Writing the Novel camp was full of talented, whip-smart girls this year. They were so dedicated to their writing that it made my heart sing. We had stories about stowaways, magic doors, young detectives, and a house that needs to be fed. Keep an eye on this group of flourishing writers. They’re going to go far. – Carolyn Cohagan Cazzy by Fiona Briggs I found Cazzy when I was twelve. She was at the grocery store, sitting by a Redbox. I immediately fell in love. I left with Leg

There are so many ways to look at the moon, to see a monster, to watch a crocus bloom. Whether we were searching hidden corners of impressionistic paintings or listening to classical music, this writing cohort reminded me that the best creative communities are courageous in seeing! We found inspiration in the work of Naomi Shihab Nye, Roald Dahl, and Mary Oliver; we sparked new ideas with time lapse photography and modern art. We gifted each other new character names and solv