Consistency and courage count for more than talent or technique in writing success, whether success means starting your story that longs to be written, joyfully adding pages, being surprised by the muse’s gifts, or publishing your masterpiece. These qualities aren't flashy. But they work, if practiced daily and even—or especially—during difficult times. The good news is that everyone can develop consistency and courage. This workshop will help you do that.
Writing with Consistency and Courage is designed for writers at any level who are looking to begin a new project, resume an old one, overcome obstacles in a work-in-progress, or surprise themselves a forward leap.
You'll be guided to examine what courage and consistency mean for your writing. You'll learn several techniques for getting to and staying at the page, overcoming resistance, and tapping into and trusting your creative intuition. You'll discover ways of finding a fresh perspective on your material. Finally, you'll compose new work in response to prompts, generating momentum to carry you into the next writing session.
One student said of Writing with Consistency and Courage:
“Tamara’s Writing with Consistency and Courage workshop transformed my writing practice. Her approach is both compassionate and practical, providing the tools I needed to stay motivated and overcome self-doubt. Tamara created a supportive and inspiring environment where I felt empowered to take risks and push my boundaries as a writer. The strategies Tamara shared have become an essential part of my daily routine, and her genuine encouragement helped me find the courage to write more boldly. This workshop is a must for any writer looking to build a consistent writing habit and embrace their creative voice with confidence.”
—Christina S.
Tamara Dean is the author of Shelter and Storm: At Home in the Driftless, forthcoming from the University of Minnesota Press in 2025. Her work has appeared in The American Scholar, Creative Nonfiction, The Georgia Review, The Guardian, One Story, Orion, STORY Magazine, The Southern Review, and elsewhere. She's also the author of The Human-Powered Home. Her essay "Safer Than Childbirth" received a 2024 Pushcart Prize Special Mention and "Slow Blues" was named a 2021 National Magazine Award finalist. She holds an MFA from Vermont College of Fine Arts and teaches writing through Hugo House, The Loft, Madison Writers' Studio, and writers.com. More at www.tamaradean.media.
