HELLO + WELCOME

Welcome to the Winter Writing Sanctuary, a warm and cosy place of retreat in the darkest season!

You can find two warm up exercises in Lesson 1.0 to get you started, and then follow the lessons in order. The Winter Writing Sanctuary is designed as a two-week course, but you are welcome to go at whatever pace suits you. You will have access to this classroom until January 31, 2023.

Please note this was originally run as a live class from Nov 22 – Dec 4, 2021, so while I am no longer active in the course, you are welcome to watch the replays of the Live Writing Hour and Live Q&A under OUR LIVE SESSIONS (which follows Lesson 1.0).

The class Facebook group is now open here and I encourage you to join if you would like to share your work and get support from a friendly community of writers. No pressure at all – it’s up to you! Please note that as the live class is now over, I am no longer active in this group.

Hope you love the course,

Beth Xx

PS Come and let me know that you have signed up – you’ll find me on Instagram @bethkempton.

FOR A LITTLE EXTRA INSPIRATION…

Get in the mood for the season with my podcast The Calm Christmas Podcast, available now on iTunes, Spotify or on my website here. There will be new episodes every Wednesday throughout November and December, with lots of lovely winter writing to inspire you, plus tips for preparing for the festivities, and for taking good care of yourself through the winter.

Class runs Nov 22-Dec 4 2021 online

2021 has been quite the year. You are invited to come and seek refuge in the Winter Writing Sanctuary, a two-week online writing course to soothe the mind and nourish the soul. Join me, Beth Kempton, for cosy fireside chats, and daily writing prompts and inspiration.

Writing can be a form of self-care. This short online class will be a beacon in the darkest season, offering an outlet for all you have been carrying, as well as an escape from the chaos of the run up to the holidays. It will also be a place to share your words with other writers and build your creative confidence.

And it’s completely FREE, so bring your friends and let’s write the winter together.

What’s included

Eleven video-based lessons approaching writing in a variety of ways, with inspiring prompts and exercises to nurture your writing practice. I include a host of insights into my personal experience writing five books, numerous published articles and thousands of social media posts.
Daily audios to prompt your creativity to spill out onto the page
One LIVE Writing Hour with me, Beth Kempton (5-6pm UK time on Friday 26 November 2021)*
One LIVE Ask Anything Q&A Session with me, Beth Kempton (7.30-8.30pm UK time on Wednesday 1 December 2021)*
A private community space where you can connect with other writers, and share your work if you wish (please note there is no critique in this course, just lots of love and support!) Please note I am not active in this group as a teacher. Rather, it is a space for you to connect with other writers.

*Please see the World Clock for the time where you are. If you cannot make the live sessions you will be able to watch replays afterwards. You can also send any questions in by email in advance.

Who’s it for?

Anyone who loves to write and wants a gentle, creative experience to escape to, or a nurturing outlet at the darkest time of the year*. Whether you are a novice, an aspiring author, someone wanting to connect with others through your social media platforms, or a career writer, you will find much in here to support you. Please note there is no critique in this class, it is designed to help the words flow in a non-judgemental, encouraging environment.

*Note: I am based in England where winter is dark, wet and cosy, but of course you are welcome to join from anywhere.

About your tutor

Beth Kempton has spent the last decade helping tens of thousands of people find creative ways to live well doing what they love, through powerful online courses and workshops as founder of Do What You Love. Beth writes self-help books which have been translated into 24 languages.

Her bestselling book ‘Wabi Sabi: Japanese wisdom for a perfectly imperfect life’ has been recommended by TIME Magazine, British Vogue, The Telegraph, and Psychologies Magazine, described as ‘a truly transformational read’ by Sunday Times Style, and optioned for television. She is also the author of Freedom Seeker: Live more. Worry less. Do what you love., Calm Christmas and a Happy New Year and most recently, We Are in This Together: Finding hope and opportunity in the depths of adversity’ (Piatkus) which she wrote in sixteen days in the middle of the COVID-19 crisis. Mother of two adorable girls, she lives a slow-ish life in Devon, UK.

Important note

Please be aware that this is not a replacement for clinical therapy. Please seek professional clinical advice if you need it. Please also note that this class does not include specific advice on writing technique or any feedback on individual writing samples.

FAQ

Do I have to be online at a certain time to join in?

No, the lessons are released daily from November 22 over two weeks, but you can access them whenever you like. There will be two LIVE sessions (one Live Writing Hour and one Ask Anything Q&A with Beth) but if you cannot make these you will be able to watch a replay, and you can send any questions in by email in advance. Don’t worry if the timing doesn’t work for you – you will have access to the content until January 31 2023, so you can do it whenever you like.

Can I do it at my own pace?

Yes of course. You will have access to the classroom until January 31, 2023 and most of the content is downloadable anyway.

Can I join if I live outside of the UK?

Yes you can join from anywhere.

Is this course suitable for children?

It is designed for over 18s, but the class content itself is fine for young adults subject to parental approval. We would not encourage any under-18s to join the class Facebook group as writing can bring up all sorts of emotions and it might not be appropriate for them.

I’m not on Facebook. Can I still join in?

Sure. All the lessons are posted in a private classroom and the Facebook group is an optional extra. It’s a wonderful place to build community, but you don’t have to join if you don’t want to.

DO I HAVE TO GIVE YOU MY CREDIT CARD DETAILS?

No. This class is completely free. In order to register you will need to go through the checkout process but you will not be asked for any financial details.