The Mindful Writer

A Year of Mindful Writing

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2026 Course SOLD OUT - Applications for 2027 open in September 2026

This is a year-long journey for writers who want to go deeper — not just into their craft, but into their relationship with writing, with truth, and with themselves.

Over twelve months, you'll explore what it really means to write mindfully: with intention, authenticity, vulnerability, fearlessness, and compassion. Each month builds on the last, weaving together craft, self-inquiry, and spiritual practice to help you become not just a better writer, but a more present and honest one.

This isn't a course about rules and techniques. It's about understanding why you write, what you're writing towards, and how to get out of your own way so the work that wants to come through you actually can.

What's included?

Each month you'll receive a written module exploring a new theme, with craft guidance, mindfulness practices, reading recommendations, and writing exercises to work with throughout the month.

You'll also join a monthly 2-hour live Zoom gathering — held across three small groups of up to six writers to suit different time zones — where you can share your work, ask questions, and connect with fellow writers on the same path.

Throughout the year, eight 1-hour live Zoom masterclasses go deeper into specific aspects of the course themes, with guest contributors and focused craft exploration.

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Your guide :Amanda Saint

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Amanda Saint is an award-winning author, experienced writing mentor, and founder of The Mindful Writer. With two published novels, a novella-in-flash, and numerous award-winning short stories, she brings both creative expertise and deep industry knowledge to her mentorship work. She has worked with hundreds of writers and ran an independent press that published 24 books, earning recognition as Most Innovative Publisher at the 2020 Saboteur Awards.

Amanda holds Diplomas in Therapeutic Journaling and Meditation Teaching and is a certified Mindfulness Mentor, having completed her training with renowned teachers Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield. Her approach weaves a decade of personal mindfulness practice with craft knowledge gained from a 25-year career as a writer.