2026 Poet Laureate of Nederland, Colorado
Writing Wild Workshops- Summer 2026
Workshops exploring the landscapes of the body and the earth.
Writing Wild Workshops are season-based generative workshops exploring our wild, physical selves in all the landscapes we inhabit. Participants drop into their senses and write to and from this place in a series of exercises meant to inspire and get their creative juices going. Open to beginners and seasoned writers as well as the writing curious. Plan for camaraderie, craft talk, nature walking, discussion, and plenty of writing. Space limited. #writingwildworkshops
In person.
Writing Wild:
Learning the Language of Land
Sunday, June 7th 10-3:30
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Writing Wild: Ritual
Sunday, Oct 4th 10-3:30
Space Limited.
Full Day Workshops - $150, Or $125each, for early registration or if you register with a friend.
The Fox Who Came to Dinner
Rough Beauty: Forty Seasons of Mountain Living
“A Gorgeous Meditation on Solitude and Connection.”
This critically-acclaimed memoir chronicles Karen’s forty seasons of “living wild” in the Colorado Rockies and the shifting landscapes of being alone. It traces Karen’s retreat into wildness to learn what it means “to live deeply, becoming intimate with rocks and stars.”
Coaching + Consultation
Write Intuitively, Write Well, Write Wild.
I have 30 years of teaching experience in the craft of creative writing. I also coach, do public Consultation + Coaching
I offer one-time or on-going consultations on literary fiction or creative nonfiction manuscripts. Fees vary depending on author need and project. II also provide monthly coaching. Inquire here.
Testimonials
“Karen is a magician. Through a series of immersive exercises she guided us to tap into the wisdom of our senses, drawing out our voices. By the end of the workshop we had each crafted jewels of narrative that left us yearning to keep going. An enriching, revelatory experience that I can’t wait to repeat.”
—Giula B., Boulder, CO
“The best gift I’ve ever given myself is to hire Karen as my creative writing consultant and coach”
—Danelle Y., Castle Rock, CO
“Thank you again for your sage direction and dedication to the word.”
—Capt. Mike A., Cypress, TX.speaking engagements and consult on manuscripts or works in progress.
Contact me and let’s chat!
