Carteret Writers

Small Press Fest
2024-03-21 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Reed’s Coffee + Art + Frames, 812 Evans St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Join Carteret Writers this March to celebrate Small Press Month. Whether you’re an aspiring author or an experienced writer looking for fresh publishing avenues, this event offers a rare opportunity to learn from those who know the world of small press intimately. Understand the benefits of partnering with a small press, including personalized attention, creative freedom, and close collaboration. Connect with fellow writers who share your passion and curiosity for alternative publishing paths. Hear from authors who have thrived in the small press environment. Small presses play a vital role in our literary landscape, nurturing unique voices and providing opportunities often overlooked by larger publishers. If you’ve ever considered this route for your book or simply want to learn more about the vibrant world of small press publishing, Small Press Fest is for you.

Open Mic at the Green Room
2024-02-29 18:00 - 20:30 | The Green Room, 510 Front St., Beaufort, North Carolina, 28516
Join Carteret Writers Veep Emily Carter and friends February 29 at The Green Room in Beaufort from 6pm – 8:30 PM for a special open mic event. If you’re a local poet, writer, or singer-songwriter, come out to perform. If you love to support local artists and local businesses, come out and enjoy the show!

Romance Writers Tryst
2024-02-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Reed’s Coffee + Art + Frames, 812 Evans St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
At our February event, love meets language, and storytelling takes a romantic turn. But don’t worry, whether you write romance, thrillers, fantasy, or non-fiction, the writing workshop will offer something for writers across a range of interests and experience. Writers of all backgrounds will hone their skills to infuse their work with emotional depth, relatable characters, and evocative prose. Whether you’re looking to write the next great love story or want to deepen the connections and emotions in your existing projects, this workshop promises to kindle inspiration and ignite your writing passion.

The Future of Writing
2024-01-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Reed’s Coffee + Art + Frames, 812 Evans St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
January 2 is National Science Fiction Day, and so we’re thinking about the future of our local writers this month. Join us for a unique workshop hosted by former CW President Stanley Trice that transcends genres t0 explore the possibilities of tomorrow. Together, we’ll foretell what the future holds for Carteret Writers and how we envision our craft evolving over the next 40 years. Whether you pen poetry or prose, science fiction or memoirs, this workshop invites you to dream big and write boldly. Stay tuned for more details!

Lit Festivities
2023-12-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Carolina Home & Gardens, 4778 NC-24, Newport, NC, 28570, United States
Join us at our festive literary exchange in December at the always-enchanting Carolina Home & Gardens where we’ll swap books in white elephant exchange and indulge in delicious holiday season treats. Barb McCreary, our special guest for the evening, will share insights into crafting children’s stories that captivate young minds and collaborating with illustrators. Whether you’ve thought about writing stories for the children in your life or venturing into the world of children’s literature professionally, this insightful session will provide valuable guidance.
This December, unleash your inner child, find a new favorite book, and don’t forget to bring a wrapped book of your own for the white elephant exchange.

Wordsgiving
2023-11-16 16:00 - 18:00 | Morehead City Train Depot, 1001 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
We started this tradition last year, and it was an immediate favorite, so join us this year for our new annual celebration of words and gratitude Wordsgiving. The festivities will be held at the picturesque Morehead City Train Depot, where we’ll gather to indulge in the flavors of the season while sharing cherished holiday traditions and gratitude for our vibrant writing community.
Prepare your taste buds and your belt for a potluck that will make Charles Dickens’ feasts seem paltry by comparison! Members are encouraged to bring their favorite family holiday sides, and as we savor the dishes, we’ll share the stories behind them. It’s the perfect time to foster connections, inspire one another, and celebrate the power of our collective creativity.

Ghosts of the Coast
2023-10-19 16:00 - 18:00 | Morehead City Library, 202 S 8th St, Morehead City, North Carolina, 28557, United States
Our October meeting is the perfect opportunity to embrace the eerie atmosphere of the season and showcase your storytelling skills. We’ll kick off the evening with a spirited writing exercise that may come back to haunt you later. Then, step up to the mic and share your most bone-chilling ghost story or paranormal poem (5 minutes or fewer). Autumn Ware will be recording the spooky season salon, and tales set in Carteret County may be featured on a special Halloween episode of EPIC Carteret. It’s going to be a unique opportunity to showcase your skills and extend your platform by scaring the pants off of podcast listeners.

An Editor's Insights on the Publishing Path
2023-09-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Reed’s Coffee + Art + Frames, 812 Evans St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Join us on September 21st, from 4-6 PM, for an enlightening event inspired by Be Kind To Editors Month! Our special guest Jan Parker is an acquisitions editor with Main Street Rag, a beloved regional literary journal, and she’s the author of our own Eddy Says blog post series.
Get ready to dive into the world of query letters, journal submissions, and more as Jan unravels the mysteries of editing and publishing. From understanding essential terminology such as writing coach, editor, concept editor, agent, beta reader, and proofreader, to exploring the diverse paths authors take to achieve publication, this event is a must-attend for aspiring writers and seasoned authors alike.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the editing and publishing world. Mark your calendars for September 21st and join us for an illuminating session that will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to navigate the intricacies of the writing industry.
Jan says bring all your writing and editing questions, even if they seem elementary. You might be surprised by how many other people are wondering the same thing.

Unleash Your Creativity: Spark Zone with Stanley Trice
2023-09-12 18:00 - 19:30 | Craven-Pamlico Regional Library, 400 Johnson St, New Bern, NC, 28560, United States
Calling all aspiring writers! Join Stanley Trice, former Carteret Writers President, for an exhilarating creative writing class at the New Bern branch of Craven-Pamlico Regional Library. Starting in September, these monthly classes are perfect for beginners, focusing on themes like character, plot, and voice.
Stanley plans to invite guest speakers for poetry and memoirs. The first class, on September 12 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm, will kick off with the motivation to write—how to get started and stay inspired. This is a free opportunity you don’t want to miss! Seize the chance to develop your writing skills alongside Stanley and a supportive community of fellow writers. Learn more and secure your spot at Craven-Pamlico Regional Library’s website. See you there! 🚀✍️

Fear Factor: Decoding the Psychology at Work in Horror Writing
2023-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Fear Factor is a four-class course that explores the enigmatic art of injecting fear into fiction. Discover how to evoke intense emotions by mastering techniques such as uncertainty, sensory details, isolation, foreshadowing, and ambiguity. Through engaging discussions, readings by esteemed authors and researchers, and practical writing exercises, participants will gain the tools to create narratives that haunt readers.
Fear Factor will be held on Monday evenings from September 11 through October 2. The price for the four two-hour classes is $58 total, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in CCC’s Wayne West building.
EPIC WRITING CHALLENGE: Participants who choose to write a short horror story set in Carteret County have the option to read their stories live at the Carteret Writers’ October event for a special Halloween episode of EPIC Carteret.

The Artist's Way with Jen Heironimus
2023-09-02 | Online
On September 2, our Treasurer Jennifer Heironimus will begin guiding us through Julia Cameron’s legendary book The Artist’s Way using our new forum technology. The Artist’s Way is a 12-week course in creativity that includes writing daily morning pages, taking yourself on a weekly artist date, and exploring your own unique artistic process. Register now to take part in forum check ins, access community support, and share your insights with fellow travelers on the artist’s path.
Join us and see where the journey takes you!

Back to School: Crafting Your Writer Brand
2023-08-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Morehead City Train Depot, 1001 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Save the date for our exciting “Back to School” event on August 17, 2023, from 4-6 PM! This event is all about helping you showcase your unique voice and style. Get ready to take your writing career to the next level using insights from our guest speaker. Stay tuned for an announcement of the speaker’s name and the location.
We invite all attendees to bring your writer bios for a fun and interactive “trade and grade” activity. Through collaboration with fellow writers, you’ll consider what makes some bios pop and receive constructive suggestions to enhance your own.
But that’s not all! As a special treat, we’ll have a professional photographer on site, offering complimentary headshot sessions exclusively for our members. Update your author profile or social media accounts with a polished and professional headshot, courtesy of Carteret Writers.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to invest in your personal brand as a writer. Join us for an empowering evening filled with learning, networking, and gaining confidence in your writer’s identity.

From Virtual to Vibrant: Maximizing Online Reach and Local Engagement in Your Author Platform
2023-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
From Virtual to Vibrant is a four-evening course designed to support writers in building a strong online and in-person presence. Having an author platform is essential for connecting with readers, expanding your reach, and establishing your brand. This course will explore effective strategies and practical techniques for developing a robust online presence through social media, websites, and email newsletters. Additionally, we’ll delve into the importance of building in-person connections, finding your community, and leveraging local networks for a more meaningful platform. Dates include:

Monday, August 7, 6 – 8pm
Monday, August 14, 6 – 8pm
Monday, August 21, 6 – 8pm
Monday, August 28, 6 – 8pm

The price for the four two-hour classes is $58 total, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in CCC’s Wayne West building.

2023 Summer Doldrums Challenge
2023-07-16 - 2023-07-29 | Online
From July 16 – 29, we’ll deliver a daily writing prompt directly to your email inbox. You take that idea and run with it for as long as you can. When you’ve wrung it dry, submit your word count and your favorite passage (100 words or fewer) using the form located in the email.
Click here to learn more about the challenge and/or sign up here.

Hooks & Lines: Marketing Copywriting Workshop
2023-06-26 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Marketing Copywriting with Autumn Ware
Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. In the final workshop, Carteret Writers Secretary and professional copywriter Autumn Ware helps you develop your marketing skills to create compelling copy that promotes your writing and attracts readers and publishers.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

Hooks & Lines: Scriptwriting Workshop
2023-06-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Transforming a scene into a script with Thomas Kies

Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. In the scriptwriting workshop, Thomas Kies will share how his popular novel series inspired a local theatrical production and how he used the art of scriptwriting to bring Geneva Chase to life.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

Member Workshop: Fast Drafting Your Novel
2023-06-17 15:00 - 17:00 | Next Chapter Books & Art, 320 S. Front Street, New Bern, NC, 28560, United States
Sherri Hollister’s workshop “Fast Drafting Your Novel” will teach you how to layer your writing. Pre-registration required.

Hooks & Lines: Poetry Writing Workshop
2023-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Writing Poetry with Emily Carter

Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. Explore the world of poetry with award-winning songwriter Emily Carter, and craft powerful pieces that captivate readers.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

Hooks & Lines: Creative Non-Fiction Workshop
2023-06-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Creative Non-Fiction with Emily Carter

Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. In the Creative Non-Fiction workshop, you’ll learn how to craft compelling narratives while exploring the line between fact and fiction with Carteret Writer and essayist Emily Carter.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

NCWN Two-Part Online Class: Building Your Platform As A Writer
2023-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
The North Carolina Writer’s Network is offering a two-part online class with KB Brookins. Their class Building Your Platform As A Writer is now open for registration.
Whether you’re just getting started or you’ve got a book deal and are ready to take your work to the next level, building an author platform is a necessary tool in the business of publishing. Learn about what goes into creating a platform and what having a platform can do for you in this 2-hour class. KB will be covering: social media, website copy and design, crafting a bio, and how to submit and how to find the right venues for your work, and more.
KB Brookins is a Black, queer, and trans writer and cultural worker from Texas. Their chapbook How To Identify Yourself with a Wound (Kallisto Gaia Press, 2022) won the Saguaro Poetry Prize. KB’s poems and essays are published in Academy of American Poets, Huffington Post, American Poetry Review, and elsewhere. They have earned fellowships from PEN America and Lambda Literary among others, and currently serve as the 2022-23 Poet-In-Residence at Civil Rights Corps. KB has two forthcoming books, Freedom House (Deep Vellum Publishing,April 11, 2023) and PRETTY (Alfred A. Knopf, 2024).

Hooks & Lines: Fiction Writing Workshop
2023-05-22 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Fiction Workshop with Thomas Kies
Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. In the second workshop, Edgar-nominated author Thomas Kies shows you how to transform real world experiences into engaging fiction while exploring the power of storytelling to connect with readers on an emotional level.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

May Meeting: A Hands-On Website Workshop
2023-05-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Morehead City Train Depot, 1001 Arendell Street, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Join us for our May meeting where we’ll introduce exciting new features on our website, including customizable member pages and forums where you can connect with other writers. We understand that technology can be intimidating, but we’re here to help! Our experienced members will guide you through signing in, customizing your profile page, and using the forums, so you can connect with one another during our summer hiatus. You’ll be amazed at how easy and fun it can be to connect with other writers and get more out of our community. Plus, the skills are transferable to your own WordPress author website. As always, we’ll make time for socializing and sharing your writing, so don’t miss this opportunity to learn and grow with us!

Hooks & Lines: Creative Play & Writing Workshop
2023-05-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Carteret Community College, 3505 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series
Creative Play & Writing with Autumn Ware
Enjoy a light summer sampler of six writing workshops to inspire, challenge, and ignite your creativity.
Hooks & Lines: A Summer Writing Workshop Series is a unique partnership between Carteret Writers and Carteret Community College, designed to cultivate creative expression and inspire writers of all experiences and backgrounds in our community. These hands-on workshops are an opportunity to explore diverse writing techniques and topics, connect with other local writers, and cultivate your creative passion. In the first workshop, Carteret Writers Secretary and professional copywriter Autumn Ware warms you up with a course in creative play, something that all serious writers should be skilled at.
The price for the six-workshop series is $58, and you can register using Instant Enrollment online, by calling CCC’s Life Enrichment department at 252-222-6200, or by emailing boneyh@carteret.edu. The class will be held in Wayne West Rm 113.

Member Book Signing: Sarah Swan
2023-05-13 11:00 - 13:00 | Next Chapter Books & Art, 320 S. Front Street, New Bern, NC, 28560, United States
Sarah Swan will be signing books at the Next Chapter Bookstore in New Bern on May 13.

April Author's Sunday at the New Bern Farmer's Market
2023-04-30 13:00 - 16:00 | New Bern Farmer’s Market, 421 S Front St, New Bern, NC, 28560, United States
Carteret Writers member Sarah Maury Swan is helping organize another Authors’ Sunday event at the New Bern Farmer’s Market in April. It’s a great opportunity to set up a table, show off your titles, and meet other writers and readers. Tables will be $10 each.
Interested in participating or want more information? Contact Sarah and let her know your genre, e.g., mystery, romance, religious, self-help, children’s books (picture books through YA), etc. An eclectic area will be provided for those of you who write in multiple genres.

Quadrennial Conference
2023-04-15 08:30 - 17:30 | Carolina Home & Gardens, 4778 NC-24, Newport, NC, 28570, United States
On April 15, Carteret Writers will be celebrating 40 years of building community among Eastern North Carolina writers and readers at the stunning local event venue Carolina Home & Gardens. Join us as we explore fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry with some of the state’s most prolific and powerful writers.

Conference Committee Zoom Check-In
2023-04-13 16:00 - 17:00 | To Be Decided, NC
Join us as we plan, organize, and prepare for the April 15 Quadrennial Conference. We’ll need assistance with talent management, program refinement, catering oversight, marketing, logistics, and more. There’s definitely a perfect role for you, and you don’t even have to leave home to help!

Conference Committee In-Person Check-In
2023-04-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Carolina Home & Gardens, 4778 NC-24, Newport, NC, 28570, United States
Join us as we plan, organize, and prepare for the April 15 Quadrennial Conference. We’ll need assistance with talent management, program refinement, catering oversight, marketing, logistics, and more. There’s definitely a perfect role for you.

Conference Committee Zoom Check-In
2023-03-23 16:00 - 17:00 | To Be Decided, NC
Join us as we plan, organize, and prepare for the April 15 Quadrennial Conference. We’ll need assistance with talent management, program refinement, catering oversight, marketing, logistics, and more. There’s definitely a perfect role for you, and you don’t even have to leave the house to help!

March Meeting: Writing Graphic Novels
2023-03-16 15:00 - 17:00 | Arts Council of Carteret County, 1702 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC, 28557, United States
March is for exploring new things! We will talk about the elements of graphic writing, try our hand at some graphic writing, and share our work. Create something entirely new at our meeting, or bring something you would like to make into the first pages of your graphic novel. Poets – bring a poem to set in illustration! We will devote some time during the meeting to share our work – whether it’s something you brought to read or it’s what you just created. Four minutes is your guide for the length of a reading.
