The Porch
The Porch is a literary arts nonprofit based in Nashville, Tenn.
Heartbreak Happy Hour
Heartbreak Happy Hour
Join us on Feb 15, 2026 for Heartbreak Happy Hour
Writing for Healing Workshop @ The Belcourt Theatre
Writing for Healing Workshop @ The Belcourt Theatre
General Admission: $30 | Belcourt/Porch Members: $25 Join the Belcourt for a writing workshop inspired by Kristen Stewart’s feature directorial debut, based on Lidia Yuknavitch’s memoir. In the film, Lidia (Imogen Poots) begins to heal from an abusive childhood through her writing practice. In this “Writing for Healing” workshop, we’ll introduce core principles and best […]
SWING current issue
SWING current issue
Literature in a print magazine: Nashville spirit, national sway. Issue 1 is available now! Submit your work for the Spring 2024 issue by December 10, 2023.
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Classes
Classes
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Events & Meetups
Events & Meetups
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Spring 2026 Rivendell Writers Retreat: March 27 - 29
Spring 2026 Rivendell Writers Retreat: March 27 - 29
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Youth: Register for Creative Writing Summer Camp '26
Youth: Register for Creative Writing Summer Camp '26
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Porch Membership
Porch Membership
Support creative writing outreach and education in Tennessee and beyond. Members enjoy discounts, perks, and that warm, fuzzy feeling that comes with literary citizenship.
Hats!
Hats!
Help support Porch Writers Collective and their cause by supporting one of their active fundraising campaigns or launching your own fundraiser on their behalf.
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Donate to The Porch
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Screen Porch
Screen Porch
A Light For Your Writing Life. Explore Screen Porch, The Porch’s online literary magazine—read essays, interviews & craft pieces that inspire writers in Nashville & beyond.
Scholarships
Scholarships
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Youth Programming
Youth Programming
We inspire, educate, and connect writers of all ages and stages through classes, youth outreach programs, and innovative events. In the process, we hope to nourish and energize Nashville's literary community, encouraging collaboration and creative mingling between writers and other artists and makers. We believe that people in these parts have amazing stories to share, and we aim to help that happen. Come sit a spell and write with us.
Porch Gift Cards
Porch Gift Cards
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