What we’re about
Writing can feel like a solitary sport, can't it?
Often it's just you and the voices in your head.
Until now.
Phoenix Oasis Press is here to help you as you walk the brave path of bringing your words and vision to life.
We aim to be an oasis of inspiration and support for Arizona's aspiring, established, and 'I'm-not-really-a-writer' writers.
We create and host low and no-cost resources to help Arizona writers generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community across the Valley.
Craft, creativity, connection, growth, and support.
We're so glad you've found us.
Does your romance series smell like beach-y waves and true love?
What does your MC smell like? Or your villain?
What scents most inspire you to get into your writing zone?
Join Phoenix Oasis Press and guest hosts author Ginger Scott and author Kacey Shea at Candle Chemistry in Scottsdale, Arizona to explore scent-ology!
Creating a candle that encapsulates your work can help you:
- Get inspired to write. Light it as part of your writing ritual!
- Go deeper into your characters. Define their scent as part of your character profile.
- Generate revenue. Create a custom scent you can also sell at book festivals and market on your social.
How this event works
- RSVP here on Meetup
- Watch your Meetup messages as POP will be contacting you directly to confirm your spot
- Once you're confirmed, we'll email you a worksheet you can use to do some brainstorming leading up to the event
- You'll join us in-person at Candle Chemistry Scottsdale
- Best-selling romance authors Ginger Scott and Kacey Shea will kick things off and get everyone talking
- Candle Chemistry's scent-ologists will walk you through how to build your scent
- You'll mix and build your candle
- You'll pay Candle Chemistry directly for whatever you make. Options include body creams, candles, and more: see options here!
Smells like inspiration and friendships
This event is best-suited for authors of all skill levels who want to hang out with other area writers, network, chat about your WIP, and have some fun.
That you get to hang out with two USA Today best-selling romance authors is just icing on the cake (which is also a scent you can add to your candle!)
What if I don't write romance?
This event is open to all genres! At our last event we watched authors bring to life candles that represented a gothic horror novel, a memoir about an air force pilot grandfather, and a sci-fi thriller about technology. Whatever your genre, we hope you'll join us!
Have questions before you RSVP? Drop us a line at write_on@phoenixoasispress.com.
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About Your Hosts:
Ginger Scott is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author known for her emotionally charged contemporary romances and captivating coming-of-age stories. With more than 40 novels, she has built a reputation for creating characters that feel real, situations that tug at your heartstrings, and romances that stay with you long after the last page. In addition to writing, Ginger is passionate about autism and mental health. She lives in Peoria, AZ, and is married to her college sweetheart whom she met at ASU. Forks up!
Kacey Shea is a USA Today bestselling author of steamy contemporary romance. She enjoys writing strong and smart heroines, heroes with hearts of gold, and stories that deliver a satisfying, well-earned happily ever after. Kacey has a free book for all newsletter subscribers along with bonus epilogues for her most beloved novels. When she's not writing you'll find her spending time with her three children, drinking iced tea by the gallon, or planning her next escape from the Arizona heat.
Phoenix Oasis Press offers low and no-cost resources to help Arizona authors generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community. Visit us to learn more about our programs, upcoming anthology, and workshops.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- POP in and write - Wednesday eveningLink visible for attendees
Open secret #1: Most writers are procrastinators.
Open secret #2: Thinking about writing doesn't put words on your page.Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
What to expect at a POP in & write virtual accountability session:
- Hosted by POP
- First 10 minutes: people join and get settled
- Next hour: quiet (muted) writing time
- Last 20 minutes: writing chat (optional, and you are never asked to share what you wrote)
How to join the virtual session:
- Register on Meetup so you have it on your calendar.
- On the day/time of the session go to: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9287500314?omn=88623046279 and enter the password Curiosity
Pro-tip, because this group is all about accountability, please be on time! If you join late, please mute yourself, say hi in the chat, and jump into your writing :)
*PS: We don't track your goals for you, or help you set them. Everyone's writing journey is highly personal. This group is meant to help you set aside dedicated writing time.
If you have questions, leave a comment below!
POP's Safer Spaces Policy
Phoenix Oasis Press strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all writers, volunteers, community partners, and guests. We ask everyone attending a POP event (in-person and virtual) to read and follow these guidelines that focus on open communication and respectful discourse. - Scent workshop - what does your story smell like?Candle Chemistry Scottsdale, Scottsdale, AZ
Does your romance series smell like beach-y waves and true love?
What does your MC smell like? Or your villain?
What scents most inspire you to get into your writing zone?Join Phoenix Oasis Press and guest hosts author Ginger Scott and author Kacey Shea at Candle Chemistry in Scottsdale, Arizona to explore scent-ology!
Creating a candle that encapsulates your work can help you:
- Get inspired to write. Light it as part of your writing ritual!
- Go deeper into your characters. Define their scent as part of your character profile.
- Generate revenue. Create a custom scent you can also sell at book festivals and market on your social.
How this event works
- RSVP here on Meetup
- Watch your Meetup messages as POP will be contacting you directly to confirm your spot
- Once you're confirmed, we'll email you a worksheet you can use to do some brainstorming leading up to the event
- You'll join us in-person at Candle Chemistry Scottsdale
- Best-selling romance authors Ginger Scott and Kacey Shea will kick things off and get everyone talking
- Candle Chemistry's scent-ologists will walk you through how to build your scent
- You'll mix and build your candle
- You'll pay Candle Chemistry directly for whatever you make. Options include body creams, candles, and more: see options here!Smells like inspiration and friendships
This event is best-suited for authors of all skill levels who want to hang out with other area writers, network, chat about your WIP, and have some fun.That you get to hang out with two USA Today best-selling romance authors is just icing on the cake (which is also a scent you can add to your candle!)
What if I don't write romance?
This event is open to all genres! At our last event we watched authors bring to life candles that represented a gothic horror novel, a memoir about an air force pilot grandfather, and a sci-fi thriller about technology. Whatever your genre, we hope you'll join us!Have questions before you RSVP? Drop us a line at write_on@phoenixoasispress.com.
****
About Your Hosts:
Ginger Scott is a USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestselling author known for her emotionally charged contemporary romances and captivating coming-of-age stories. With more than 40 novels, she has built a reputation for creating characters that feel real, situations that tug at your heartstrings, and romances that stay with you long after the last page. In addition to writing, Ginger is passionate about autism and mental health. She lives in Peoria, AZ, and is married to her college sweetheart whom she met at ASU. Forks up!Kacey Shea is a USA Today bestselling author of steamy contemporary romance. She enjoys writing strong and smart heroines, heroes with hearts of gold, and stories that deliver a satisfying, well-earned happily ever after. Kacey has a free book for all newsletter subscribers along with bonus epilogues for her most beloved novels. When she's not writing you'll find her spending time with her three children, drinking iced tea by the gallon, or planning her next escape from the Arizona heat.
Phoenix Oasis Press offers low and no-cost resources to help Arizona authors generate work, build skills, share their stories, and connect with the vibrant writing community. Visit us to learn more about our programs, upcoming anthology, and workshops.
- POP in and write - Wednesday eveningLink visible for attendees
Open secret #1: Most writers are procrastinators.
Open secret #2: Thinking about writing doesn't put words on your page.Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
What to expect at a POP in & write virtual accountability session:
- Hosted by POP
- First 10 minutes: people join and get settled
- Next hour: quiet (muted) writing time
- Last 20 minutes: writing chat (optional, and you are never asked to share what you wrote)
How to join the virtual session:
- Register on Meetup so you have it on your calendar.
- On the day/time of the session go to: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9287500314?omn=88623046279 and enter the password Curiosity
Pro-tip, because this group is all about accountability, please be on time! If you join late, please mute yourself, say hi in the chat, and jump into your writing :)
*PS: We don't track your goals for you, or help you set them. Everyone's writing journey is highly personal. This group is meant to help you set aside dedicated writing time.
If you have questions, leave a comment below!
POP's Safer Spaces Policy
Phoenix Oasis Press strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all writers, volunteers, community partners, and guests. We ask everyone attending a POP event (in-person and virtual) to read and follow these guidelines that focus on open communication and respectful discourse. - POP in and write - Wednesday eveningLink visible for attendees
Open secret #1: Most writers are procrastinators.
Open secret #2: Thinking about writing doesn't put words on your page.Ready to hold yourself accountable to meeting your weekly writing goals and moving your work forward? We've got you covered. Join this virtual session to free write alongside others.
What to expect at a POP in & write virtual accountability session:
- Hosted by POP
- First 10 minutes: people join and get settled
- Next hour: quiet (muted) writing time
- Last 20 minutes: writing chat (optional, and you are never asked to share what you wrote)
How to join the virtual session:
- Register on Meetup so you have it on your calendar.
- On the day/time of the session go to: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/9287500314?omn=88623046279 and enter the password Curiosity
Pro-tip, because this group is all about accountability, please be on time! If you join late, please mute yourself, say hi in the chat, and jump into your writing :)
*PS: We don't track your goals for you, or help you set them. Everyone's writing journey is highly personal. This group is meant to help you set aside dedicated writing time.
If you have questions, leave a comment below!
POP's Safer Spaces Policy
Phoenix Oasis Press strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for all writers, volunteers, community partners, and guests. We ask everyone attending a POP event (in-person and virtual) to read and follow these guidelines that focus on open communication and respectful discourse.
