DENVER WRITERS FORUM: Henry Miller's Rules of Writing

"The first thing you have to do is to learn to trust yourself. You have to believe that you are the only one who can write the story you have to tell." — Henry Miller Join us for an immersive exploration of the raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal writing philosophy of Henry Miller. Known for his "stream of consciousness" style and his refusal to bow to convention, Miller’s approach to the craft is a masterclass in creative liberation and staying true to one's own voice. Miller’s rules weren’t about rigid structure; they were about the rhythm of work and the courage to be "always yourself." We’ll be breaking down his legendary "11 Commandments"—developed during the creation of Tropic of Cancer—and discussing how his defiant spontaneity can help modern writers break through creative barriers. What We’ll Discuss: * The 11 Commandments:Analyzing his personal work habits, from "Work on one thing at a time until finished" to "Don’t be a draught-horse." * Creative Abandon: How to stop over-editing and let the "inner man" speak on the page. * Painting with Words: Discussing Miller’s transition between watercolor and prose, and how different art forms can feed your narrative. * The Discipline of Enthusiasm: Why Miller believed you should "Cement a little every day, rather than add new fertilizers." Whether you’re navigating a sprawling manuscript or looking to inject more life into your prose, come ready to discuss how to "write first and always" until your own unique truth emerges. Our forum meets every fourth Thursday. It’s an open discussion of writing, editing, and publishing issues that participants bring to the table. We are currently scheduled to meet at The Walnut Room, 3131 Walnut Street, but our location may change. Please check this posting for our venue before attending. Note: The Walnut Room has a free adjacent parking lot. (Be sure to join the Denver Writers Workshop on Meetup and Facebook for more information on those activities.) **WRITERS…