A private writing center in Reading, MA
Where writers
come to write.
A dedicated workspace, daily programming, courses, coaching, and a community of committed writers. Everything you need for a daily writing practice, in one place.
the Writers' CLC
A place that takes the craft as seriously as you do
The Writers' CLC is a membership-based private writing center at 2 Haven Street, Suites 102 and 103, in Reading, MA. Members have daily access to a dedicated writing workspace, a day built around focused writing and facilitated sessions, and a peer community of writers working on novels, memoirs, poetry, and nonfiction.
The center also offers multi-week courses and one-on-one coaching, open to both members and non-members.
This is a place you belong to.
The daily rhythm
What a day here looks like
The day has a rhythm here. Quiet morning hours for focused writing. A workshop or guided session at 10:30. The Writing Circle at 12:30. An open afternoon to write at your own pace. Evening programming on Monday and Thursday. The structure makes the writing life sustainable.
6:00 - 10:00 AM
Quiet Hours
Both suites. No conversation.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Workshop
New topic every day.
12:30 - 2:00 PM
Writing Circle
Every weekday. Same format.
2:00 - 6:00 PM
Independent Hours
Open. No facilitation.
7:00 - 9:00 PM
Evening
Monday and Thursday.
Open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
Full daily rhythmMembership
What membership includes
- ✓ Daily workspace access, 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week, both suites
- ✓ All daily programming: five morning sessions, five Writing Circles, Monday and Thursday evenings, Saturday sessions
- ✓ Thirteen facilitated touchpoints per week, all included
- ✓ Access to the Writers' CLC Member Platform
- ✓ Full access to our suite of proprietary writing tools
- ✓ Member rates on courses and coaching
Odyssey membership
A premium cohort experience. Placement in a group of 6-8 writers, biweekly cohort sessions, a monthly mentor check-in, and early access to everything. $299/month for founding members.
Learn more →Core Membership
$79
per month
Cancel anytime. No long-term commitment.
Become a Member Or schedule a tour first
Courses
Go deeper
Multi-week courses in fiction, nonfiction, poetry, screenwriting, and the business of writing. Every course has a clear outcome. Every session includes writing time. You leave with pages, not just ideas.
View current courses →
Coaching
One on one
90-minute sessions covering craft development, manuscript feedback, and publishing strategy. Member rate $120. Standard rate $150.
Learn about coaching →From our writers
The WCLC is a supportive and motivating learning community. I came away with not only more knowledge, but also more confidence in my abilities as a writer.
Liz, member
The WCLC course took something overwhelming and scary, and made it completely digestible. If you feel intimidated by where to start, this is for you.
Amanda, course participant
This is the place I always needed as a writer. Camaraderie. Support. And skilled, knowledgeable instructors.
Writers' CLC member
The space
Two suites at 2 Haven Street
Suite 102 is the community space. Suite 103 is the quiet writing sanctuary. Both are open from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
Visit
Reading, MA
- Address 2 Haven St, Suites 102 & 103, Reading, MA 01867
- Hours 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week. Member access by unique code.
- Parking Free street parking out front. Free lot in the rear of the building.
- Transit Directly across from Reading MBTA Commuter Rail
- Phone (781) 663-2800
- Email [email protected]
