Every Word Must Conjure

Every Word Must Conjure is a multi-week generative writing workshop that dives into the differences between denotation and connotation in poetry.  Specifically, the importance of word choice in conveying not only meaning, but ideas and images, in an intentional way will be explored.  Emerging poets are encouraged to bring a piece in need of revision to each session, but may also choose to revise new poems generated during the workshop at each meeting.  Participants will have the chance to explore writing by contemporary poets of color, discussing the syntax and word choice of each.  Proposed poets include Willie Lee Kinard III, Mia S. Willis, Topaz Winters, and others exploring pop culture and current events through a historical lens.  Each workshop will include time to generate new work in response to a prompt along with the opportunity to share it with the group.  Suggestions for peer feedback will be offered in small and large group settings (i.e. break out rooms).  At the end of 6 weeks, poets can expect to have 6 edited poems that either are, or are very close to, final drafts.

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‍Details: Every Word Must Conjure with Denise R. Ervin takes place Tuesday, July 1, July 8, July 15, July 22, July 29, and August 5 from 6:30-8:30pm remotely online via Zoom.

‍Prerequisite: None

‍Genre: Poetry

‍Level: Emerging

‍Format: Workshop

‍Location: This class takes remotely online via Zoom.

‍Size: Limited to 12 participants.

‍Scholarships: Two scholarship spots are available for this class for writers in Northeast Ohio. Apply by April 28.

‍Cancellations & Refunds: Cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the first class meeting to receive a full refund. Email info@litcleveland.org.