Write Now, Right Now.
No matter your prior experience or interest, no matter if you intend to submit a story, craft a story for your own creative satisfaction, or participate in a professional learning opportunity, we’ve crafted an experience to support you and your growth.
““I’m grateful for the work you do in giving people the opportunity and the community to craft and tell a story well!””
UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
2nd Story Single Day Intensive
Saturday, 5/10/25
10:00 am - 4:00 pm | In-Person | Pay What you feel
2nd Story’s Single Day Intensive is our most popular workshop! Led by beloved 2nd Story Collective Members, Karla Estela Rivera and Lexi Saunders, you’ll work with a small group of story lovers and move from brainstorming and story ideation all the way through skill building and writing. Participants will leave the workshop with multiple story ideas, some strong story starts, and a bunch of new friends.
ABOUT THE PROCESS:
collaborative
We don’t just sit at our computers and churn this stuff out, and we don’t expect anybody else to create stories that way either. Our creative process involves group collaboration, feedback, and exploration. Collaboration is integral to our process not just because it feels good (which it does!) but also because it works.
Inclusive
Our classes draw upon the various backgrounds and skill sets that are present in the room. It’s important to us that we meet each student where they are at, and we honor the expertise in the room. Each individual brings a different set of experiences to the room, and each viewpoint brings a different voice to the table.
personal
We specialize in creative non-fiction and personal narrative, crafting intimate stories that are close to our hearts. We realize that everyone in the room has a different reason for being there, and we do our best to create an atmosphere where people feel safe enough to dig deep, and achieve their own writing goals.
FROM OUR STUDENTS:
“The class absolutely met my expectations! I came in with a very unsure concept about how or even if I could write a story that could compare to the stories I’ve seen performed at 2nd Story. The class clearly delivered what was promised in a style that was focused yet relaxed, and allowed the students to grow exponentially. Class time was never wasted nor ever dull!”
““The interactive exercises forced us to reflect on our emotions and experiences, and how they can help enrich our writing.””
“I learned a lot about how to tell a story. Now I am motivated to try to incorporate those techniques into my stories as I go forward. I came expecting to learn new story styles, and although I found the class challenging, it was exactly what I needed.”