OYOU Online 

We host "Writers Nest" online, on Zoom. 

Six Week Session 

Songwriters, poets, and authors welcome! 

Each "Writers Nest" lasts for six weeks. We meet once a week online. The season culiminates with an online and in person group concert.

Performance 

Each week, participating artists either perform live or submit pre-recorded original pieces inspired by that week’s creative prompt. Every prompt is accompanied by a thoughtfully curated lead sheet packed with inspiration—featuring motivational quotes, excerpts from books, music theory insights, chord charts and more, to spark ideas and support the writing process.

Community 

We culminate each session with a group concert both online and in person. We also meet for "Writers Nest Weekend." That's an annual weekend writing retreat held at Wilory Farm, in Martindale, Texas.

Writer’s Nest is a six-week online workshop designed to spark creativity and consistency by challenging participants to create one new original piece each week — whether it’s a song, poem, or short story — based on a thoughtfully curated prompt. This process encourages writers to push past perfectionism, trust their voice, and build a sustainable creative practice. To celebrate their growth, we provide both in-person and online showcase opportunities, giving every participant a chance to share their work with an encouraging audience. These performances are a powerful culmination of the workshop, highlighting each writer’s unique journey and strengthening the sense of community among creatives.

OYOU’s Writers Nest Weekend is an immersive retreat at Wilory Farm that brings together the heart and focus of each year’s sessions into one unforgettable gathering. It’s a time of collaboration, where we learn from and inspire one another.

The OYOU does not hire instructors for this weekend. Instead, the purpose is to showcase what you’ve written (online or in person) and connect with fellow writers. It’s about sharing songs, building friendships, and growing in community. 

Escape to the country … and write. 

Snacks, coffee, and water are provided (but not full meals), and the event is BYOB.

Designed for songwriters of all levels, the weekend offers space to write, collaborate, perform, and recharge in a supportive, unplugged environment. Surrounded by nature and fueled by community, attendees are invited to jam, write solo, or co-write with others — all while reconnecting with their creative spark.

Want to be part of it? Join Writer’s Nest!