CNF Studio

Write what you know you want to know

Next Studio : Begins Jan 2027

Led by Brian Benson

The strongest nonfiction comes from writers who are at once adept with the techniques of literary craft and fluent in the language of their particular experience — writers, that is, who understand their voice and how to bring it to the page.

The supportive, focused atmosphere of CNF Studio encourages writers to hone their skills and embrace their voice, as they create, revise, and prepare to publish their works-in-progress. 

CNF Studio is open to applications from all writers.

By joining, writers are committing to sustained, in-depth study of their writing and themselves. 

Each weekly session includes a close-reading and discussion of a selected work of fiction and in-depth critique of several works-in-progress. Over the course of their time in Fiction Studio, writers can expect to read widely and gain deep insight into their own writing, all the while exploring questions of structure, form, narration, truth, memory, influence, and voice. The curriculum shifts year to year, in response to the particular questions and preoccupations of each group.

To apply to join the next Creative Nonfiction Studio, please send a writing sample of up to 3,500 words and a 250-word statement of purpose.

The next application deadline will be announced in the Attic’s newsletter. Click the link below to be the first to know.

Registration Cost: TBA

Registration is due in full prior to the start of the session. Payment plans may be available. 

CNF Studio is held offsite, in the Gotham Building in North Portland.