Do you have an idea living in your head space since forever? Or, perhaps a half-written poem gathering some dust in your desk, waiting for the right moment to turn into a work of poetry that actually gets published? Or, are you a seasoned poet who wants to rejuvenate your creative spark?

Poetry Writing Workshop with Asha Ponnachan would be your one stop solution.

Unleash the Poet Within with International best-selling author, Asha Ponnachan, in collaboration with The Hemlock Journal announces Exclusive Poetry Writing Workshop

The first season, held in April and May this year, was a wonderful success, bringing together poetry enthusiasts in a space for writing, reflection, conversation, and creative exploration. We’re excited to open applications for the next season and welcome a new group of writers.

Curious about what happened during the first season? Click here to revisit our post and get a glimpse of the workshop.

Know your Host

Asha Ponnachan (she/her) A writer, actor, dancer and lover of all things art, asha, is the bestselling author of three books that gained international fame. She has also written multiple scripts for stage and screen. Her acting career spans a vast repertoire of theatre productions on Canadian stage as well as short films. Trained as an Indian classical dancer, she began performing on stage as a child. Her love for storytelling transitioned from dance to acting and writing. She has directed two plays and one documentary. Having lived and worked in various countries before making her home in Canada, she draws upon a diversity of international experiences in her art- whether it is writing or acting. Asha also works as an arts manager and founded a literary arts organization in 2025. Additionally, she volunteers her time to champion the benefits of ‘arts on mental and emotional health’. Her motto is “there is always Hope” and art is one of the most promising generators of hope.

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Stay tuned for more details about the upcoming season, including the application form. We’ll be sharing everything you need to know very soon. Keep watching this space!