FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I come if I am just a beginning writer?
The PWW welcomes new as well as confirmed writers. If you have any questions, please email pariswritersworkshop@yahoo.com and we can discuss your choices.
How will my registration be confirmed?
An email confirmation will be sent to you within 14 working days.
Who attends the PWW?
PWW participants come from all parts of the globe. The majority of students live in European countries. A third come from North America and 10% from Asia and Australia. All ages and occupations are represented. 12% are men.
Do I have to submit the same manuscript for consideration in the Painton scholarship and the workshop?
You may submit a different manuscript for the scholarship consideration as long as it complies with the Guidelines.
In what language are classes conducted?
All classes are conducted in English.
Do I need to bring my computer?
Computers are not used in the workshops. However, many students prefer to bring them for convenience and to check their emails. Paris is Wi-Fi friendly with relays in public parks and city museums. Remember to bring a plug adapter. Most computers have a built-in AC/DC adapter; check yours before coming. There are many internet cafés in Paris if you prefer to travel lightly.
Where can I make photocopies?
Several copy shops can be found on the Boulevard Montparnasse. Photocopying on the premises is limited and more expensive.
What if my husband and/or friend accompany me to Paris?
While the workshops and classes are limited to registrants, guests may attend evening events and readings. You may have some homework, but also time to spend with them.
Do I have to be a WICE member to attend the PWW?
The PWW is a special event of WICE and open to all.
What's the weather like in Paris in July?
Usually the weather in Paris is summerlike, but rain gear and a warm sweater should be included in your luggage.
What kind of clothes should I bring?
Dress is casual at the PWW and in Paris during the summer. (Avoid shorts if you don't want to be spotted a tourist!) Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended as you will be exploring the city and cobblestones are frequent.
What if my French is non-existent or rusty?
Many people speak English in Paris, especially in areas that are touristic. A few basic words are all you need and don't hesitate to ask other PWW'ers for help.
Mission Statement
The Paris Writers Workshop is committed to providing inspiration and high-level instruction on craft to writers of all skill levels in a supportive environment. The PWW celebrates the diversity of voices within its community of writers.
The Paris Writers' Workshop is organized by WICE, a non-profit, organization founded in 1978 that offers innovative, educational courses and programs for the Anglophone community in Paris.
Click HERE for more information about WICE.
Our Location and the Paris Literary Tradition
The Paris Writers Workshop takes place in the heart of Montparnasse, the city’s traditional artistic and bohemian quarter.
Workshops and Courses are conducted in the relaxing atmosphere of a 19th century building built around a secluded walled garden. We’re in walking distance of the great cafes – La Coupole, Le Dome, Le Rotonde, Le Select – where Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Man Ray, Henry Miller, Kiki of Montparnasse, Lee Miller and Salvador Dali met and socialised during the 1920s and 1930s, and which, closer to our time, were patronised by Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs and the other writers of the Beat Generation.
