY.
Whether you’re on your own at home, in a group of aspiring writers, or leading a class at school, feel free to use my workshops and handouts to get a story started.
Know your Character
What’s in a character? Only the whole point of your story. Start with a few basic sets of questions about looks, personality, desires, and more, to build your story’s protagonist.
Turn a Word into a Story
No idea where to start? Pick a word and follow seven simple steps to turn it into a story outline.
Know your Setting
What’s in a setting? Only the whole world of your story. Start with a few basic sets of questions about time, place, mood, and more, to build your story’s setting.
Listen to my evergreen Covid-era podcast, Cabin Tales for Young Writers, for even more writing exercises and professional tips that you can follow in a Do-It-Yourself writing workshop.
Catherine Austen 