The Story Lounge

13/10/2026

The Autumn Newsletter is out!
No AI, just me and my words!

Sometimes, your mind tells you that all will be lost if you let go and take a break. But what happens when you ignore that nagging voice, drop everything, grab your notebook, and take off? Surprise, surprise. Nothing. Well, what happens is: you calm down, land, and give in to your need to creat...

29/09/2026

I ran my first series of creative writing sessions, based on prompts. We discussed, wrote, shared and I taught some theory. Michèle's Spark Creative Venue added a magical backdrop to our stories. Thanks, Linda, Alise, and Elisa, for joining this pilot run! Watch this space for the next series in January.

09/09/2026

Last Saturday, a fresh batch of talent floated into my lounge to do the 8-week beginner's course.
I can't wait to read their words and help them become stronger, more confident writers.

28/08/2026

Four bite-size workshops are waiting for you this fall. In small groups of max 6 people, you can sit back and let creativity take over. All levels are welcome. See you at Zoku!

18/08/2026

Spark Creative Writing in Haarlem centre.
Do you want to find your creative mojo in a friendly, unpressured space? Then join our three evenings where it is just you and your words. No writing experience is necessary. Find out more through the link. See you there!

In this three hour class, writer Daniel J. Cecil will show you the tips and tricks you need to make compelling starts for your stories.

13/07/2026

Starting in September, I offer a beginners and an intermediate course for writers.
Do you want to dip your toes into the writer's life, meet writer friends and find out what they discover in your words?
Find out you have talent? (yikes)
Then send me a DM and I will get you started.
See all information in the link in bio or feel free to send me any of your questions. See you on the other side!

Do you want to dig deeper into writing and meet like-minded people along the way?