Learning more about the Amherst Writers and Artists Method.

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For those who are unfamiliar with the Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA) method, let me share the following.

The AWA Method is based in the following philosophy.

These affirmations rest on a definition of personhood based in equality, and a definition of writing as an art form available to all persons.

• Everyone has a strong, unique voice.
• Everyone is born with creative genius.
• Writing as an art form belongs to all people, regardless of economic class or educational level.
• The teaching of craft can be done without damage to a writers original voice or artistic self-esteem.
• A writer is someone who writes.

For more about the Amherst Writers & Artists method, please visit: Amherst Writers & Artists (AWA)