WHAT’S A “LONELY VICTORY?”
In an interview with Vogue, screenwriter Greta Gerwig said, “Writing alone can give you a very deep sense of satisfaction and lonely victory.” I think every writer can relate to that sentiment.
I started this writing community in May 2020 to help writers cultivate sustainable writing practices for themselves. It’s my hope that readers will come away from Lonely Victories with a new zest for their writing lives.
"I especially appreciate Winkler's emphasis on accountability for writers and her ideas for how to create it." —Mason Currey, author of the Daily Rituals series
ABOUT ME
I’m Hurley Winkler (she/her). In addition to writing, I’m an editorial assistant at Rose Books, and I facilitate writing workshops online. There’s nothing I love more than helping fellow writers pursue their work steadily and sustainably, all while maintaining that joyful spark.
My writing is represented by Elizabeth Bewley at Sterling Lord Literistic.
SAVE ON WRITING CLASSES
Paid newsletter subscribers get 10% off all of my writing workshops, most of which I hold over Zoom. This includes single-day classes and weeks-long workshops.
Some kind words from current and former students:
“Writing is finally a joy again thanks to Hurley’s expert insights and lovingly crafted workshop structure.” —Emma
“Hurley’s workshops provide structure and inspiration to any struggling writer. Every workshop session, I leave feeling fulfilled, inspired, and ready to take on the problems in my writing.” —Kalee
“Throughout my three workshops with Hurley, my work has grown exponentially in complexity and confidence thanks to her extremely helpful and thoughtful feedback.” —Lexi
New workshops are offered on a rolling basis and are announced in the newsletter.
NOTE: Editing services (including Deadline Darlings subscriptions) are not eligible for discounts unless otherwise stated.
CO-WRITING SESSIONS ON ZOOM
Craving extra accountability in your writing life? I offer occasional co-writing sessions on Zoom for paid newsletter subscribers only. These two-hour sessions include a few minutes of sharing followed by camera-off writing time.
Co-writing sessions are announced on the first day of the month in the newsletter. Looking for the link to a co-writing session? Check the most recent issue of the newsletter and scroll to the bottom!
Tip: if you can’t find the link in your inbox, you can find all newsletter issues on the Lonely Victories homepage.
DESIGNED BY
Most of the beautiful designs you’ll see in Lonely Victories are courtesy of my good friend Aysha Miskin, a UX/UI designer and illustrator based here in Jacksonville, FL.
