Wisconsin Writers Association upcoming events

Intensive Novel Writing with Lisa Lickel - Spring 2026 morning section (Wed, April 08, 2026)

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Lisa Lickel, author/editor, book coach, and editor of Creative Wisconsin magazine is leading five-week intensive critique groups for novel or other full-length book writers who have a drafted (completed or nearly completed) manuscript and experience working with others in critique groups. PLEASE NOTE: these are five sessions in a row. Maximum 4 and minimum 3 participants. Each participant will submit 25 pages of their own work for critique each week. In turn, they will read and critique pages submitted by the other 2 or 3 participants (maximum 50-75 pages each week). These sessions are for authors who want specific feedback on their novel or other book-length work

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84923853341?pwd=KzJ1Yyt3L0x3TndjNktBOVNMUGQxUT09

Memoir Writing with Catherine Stover - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 09, 2026)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Catherine Stover. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 6 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85973091916?pwd=vyGavUMqguhwcKY4IHOphh3izhHkjc.1

Advanced Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Tue, April 14, 2026)

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of literary and genre fiction writers. Laurie welcomes ANY fiction (except erotica) from novelists, short story writers, and flash fiction writers.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Intensive Novel Writing with Lisa Lickel - Spring 2026 morning section (Wed, April 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84923853341?pwd=KzJ1Yyt3L0x3TndjNktBOVNMUGQxUT09

Fiction and Non-Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Wed, April 15, 2026)

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of fiction, non-fiction, and memoir writers in either short or long form.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Memoir Writing with Catherine Stover - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85973091916?pwd=vyGavUMqguhwcKY4IHOphh3izhHkjc.1

Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Intensive Novel Writing with Lisa Lickel - Spring 2026 morning section (Wed, April 22, 2026)

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84923853341?pwd=KzJ1Yyt3L0x3TndjNktBOVNMUGQxUT09

Memoir Writing with Catherine Stover - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 23, 2026)

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85973091916?pwd=vyGavUMqguhwcKY4IHOphh3izhHkjc.1

Advanced Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Tue, April 28, 2026)

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Intensive Novel Writing with Lisa Lickel - Spring 2026 morning section (Wed, April 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84923853341?pwd=KzJ1Yyt3L0x3TndjNktBOVNMUGQxUT09

Fiction and Non-Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Wed, April 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of fiction, non-fiction, and memoir writers in either short or long form.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Memoir Writing with Catherine Stover - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85973091916?pwd=vyGavUMqguhwcKY4IHOphh3izhHkjc.1

Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Thu, April 30, 2026)

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Memoir Writing with Catherine Stover - Spring 2026 (Thu, May 07, 2026)

Thu, 07 May 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85973091916?pwd=vyGavUMqguhwcKY4IHOphh3izhHkjc.1

Wispresso Cafe (Sat, May 09, 2026)

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:00:00 GMT

The Wispresso Cafe—is where books, writing, coffee, and conversation brew together for Wisconsin authors. Hosted by TK Sheffield and starring a rotating cast of your favorite Wisconsin Writers Association (WWA) personalities, this is your chance to find your voice, share your story, and be inspired by other creatives.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82086054922?pwd=hirYSvOLwHOlc8pslQzXxtPZIeC7FD.1

Advanced Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Tue, May 12, 2026)

Tue, 12 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Fiction and Non-Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Wed, May 13, 2026)

Wed, 13 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of fiction, non-fiction, and memoir writers in either short or long form.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Thu, May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Advanced Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Tue, May 26, 2026)

Tue, 26 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Fiction and Non-Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Wed, May 27, 2026)

Wed, 27 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of fiction, non-fiction, and memoir writers in either short or long form.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Thu, May 28, 2026)

Thu, 28 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Fiction and Non-Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Mon, June 01, 2026)

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

During the two hour Zoom sessions you’ll receive feedback regarding your work from colleagues and a complete critique from instructor Laurie Scheer. This is a safe and supportive space that provides insight and encouragement from like-minded writers. There will be a limit of 8 participants to the group so that everyone receives time and feedback every session. The group is designed for all levels of fiction, non-fiction, and memoir writers in either short or long form.

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Advanced Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Tue, June 09, 2026)

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1

Strictly Fiction with Laurie Scheer - Spring 2026 (Thu, June 11, 2026)

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Zoom > https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88178908247?pwd=xvpu2D9hH47StoauuU5zGbSRG7Q85N.1