Have you always wanted to try creative writing but stopped yourself before you started? Have you written before but want to re-ignite your passion for writing again? This class is for you.

You will be guided and gently led into a world of your words and ideas. Unleash your creativity and break free from self-doubt in this creative writing class. Discover the joy of writing from your unique perspective, without judgment. Unlock your authentic voice to help bring your stories to life. Get out of your head and into imagination. Come ready to have fun, take risks, and surprise yourself with what you create!  Creative writing is a wonderful form of self-expression, so whatever age you are or wherever you are in your writing journey it is never too soon or too late to discover where words can take you.

Melissa MacTaggart: I have a multi layered background in writing and the performing arts. Having worked in many different areas of the theatre world as an actor, producer, director, playwright, theatre company creative director and drama teacher, I bring a rich and diverse experience to my work. I have been a freelance writer for the past twenty-five years and I have worked in many different writing genres. I wrote and produced two new plays which were part of the ‘Beverly Hills Live’ summer season in Los Angeles. I had a bi-monthly column, ‘Urban Suburban,’ for Chicagolands Sun-Times newspaper. I was a ghostwriter for an online magazine for nine years and wrote articles on gardening, environmental issues and eco awareness in the home. I have written for the Daily Herald Chicago and created content for websites. I have worked as a lyricist and song writer. I signed a book deal with IOM Media in 2022 for my youth novel, the publishing release date is September 2025. My passion for words has shaped and carried me forward throughout my life.