Palm Springs Writers Guild

Palm Springs Writers Guild The Guild encourages, develops, and supports aspiring and established Coachella Valley writers.

The Guild awarded $7000 in scholarships. Winners honored May 2nd include Elissa-mae Blaylock and Naleah Rodriguez of Des...
05/05/2026

The Guild awarded $7000 in scholarships. Winners honored May 2nd include Elissa-mae Blaylock and Naleah Rodriguez of Desert Hot Springs High School with $1500 scholarships each, plus a $1500 scholarship to Lauren Cruz de Armas of La Quinta High School. Saniyah Johnson is also pictured receiving a $500 scholarship for her Community Service Essay. Not pictured are winners Vanessa Siqueiros (Desert Hot Springs HS), a $1500 winner, and Sofia Cruz-Gonzalez (Indio HS), a $500 scholarship for her Community Service Essay. The public can donate to our scholarship fund for 2027.

There are some spots left for the Writers "Retreat to the Heat" June 28 - July 1 Register here:  https://palmspringswrit...
04/27/2026

There are some spots left for the Writers "Retreat to the Heat" June 28 - July 1 Register here: https://palmspringswritersguild.org/event-6491179

Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting your journey, this Writers Retreat will help you unlock your full potential. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Palm Springs, our retreat offers a balance of inspiration and relaxation.

Each morning, attendees will gain insights, tools, and techniques to help them achieve their writing goals. Afternoons are focused on putting these strategies to work and receiving tailored feedback.

Evenings are for connecting with fellow writers.

Writers will receive expert instruction from award-winning writers.

Keynote speakers are the fabulous Steven Rowley and Byron Lane. In the house will be best-selling authors / instructors: David Putnam and Hollie Overton.

Ken Sherman, book agent, will share the latest trends in the industry and provide guidance to retreat authors on publishing their writing or adapting it for film.

Multi-published author Jayce Carter will teach the skills needed to succeed as a writer.

Author and screenwriter Eduardo Santiago will share tips for writing more engaging dialog.

Register today!

04/14/2026

Registration is open for the Retreat to the Heat! "Pitch to an Agent" is a new add-on for programing, but no extra cost to attendees if you sign up soon!

Get your first page perfect! Online learning this Friday, April 17 with Jayce Carter, instructor and Board member. Regis...
04/14/2026

Get your first page perfect! Online learning this Friday, April 17 with Jayce Carter, instructor and Board member. Register here:

Members learned how to improve their writing style at our Writers' Forum last Sat., with editors Charlotte Hunter Copper...
04/07/2026

Members learned how to improve their writing style at our Writers' Forum last Sat., with editors Charlotte Hunter Copper and Howard Goldberg.
Join us in May 2 to hear our panel on "Writing Memoir (without losing your mind!)" https://palmspringswritersguild.org/events

03/24/2026

It's Registration Week! Spring ahead by securing your spot. See what last year's 11 writers thought of the Retreat to the Heat, then sizzle your way in this year among 20 writers. https://palmspringswritersguild.org/retreat26

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44489 Town Center Way, Ste D
Palm Desert, CA
92260

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