Writing By Writers
Pam Houston is a co-founder of the non-profit Writing by Writers. WxW hosts multi-day writing workshops for people interested in writing fiction, nonfiction, memoir and poetry. The workshops are taught by nationally known, published authors, who are adept at teaching the craft of writing to all levels of student. In addition, participants learn how to read others’ work critically and apply those lessons to their own writing.
Manuscript Review with Pam
Due to current circumstances caused by Covid19 and the necessary cancellations of multiple workshops, Pam is offering to work with individuals on their individual projects. Learn more about what to expect and how to get in touch here.
June 16-22;23-28, 2025: The Mont Blanc workshop
chamonix, france
The Mont Blanc workshop is a one or two-week long writing adventure where writers will have the opportunity to generate new work, receive manuscript critique, explore Chamonix and hike in stunning French Alps. The workshops are limited to 12 participants to ensure an intimate setting, plus plenty of time to write and enjoy France. All participants will work with faculty member Pam Houston whether they choose to attend one week only or the full two-week session.
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august 31-september 5, 2025: writing & riding adventure
Diamond 4 ranch, wind river mountains, wyoming
Join author, teacher, speaker Pam Houston for five days of writing and riding in the inspiring landscapes of the Wind River Mountain Range. Let trusty mountain horses open your heart while good conversations open your mind about writing, craft and courage to tell your truest story. We will be talking about craft and generating new work every time we are not in the saddle.
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september 8-13, 2025: co-creating with mother earth
the free flow institute, SAN JUAN ISLANDS, WASHINGTON
An early autumn paddle through the San Juan Islands with Pam Houston, mining our own experience and imagination for story - and for hope. For emerging and established storytellers and writers of all genres, skill levels, and backgrounds and anyone who loves the earth.
October 12-17, 2025 Writing With Pam Houston
paint rock canyon ranch, northern wyoming
Join author Pam Houston for a five-night generative workshop, with participants writing new work inspired by the surrounding ranch and using this physical world to help access our emotional world. Pam will guide you in discussing elements of craft and accessing the ranch and all its creatures and components as metaphor.
Enjoy riding in the varied landscapes of the Paintrock Canyon Ranch. All riding and writing levels are welcome.
November 7-9, 2025, Generative Hiking and Writing Retreat With pam and Amy Irvine
Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch, cortez, co
Join Pam Houston and Amy Irvine for a generative hiking and writing retreat. More information to come. Please contact the Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch for more information.
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September 5-12, 2026, Writing Deeply into the ‘more than human world
Atelier clos mirabel| Pau, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
S.W. France
Join Pam Houston at Atelier Clos Mirabel for a creative writing workshop in the foothills of the Pyrénées mountains. The focus of this workshop will be all about generating new work in a collective environment.