Papine Writing Collective
A decolonized, DIY MFA for Caribbean writers who want to strengthen their voice, develop a greater understanding of craft, and forge a path to publication.
Past. Present. Future.
Writing Workshop: Meander, Spiral, and Explode
Fall 2023
Exploring storytelling methods rooted in elements of meander, spiral, and explode. The workshop provides a collaborative environment where writers receive feedback, suggestions, and insights from their peers to refine and enhance their work. Experimentation with unconventional storytelling techniques is encouraged to foster a deeper understanding of Caribbean storytelling traditions.
Forms of Literary Arts: Speculative Writing
Spring 2024
In this Forms of Fiction, Nonfiction, and Poetry class, we read to investigate how speculative writing pushes the boundaries of reality. Speculative writing sparks imagination, urging writers to think beyond the known and fostering a dynamic environment for creative expression.
Upcoming: Graphic Stories
Summer 2024
Get a comprehensive introduction to the craft of writing and creating comics, regardless of your drawing abilities and prior experience. Our aim is to make the Caribbean aware of graphic storytelling as a limitless creative practice