About Us
All Stories Matter
We believe in the power of story. Your story. Because no matter how many books are written, no matter how many poems, or memoirs, or essays, they aren’t yours until you write them. No one else has lived your life, seen things through your eyes, or felt the way you do. We believe that telling our stories helps us to understand one another, feel the joys and hardships of roads untraveled, and learn how to appreciate and understand different perspectives. In an ever-growing divisive landscape, stories bring us together. Your stories.
Writing Heights (WHWA) is a primarily virtual professional writing organization with a strong regional focus. We support writers with education, resources, networking, collaboration, submission assistance, and promotion. Based in Northern Colorado, we embrace diversity and welcome writers and poets of all levels. We believe in connecting, even across the miles, through virtual forums, workshops, and classes. If you’re in the area, we offer in-person events that support and uplift local businesses along the Front Range.
Mission Statement
We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment by fostering community and cooperation among our members, providing opportunities for all writers and poets to develop their unique voices, and by celebrating their accomplishments, big and small.
*Prior to 2022, WHWA did business as Northern Colorado Writers (NCW)
Virtual Monthly Classes
Every month WHWA offers two, hour-long classes, focusing on specific elements of craft, (story structure, dialogue, poetry, etc) as well as what’s beyond (editing, publishing, and marketing).
Member Events
Monthly meetings to join other members in discussion about industry topics, marketing, publishing, editing and more. Critique and accountability groups, a free Youth Program and much more.
Workshops and Retreats
Whether for a day of focused workshopping, or for an extended weekend away to focus on your writing, we offer you ways to put your writing and your creativity first.
Meet The Leadership Team!
Meet the passionate professionals who bring expertise, creativity, and innovation to every project. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve your goals with tailored strategies and exceptional execution.
Sarah Reichert
Writing Heights Director
Bonnie McKnight
Membership Coordinator
Josh Palubicki
Marketing Director
Lauren Newman Lipp
Public Relations Coordinator
Chris Guppy
Newsletter Coordinator
Join our team!
Feeling inspired? Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and growth. Together, we create impactful strategies that make a difference.