No one writes more powerfully and authentically than Anne Lamott.

We’re thrilled to invite you to a daylong virtual workshop featuring a special, tailored keynote address from the New York Times bestselling author — pre-recorded exclusively for the Erma Bombeck Writers’ Workshop. Anne will share her wisdom on the art of writing your truth, then answer pre-submitted questions from the Erma community.*

The workshop also includes five live, interactive writing sessions, each led by a seasoned instructor who will help you reclaim your voice, write from the heart and bring vulnerability, purpose (and some humor) to your work.

Join us from the comfort of your home — PJs and yoga pants are completely welcome. You’ll have unlimited access to all the recordings for at least six months, so you can catch up at your convenience if you need to skip a session.

Please note that times below are Eastern, but will appear in your time zone when you join the conference. The schedule (subject to change): 

(All times EST, though times will appear in your time zone during the event.)

11-Noon: Writing Your Truth in the Age of Hate (Bonnie Jean Feldkamp)
 
Noon-12:30 p.m.: Lunch/Brunch Break
 
12:30-1:30 p.m.: Voice Lessons: Shaping Your Authentic Voice (Polly Campbell)
 
1:35-2:35 p.m.: Get Specific: Finding Funny Words, Examples, Metaphors & More (Tara Karr Roberts)

2:45-3:45: Writing with Nature as Our Muse (Kimberly Lee)

3:55-4:55 p.m.: Funny is the New Deep (Steve Almond)

* Anne's Lamott's remarks, crafted especially for this event, will be streamed from a recording that took place prior to the live broadcasting because of her demanding schedule.  Don't worry; it'll be just as if she's joining us live! 

The Virtual Erma 2025: Stories of Our Lives Featuring Anne Lamott