the wonder journal.
A ONE-HOUR SMALL MOMENT WRITING WORKSHOPWrite from real-life moments.
The Wonder Journal is a one-hour live, online writing workshop for writers and poets who want to slow down, tap into an ordinary experience, and shape what emerges into a concise piece of writing that feels honest, alive, and worth keeping.
Is this you?
Many writers believe their lives are too ordinary to write from, that their voice isn’t “literary” enough, or that their notebook is too full of starts and stops.
This workshop begins from a different belief: small moments carry whole worlds.
By the end of this workshop, you will:
Have a fresh, vivid piece of creative writing under 400 words, drawn from one real moment in your life
Learn simple ways to notice sensory detail and emotional movement
Receive gentle guidance on discerning what’s already working and how to give it even more punch or sparkle
Leave with a piece you can feel proud of—and a relaxed yet refined approach to writing you’re curious to return to
Rather than striving for polished perfection, this workshop offers something quieter and more sustaining: the pleasure of having made something true, and the confidence that you can do it again.
Here’s what we’ll do in the hour.
You can expect:
An orientation to the craft of small-moment writing
Playful experiments to generate ideas and enhance sensory awareness
Time to write quietly on your own
A brief introduction to revising without inviting the critic to the party
Optional sharing and supportive witnessing
Celebrate like a kid who can’t wait to show someone their artwork
In the Wonder Journal, we focus on presence, not performance.
A note on care.
Many writers come to this workshop carrying material that feels tender. My role is to create a steady, respectful container where this work can emerge without pressure or fear of judgment. Your stories matter, and your voice is enough.
Choose your path.
Standard Workshop
What it includes:
60-minute live small-moment writing workshop
Generative writing prompts
A simple, repeatable revision practice
Supportive group witnessing
Investment: $50
This option is perfect if you want a focused reset, a single strong piece of writing, or a gentle way back into your practice.
Workshop + Deepen & Share Circle
What it includes:
If you’d like more time, companionship, and reflection with your piece, the premium option extends the experience beyond the initial hour.
In addition to everything in the Standard Workshop, you’ll receive:
An intimate Deepen & Share Circle, where 4–6 writers gather to read a short excerpt, be gently witnessed, and hear what feels alive and memorable in their work
Extra prompts and reflection questions to help you keep writing from small moments
Guided responses that highlight what’s already working in your voice, so you leave feeling seen, steadier, and more trusting of your instincts
Investment: $97
This option is for you if you’re craving a compassionate circle to hold your story—a place where you can safely practice being heard.
Does this workshop stand on its own?
The Wonder Journal is a complete experience. Some writers take it as a one-time reset. Some return to the practice again and again. Some discover that one small moment opens the door to much more writing. Nothing else is required.
If you find yourself wanting to stay with this way of working, there are longer offerings that grow from the same philosophy—supporting sustained attention or book-length work. There is no expectation to continue. This workshop is whole in itself.