Writing Motherhood

Motherhood is a rich subject for writing. As Sarah Ruhl writes, “...motherhood is an undiscovered country in the literary sense, one we must venture into lest our experiences [go] unrecorded.”

Open to anyone who is a mother (self-defined) or wants to write about mothers. Open to both novices and seasoned writers.

This workshop will provide a space to explore our experiences of mothering through writing in any genre. We will mine the rich and abundant material that comes from the experience of mothering or being mothered, and I hope that the act of describing our experiences empowers us as writers and as mothers.

About your facilitator:

Raquel Vogl is an American writer, musician, and teacher. She has taught English and writing for years in a variety of settings. Raquel loves helping people find their creative voice and facilitating their expression and writing. She has had work published in Storgy, The Sheffield Review, and the Donna Collective among other places. In her musical life, she has released multiple records and toured the United States, and she continues to investigate the writing spectrum from song to the written word with her band Persona, recently releasing a record on the label Sonido Polifonico.

Please Note:

• 18+ only
• The Writers Workshop's space has no step-free access. We apologise for any disappointment (we are working on finding a fully accessible venue).
• Refreshments and writing materials are available.
• Booking essential. No walkups.
• Full refund available until Friday November 8th. No refunds after 8 November.

The Writers Workshop is a nonprofit social enterprise and members are our lifeblood. If you love to write, please consider joining!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Orchard Square, 14 Orchard Square, Sheffield City Centre, United Kingdom