What could be more inspiring for a writer than the public library? It’s filled with tens of thousands of books from around the world, all waiting to find a new reader who will be captivated by their stories. The library is also a quiet and inspiring environment for writers, with space to spread out laptops and notebooks and settle in for a writing session. Plus, there are myriad writing resources available at the library, from style manuals to books on writing craft to research databases and so much more.
Whether you’re just getting started writing your family history, or you’ve spent time as a blogger or fiction writer, or you’re a seasoned journalist, Poudre Libraries is the space to be a writer!
Take an On-Demand Class
Dive into writing fundamentals and mastery on your own schedule with an on-demand class. The MasterClass television series is available on Hoopla and includes writing-focused classes like “Malcolm Gladwell Teaches Writing” and “Walter Mosley Teaches Fiction and Storytelling.” Or try one of The Great Courses on Kanopy, such as “Screenwriting 101,” “Writing Great Fiction,” or “The Art of Storytelling.”
LinkedIn Learning also offers writing courses for various contexts from creative to professional writing. In addition to individual classes, LinkedIn Learning provides “learning paths” with more in-depth learning and practice.
Find Fellow Writers
The Library offers different writing group meet-ups and workshop opportunities each month. Here’s what to expect in February:
Drop-in SpeakOut! Writing Workshop
Thursdays in February
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM @ Old Town Library
Prompts, inspiration, and writing materials provided. Hosted by CSU’s SpeakOut! program.
Tuesday, February 17
5:00 – 6:00 PM @ Harmony Library
Writing exercises, prompts for ideas, and peer editing. For middle and high school ages.
On Writing: How-To Resources
From handbooks to author memoirs to advice on the writing craft, the Library has hundreds of print and digital books available. Find inspiration, break out of writer’s block, dive into grammar and syntax, or find a how-to manual for writing romance or horror.
Browse the shelves and pick up a new book!
J. Michael Straczynski
