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Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Perfect Your Pitch a.k.a. Find the Heart of Your Story | April 16
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Denver) | Colorado
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
Perfect Your Pitch a.k.a. Find the Heart of Your Story
Identifying and being able to clearly articulate the heart of your story is key to writing and finishing your book, as well as selling it (to a publisher or the public). This workshop will help you tighten up your narrative arc to make your story more readable and more publishable.
April 16 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM
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Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | May 21
2026-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Colorado
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
May 21 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM
Come and commune with other writers. Sacks and drinks provided. All writers welcome: fiction, nonfiction, short story, memoir, essay, poetry. Topic to be announced.
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Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Member Readings with Optional Feedback | June 18
2026-06-18 18:30 - 20:30 | Colorado
Member Readings with Optional Feedback

One of the more important Meetings in our schedule – it provides the opportunity for you to support your fellow writers and/or be supported. Audience feedback on your reading is optional.

June 18 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM
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July 16 | Summer Soiree

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Summer Soiree | July 16
2026-07-16 18:30 - 20:30 | Colorado
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
Summer Soiree
July 16 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

It’s celebration time! Celebration of all of you, your impressive creativity, your dedication to writing, and your commitment to supporting other writers. Our Summer Soiree is always a lot of fun.

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August 20 | State of the Publishing Industry

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | State of the Publishing Industry | August 20
2026-08-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Bonfire Coffee, 433 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado, 81623
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
August 20 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

State of the Publishing Industry
An up-to-the-minute presentation on the trends and challenges in publishing. A lengthy Q&A period will follow, so you can get your questions answered.

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September 17 | Flex Your Creativity and Expand Your Skill

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Flex Your Creativity and Expand Your Skill | September 17
2026-09-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Bonfire Coffee, 433 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado, 81623
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
August 20 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Flex Your Creativity and Expand Your Skill
Writing prompts are a fantastic way to expand your creativity, explore new genres, and find your unique voice. So, whether you’re a seasoned wordsmith or just dipping your toes into the world of writing, come expand your artistic chops. Sharing is optional.

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October 15 | Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy with Mary Robinette Kowal

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy with Mary Robinette Kowal | October 15
2026-10-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Bonfire Coffee, 433 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado, 81623
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
October 15 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy with Mary Robinette Kowal.

Why is SFF hugely popular? Writers of all genres can improve the appeal of their writing by applying SFF techniques.

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November 19 | Writing fiction with Laura Zigman

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Writing fiction with Laura Zigman | November 19
2026-11-19 18:30 - 20:30 | Bonfire Coffee, 433 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado, 81623
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
November 19 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Writing fiction with Laura Zigman

Author Laura Zigman (THE AUTHOR WEEKEND, SEPARATION ANXIETY) will teach the key elements of fiction.

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December 17 | Holiday Party & Book Exchange

Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting | Holiday Party & Book Exchange | December 17
2026-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Bonfire Coffee, 433 Main St., Carbondale, Colorado, 81623
Aspen Writers Network Third Thursday Meeting
December 17 | Bonfire Coffee (433 Main St, Carbondale) | 6:30 to 8:30 PM

Holiday Party & Book Exchange
Join us for a festive and fun gathering! Choose a beloved book to share with other members.

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Upcoming Third Thursday Meetings

2027 Meetings will be announced soon!
