Poetry Workshops
Discover contemporary voices and write your own stanzas, guided by close-reading and quiet attention.
Read · Reflect · Write
Est. by Caroline Jacob Taelman
Mindful Writing
Workshops
Elegant online and in-person spaces to explore your creative voice — through meditation, poetry, and the quiet practice of putting pen to paper.
3
Workshop formats
5
Step ritual
2h
Each session
8+
Years abroad
— Our Approach
A five-step ritual for every workshop.
Three different kinds of writing workshops — poetry, creative writing, and haikus — online and in person, each shaped by the same quiet rhythm.
Guided Meditation
A calming start led by Caroline to ground your mind and soften the noise of the day.
Zen Writing Exercises
Gentle creative prompts to unlock your natural flow and warm the writing hand.
Poetry Discovery
We slow down together to read and uncover a contemporary poem worth dwelling in.
Active Reflection
Writing directly in response to the featured poem — making the text your own.
Visual Inspiration
A final exercise inspired by a beautiful photograph, closing the session in image and word.
— The Workshops
Three forms.
One quiet practice.
Creative Writing
Explore narrative, voice and prose through zen exercises that loosen the inner editor.
Prompt · Flow · Share
Haiku Workshops
Capture the beauty of the present moment in minimalist verse — three lines, infinite depth.
Notice · Distill · Name
— Meet the Instructor
Caroline Jacob Taelman
I'm a French citizen who taught English for fifteen years, and I've lived for over eight years in English-speaking countries. I have been participating in writing workshops for more than three years.
I host a virtual weekly poetry writing workshop, co-host a virtual weekly French conversation club, and lead two book clubs — one for books written by women, and one for poetry.
— Join a Workshop
Choose your rhythm.
Three ways to write with us. All prices in USD.
Single Workshop
$30/ one session
A single two-hour workshop — perfect for a first taste of the ritual.
- One two-hour workshop
- Guided meditation & writing
- Online or in person
Standard
$15/ per month
A gentle rhythm — two workshops every month to keep the practice alive.
- Two workshops per month
- Access to all formats
- Cancel anytime
Unlimited
Most Popular$25/ per month
Full access — attend every workshop, every week, in any format.
- Unlimited workshops
- Poetry · Creative · Haiku
- Priority booking
- Early access to new sessions
— What Our Writers Say
Words from the circle.
Reflections from poets, beginners, and lifelong writers who have sat with us through a season of practice.
Caroline's opening meditation completely changed how I approach the page. I arrived tired and left with three poems I actually love.
Élise M.
Poetry workshop
The prompts feel effortless — like she's handing you a small door, and somehow you walk through it without noticing.
Marcus T.
Creative writing
I've tried other writing groups, but the calm and care here is something else. The haiku sessions taught me to see again.
Anaïs R.
Haiku workshop
— Frequently Asked Questions
A few gentle answers.
— Get in Touch
Begin a quiet
conversation.
Questions about a workshop, a private session, or simply curious? Write a few words — we read every message.