Every writer gets stuck sometimes. If you’re staring at a blank page, struggling through the messy middle of a story, or feeling creatively drained, this workshop is designed to help you move forward. You’ll participate in a series of fun writing exercises, creative prompts, and guided discussions. We’ll explore practical ways to spark ideas, develop characters, and get back that creative spark in your writing.

Together, we’ll experiment with storytelling techniques, embrace imperfect first drafts, and learn strategies for writing when you are just stuck. No experience is necessary. This workshop is open to writers of all levels. Bring your favorite pen. We’ll provide a starter journal and a pencil. You just need to be willing to play, explore, and see where the words take you.

When: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 12:30-2:30 am, Join us immediately following the workshop for a free author reading with other authors from The Local Artisan Collective. 

Where: The Local Artisans Collective classroom

Cost: $12 

Ages: Adults and teens. 

How to Sign Up: Online: www.localartisancollective.com Tickets can also be purchased at the store at 2371 Kiesel Ave in Ogden, UT 

Email Elizabeth at Liz@editingmee.com with any questions 

Please notify The Local Artisan Collective at least 7 days prior to the start of the class to receive a full refund, minus a $5 cancellation fee. Refunds will not be given less than 7 days prior to the start of the class. 

About the Instructors 

Elizabeth Suggs (she/her) is the co-owner of the indie publisher Collective Tales Publishing, owner of Editing Mee, and is the author of a growing number of award-winning published stories, one of which was part of an Amazon Bestseller collection. She is also a book reviewer (EditingMee.com), popular bookstagrammer, and cosplayer (@ElizabethSuggsAuthor). When she’s not writing or reading, she’s traveling the world.

KC Peek (she/her) is an award-winning mixed media artist, writer, and educator based in Ogden, Utah. With a master’s degree in Professional Communication and a background in learning and development, she brings a passion for storytelling, language, and creative exploration to her workshops. Her writing has been published in literary journals, including The Bangalore Review, and she is currently working on a collection of short stories and poetry, I am Purple. KC also created a deck of storytelling prompts designed to help writers and creatives spark new ideas, move through creative blocks, and discover the stories they want to tell.