Welcome to The Writers’ Studio
A creative home for young writers to explore, grow, and share their voices
At The Writers’ Studio, young writers come together to create, collaborate, and celebrate the craft of writing.
At The Writers’ Studio, young writers come together to build confidence, sharpen writing skills, and celebrate the craft of storytelling. Through guided workshops, students grow their writing stamina and learn how to give and receive meaningful feedback in a supportive and collaborative community
We look forward to writing with you soon!
What Studio format is right for your family?
"Start writing, no matter what. The water does not flow until the faucet is turned.” ~ Louis L'Amour
Signature Studio: A month long StudioMeets once a week.
We meet in the loft at Books Inc. Laurel Village
Ends with a Publishing Party where families are invited to hear excerpts.
Group size: up to 8 writers
Mini Writers’ Studio Retreats
One-off Writing Retreat
Meets for 3+ hours
Held in person at a private home in Sausalito
Group size: up to 10 writers
Solo Studios
Work one-on-one with Tristen to:
Craft descriptive and sequential stories
Get academic support in reading and writing
Prepare essays (e.g., high school application essays)
Join remotely via Zoom
Curated Studios
Our Curated Writers’ Studios are thoughtfully designed to fit your needs.
You choose the group size, session length, number of sessions, and format—whether we meet on Zoom or in person.
Each studio is tailored to the writers involved, allowing for flexible scheduling, personalized instruction, and a learning experience that grows with your goals.
Who We Are
Tristen Gottlieb Sturm has been an educator for over 25 years. Before entering the classroom, she worked in the music industry—a chapter she loved—but her passion for teaching led her to earn a Master’s in Elementary Education from Bank Street College of Education. She began her teaching career at The Chapin School in her hometown of New York City, then moved to San Francisco, where she’s spent the last 19 years teaching second grade at San Francisco Day School. This year, she’s thrilled to step into a new role as Humanities Extension Coach.
In 2023, Tristen founded The Writers’ Studio, a creative space for young authors to write, collaborate, and build confidence. With a B.A. in English and a deep love of reading, writing, and mentoring, she helps students find their voice and joy in storytelling. A proud New Yorker at heart, she lives in Sausalito with her two kids and their pup.
Our Story and Philosophy
The Writers’ Studio was born from a simple question families often ask:
“Why are there camps for sports, arts, and coding — but not for writing?”
The philosophy at The Writers’ Studio is that every person who wants to be a writer, can. Tristen combined her passion for education and storytelling to create a space where young writers can develop both skill and confidence. Using evidence-based teaching strategies like Universal Design for Learning (UDL), we help remove barriers so every student can succeed — from idea generation to polished writing.
Contact Us
Interested in working together? Complete our contact form, and we’ll be in touch soon. Let’s help your writer grow!
