2018 Massachusetts Poetry Festival

Writing is often a solitary act. Writing in collaboration with a partner or group can build community and infuse a spirit of experimentation and play into one’s creative process. We’ve found that it’s brought growth, flexibility, surprise, stability, and a heightened sense of audience to our work, and we’re excited to share that with others! In this workshop, participants will hear, discuss, and create collaborative writing. Instructors will present models of collaborative writing from their three collaborative projects and introduce different ways of thinking about collaborative writing, such as creating in concert with art (ekphrastic writing), with the environment (place-based writing), and with other writers (writing in community). Participants will also have the opportunity to generate a collaborative piece. Takeaways will include ideas for collaborative projects, strategies for success in forging collaborative partnerships, and information about places to submit collaborative writing for publication.