About RWCWS

Desiree R Kannel, Owner & Facilitator

Rose Writers begin in 2009 in my living room. After earning my MFA degree from Antioch University, I became a certified AWA facilitator and started Rose Writers, named after my daughter, Sarah Rose.

I also hold an elementary teacher certificate from California State University Long Beach, and a post grad certificate in Rhetoric & Composition from California State University Dominquez HIlls.

I love helping writers, and nonwriters, discover their creativity and seeing their dreams of becoming an author come to life.

Discover more about my publications at desireeKannel.com

Rose Writers is guided by the following core values

Respect – A writer’s individual style and voice is respected and honored. The teaching of craft is done without damage to the writers’ spirit or artistic talent

Affordability – I believe that following your dreams should not be a strain on your budget.

Laughter – Whether in group workshop, the classroom, or private tutoring, I laugh. A lot. I love what I do and that joy spills over to laughter. It also helps to relieve stress, puts the writers at ease, and brings the joy back to writing.

Our services

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Writing Coach

Get the support you need to get started, stay motivated, and complete your manuscript or short story.

Youth Services

Support for students in grades 3 and up. One-on-one tutoring, homeschool families, and small group instruction available.

Sessions and topics vary throughout the year. Sign up for my newsletter to receive updates.

Online Classes and Workshops

Frequently asked questions

What is Amherst Writers & Artist?

AWA is a specific type of writers' workshop created by Pat Schneider. Her goal was to create an artistic place where people who have been silenced--either by poverty, abuse, or those who have been relegated to the margins of society--can express their authentic voice without fear of being laughed at or put down. Her methods were groundbreaking, and she soon discovered that the AWA method works well with all writers, from all walks of life.

The biggest difference between AWA workshops and others is that writers come away from a session with a strong desire to write more, rather than less.

Where are you located?

Rose Writers moved to San Antonio, Texas in 2021. Workshops, retreats and classes are held online and in person. Unless local, tutoring and coaching sessions are held online.

What is your teaching philosphy?

Creating stories, whether real or imagined, is a sensitive issue. I have been where you are and know the value of a professional, honest, and encouraging critique. I have also experienced the opposite and almost chucked my writing career. I don't want this to happen to anyone, so my goal is to leave you wanting to write more, not less. I will respect you and your work, treat it with care, and provide you with honest and helpful feedback

And for those who worry if their story is "any good," EVERY story has potential, and that is what I look for first.

Which writing genres do you suupport?

My services are best for fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction (memoirs, essays). If you write technical stuff, this format may not suit your needs. Screenplay writers may find the workshop lacking since writing for the screen is technically different than writing for the page.

How can I contact you?

You can reach us by emailing me at desiree@rosewriters.com or calling 562-882-2183. Please leave a message and I will call you back as soon as possible.

Am I too old to start writing?

No.

Your story awaits. Claim your seat.

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