“The Permission to Write mentorship program did an amazing job at helping me to recognize what was available to me as a writer as well as pairing me with a mentor that was helpful as someone in the writing industry as well as gave helpful feedback. Also, being able to engage with other mentors through workshops that they've put together and joining PTW Masterclasses to learn outside of whichever area of writing I plan to get into in the present. It stretches you and is a great reference for when you feel stuck in the future. I am excited to see this mentorship program grow and help many more Black writers and writers of color elevate their personal platforms and their writing career.”
“Permission to Write was amazing. My mentor remained in contact with me and gave actionable steps towards achieving my writing goals. I recommend PTW to any writer at any stage.”
“PTW’s Mentorship Program helped expand my view of writing in terms of a career. Being a writer goes far beyond writing a book or article but editing, publishing and so many other skills used while writing. It reminded that there are options and using my skill set as a writer can lead me in so many directions. It is possible to create a career for myself that I enjoy and that includes my joy for creating stories and the skills it takes to do so. My mentor has been so helpful and exposed me to the world of nonfiction and pitching, something outside my expertise. Now it is not so daunting.”
“I’m really grateful for the Permission to Write program. I got connected to an awesome mentor, Nikki, who’s put me on game for online certificates I can receive, how to make the most of my portfolio and publications I should keep up with. I also really admire how Nikki recognizes the work ethic I’m doing, and she’s just as celebratory as she is supportive. It’s really nice having an established writer let you know that you’re on the right track; sometimes you just need reassurance that you’re doing the best you can! Nikki is great, and the mentors in the Permission to Write program are really holding this new generation of writers accountable.”
