Literary Arts

Literary Arts

We are the West Valley destination for community-powered literary arts.

WHAM believes everyone has a story worth telling.

Open to the public, young and old alike,

our Literary Arts programs provide the safe space and creative support

for all of the beautiful and diverse local voices to flourish.

Whether held in the gallery, classroom, or locations around the West Valley, all programs are open to the public.

Contact Maggie Gautier, Program Director,

for more information about any of the Literary Arts programs.

What's Your Story?
Writing Workshop at the Main Peoria Library

Discover Your Voice. Share Your Story.
Bring Your Words to Life!
Everyone has a story to tell. What's yours?

Have you always wanted to write a memoir, explore fiction, capture family memories, or simply discover the writer within? Here's your opportunity!

Join us for What's Your Story?, a fun, welcoming, and interactive creative writing workshop designed for adults and teens ages 16 and older.

Whether you're an experienced writer or someone who has never put pen to paper, this workshop offers a supportive environment to explore your creativity, develop your writing and public speaking skills, and find your unique voice.

Through guided writing exercises, storytelling, and optional opportunities to share your work aloud or even on stage, you'll discover that writing can be as much about connecting with others as it is about expressing yourself.

Come for the writing.
Stay for the inspiration, laughter, and new friendships!

Each session offers something new, so you're welcome to attend just one or join us for all ten. Along the way, you'll gain confidence in your writing and public speaking, discover new ways to express yourself, and leave with stories of your own.