WRITE NOW

Originally introduced in 2018 by Lidia Yuknavitch, these generative creative incubators have been a very popular staple of the Corporeal Writing curriculum.

Especially during this time of the Covid-19 pandemic, these WRITE NOW intensives have been received so warmly by those who have written with them.

These are four-week courses, guided by videos featuring our very own Lidia, and can apply to any sort of writing you may be doing: fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and of course hybrids.

Right now we have three forms to explore: the Narrative Braid, the Narrative Palimpsest, and the Narrative Triptych. You can buy the introvert version of these courses anytime and receive permanent access to the videos and go at your own pace. Every once in a while we open new extrovert modules, which additionally feature an online class space with nine other writers with whom you’ll interact and exchange generative feedback. Think of these as creative playpens, and in these times of isolation, opportunities for connection and support.

The new F2F extrovert versions will consist of small groups meeting at the Corporeal Center in downtown Portland with Domi and Katie leading each session alongside the videos provided by Lidia.

A number of writers have offered testimonials that we’d like to share with you. Find those just below this recording of a free 90-minute online session Lidia did a couple weeks into quarantine about a third form, the Narrative Helix. This should give you a sense of what you can expect from the WRITE NOW videos. Which is to say, a whole lot of awesome.

Testimonials

“Lidia's process for holding and making sense of the mixed up pieces of our lives came as a great comfort during a time that has felt chaotic and strange. Sitting with a cup of tea and listening to her encourage me to write has kept me going. I watch the videos over and over and I've read many of the suggested essays more than once. With Lidia's voice in my ear, making art has helped me feel connected during this solitary time.” —Cristina S.

“I signed up for Corporeal Writing's Write Now: The Narrative Braid long before I really knew anything of COVID-19. Learning from Lidia and the staff at Corporeal Writing has been an incredible experience. Listening to her via video lessons along with the helpful step-by-step instructions has emboldened me to try new things.” —Kirsten P.

“The Narrative Braid course cracked open my writing and gave me both skills and permission to write in a completely different way. It allowed me to access the truth in stories that had previously felt just out of reach. And in these crazy times, it was such a joy to have the wonderful and generous Lidia supporting me in my very own lounge room. I’ll be back for more.” —Lesley-Anne H.

“Lidia's Narrative Braid online course was incredibly nourishing. The weekly video talks and portals helped me trust myself, stay open and inquisitive, and made me want to write like crazy. Her portals opened things in me that had been closed. This online Extrovert space made me feel seen and held and gave me a sense of purpose. This class was easily the best thing I've done for myself this year.” —Amra B.