Learn how to fill your creative well with the inspiration you need for a successful writing life.
Every writer knows the feeling—your ideas feel stuck, your motivation fades and, suddenly, writing feels more like a chore than a passion.
But what if you could refill your creative well, reconnect with other writers, and leave feeling inspired again? That’s exactly what Writers Teatime Talk is for.
Whether you’re trying to take care of your emotional well-being, looking for inspiration, attempting to find balance between writing and the rest of your life, dealing with rejection, struggling to get into a routine, or facing writers block, our quarterly Writers Teatime Talk will help you find your way through.
It’s OK to need support. All writers–no matter where they’re at in their journey–run out of creative juice, feel off balance, or get overwhelmed.
It turns out, turning to other writers is the best way to get it. Why? Because we understand it. It happens to all of us.
At Writers Teatime Talk, you’ll:
✔ Find fresh inspiration through meaningful conversations with fellow writers
✔ Get real-world strategies to overcome writer’s block, rejection, and burnout
✔ Learn how to balance writing with life (without guilt or frustration)
✔ Enjoy a cozy, relaxed space to reflect on your writing journey
✔ Indulge in tea, coffee, chocolate, and treats while you connect with your creative self
Each quarter, we’ll focus on a topic related to the inspiration you need to keep your writers life going.
Whether you’re a brand-new writer or a seasoned pro, you’ll find something valuable here. No matter where you are in your writing journey, Writers Teatime Talk is designed to support, inspire, and connect you with others who share your passion.
May’s focus: How to Play With Your Writing
What if writing felt more like play and less like pressure?
Creativity often flourishes when we loosen up, break the rules, and allow ourselves to experiment without judgment. We’ll talk about playfulness in writing—experimenting with form, voice, and unexpected ideas.
This is for you if:
- You feel creatively stuck or uninspired
- You struggle to balance writing with everyday life
- You need motivation to build a consistent writing routine
- You want to connect with other writers in a relaxed, supportive space
- You just really love tea, chocolate, and good conversation
Will there be tea AND treats?
Yes! We’ll have tea, coffee, and Euphoria Chocolate hot cocoa for your sipping pleasure, as well as some delicious treats. We’ll have gluten- and dairy-free options as needed (just let us know what you need when you register).
🫖 What to Expect at Writers Teatime Talk
☕ Get cozy & settle in – Find a comfy seat, grab a cup of tea, coffee, or hot cocoa, and connect with fellow writers.
💡 Writing life discussion – We’ll share struggles, successes, and insights about this quarter’s theme.
📚 Expert guidance from facilitator Jeaux Bartlett – Expect tips, exercises, and encouragement to help you move forward.
✍️ Creative exercises (optional but fun!) – Try a prompt or journaling activity to spark ideas and inspiration.
🍫 Tea, treats & community – Because writing is better with good company and chocolate.
Writing is better when we share it. Come sip tea, chat about the writing life, and leave feeling refreshed, motivated, and ready to create. Whether you need inspiration, guidance, or just a moment to breathe, Writers Teatime Talk is here for you. We’d love to have you join us!
Friday, May 30, 2025
3:30-5 pm
In-person at the Wordcrafters studio
436 Charnelton St. Ste 100
Eugene, OR 97401
Cost
Access: $19 – if you have limited access to funds
Sustainer: $24 – the actual cost of this group
Patron: $29 – if you have more access to wealth/resources and can support others who need to pay less
Choose the ticket price that best reflects your financial capacity. We trust you to discern your financial situation and your level of need or ability to give to others with less access to wealth.
Learn more about our Pay From Your Heart Pricing.
We want everyone to have access to our writing programs. If you need additional support, please complete our scholarship request form.
Wordcrafters members save 10% on this and other events and classes.
Click here to learn about becoming a Wordcrafter.
Tea, treats, and creative company await–don’t miss it!
HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS
Masks are optional. Please stay home if you’re unwell with any upper respiratory illness.
Your intrepid faciliator
Jeaux Bartlett (they/them or xe/xem) is a writer and teacher living in Eugene, Oregon. Jeaux has published several books and online courses focused on personal growth, and their work has appeared in the Register Guard, Lane Monthly, Rochester insider, and Nature’s Wisdom, among other publications.
Jeaux is a certified Grief Recovery Method specialist, a National Spiritualist Teacher, and a Reiki Master Teacher. Jeaux enjoys writing about overcoming loss and adversity, and learning to trust yourself again.
Jeaux is currently working on Unintentional Community, their third autofiction novel. They’re a genre-bending writer whose work explores nature, healing, and the body, and they believe, deeply, in the power of story to transform and connect.
When they are not writing, Jeaux enjoys playing with natural dyes, knitting, and building a writing camp in the woods.
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