Thought Fox Writers Den is a writing center and artisan writing-related shop located online and at the historic Velvet Mill in Stonington, Connecticut. Thought Fox builds community and supports writers of all levels with in-person and virtual classes, coaching, events, and more.
Grab a pen and join the den!
Classes for writers of all genres, at all levels. All ages welcome, no experience necessary. New classes and events added all the time!
WRITE
GATHER
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EVENTS
CLASSES
COACHING
CONVERSATION SERIES
A dynamic conversation series where authors and experts share essential tips and advice, providing invaluable insights to inspire and guide writers on their creative journey.
coaching & consulting
Customizable manuscript editing and consulting for writers at all levels working in all genres.
Services include:
Manuscript consultations
Career materials 
Publishing guidance
Coaching and tutoring
And more!
I work with my clients to determine the scope of the editorial project, ranging from simple line-edits to intensive developmental editing complete with detailed manuscript mark-ups and in-person and virtual consultations.
With Lara Ehrlich, professional editor, founder and director of Thought Fox, and author of the novel Bind Me Tighter, Still (2025) and Animal Wife (2020), both from Red Hen Press.
“The effort, time, excellence, and care Lara put into the review of my book truly staggered me. She has given me confidence to continue my craft and the certainty that there will be a book on my shelf with my name on it.”
Kristian R. Theodore
Author of The Vein of Altria
write your story
Short can be deep. Quick can cut to the quick. Short stories can shatter your heart. In this workshop, we’ll break down examples of short stories that pack a punch, investigate what makes them powerful, and apply those elements to our own craft.
Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to read your short piece at Thought Fox’s first open mic event at the Velvet Mill’s Beer’d Brewing on June 5.
Led by Thought Fox director Lara Ehrlich, an editor with 20+ years of experience guiding writers at all levels and author of the award-winning story collection Animal Wife (Red Hen Press, 2020) and the novel Bind Me Tighter Still (Red Hen Press, 2025).
DROP-IN
WRITE-INs
NO INSTRUCTION
NO JUDGMENT
NO STRESS
featured artist
David Schulz is the local artist whose work is currently featured on the Den’s gallery wall.
brand new: book club!
Great conversations about great books with great people. We’ll tackle that list of books we think we should have read by now and have meaningful conversations with new friends.
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Your help ensures the consistency and future of Thought Fox programming and is invaluable to us as we work to create a thriving literary community in New England and beyond. Thank you for your faith in us!