WRITE LIKE TAYLOR SWIFT
A 90-minute immersive workshop to help you write like a poet, think like a storyteller, and play with words like a literary genius.
You know that feeling when a Taylor Swift lyric hits like a gut-punch and it’s like she’s inside your head?
That’s not an accident. It’s craft.
It’s the magic of making the personal universal—just one of the techniques you’ll learn in this 90-minute workshop.
In this live training, we’ll break down Taylor’s signature techniques, from cinematic imagery and clever wordplay to emotional layering and narrative storytelling.
Through targeted exercises and a deep dive into Taylor’s writing process, you’ll learn how to channel that same magic into your own work—whether you’re writing fiction, nonfiction, or something in between.
You’ll walk away with a recipe for writing that’s bold, unique, and unforgettable.
What we’ll cover
Narrative structure to help you craft powerful, captivating stories
Wordplay to delight your reader and add layers to your meaning
Imagery to paint vivid, immersive scenes
How to make the personal universal and engage your reader’s heart
This is for you if
You want to write with more emotion, clarity, and impact
You love Taylor’s lyrics and want to learn how to write like her
You’re ready to stop overthinking and start writing something that matters
You’ll walk away with
A story outline built from the inside out
New tools to write with poetic precision and emotional depth
A deeper connection to your voice and your message
WRITE LIKE TAYLOR SWIFT
Date: December 10
Time: 12 PM Eastern
Location: Live on Zoom
Replay: Included for all registrants
Price: $25
Let’s write something that hits like a song and stays like a memory.
Meet Your Teacher
Hi! I’m Mara Eller—a literature and writing teacher with 16 years of experience at the high school and college level. I recently retired from the classroom to focus on freelance editing and book coaching, where I help writers shape their stories with clarity, depth, and emotional resonance.
Shortly after Taylor’s newest album came out, I had a post go viral on social media. After the fifth request for a series doing literary analysis on the album, I decided to marry my love of literature with my love of Taylor’s music by creating “LIT112: The Life of a Showgirl.”
The response was electric, with hundreds of thousands of views on social media and thousands of downloads for the podcast. This community has truly been a joy!
Since the only thing I love more than literary analysis is teaching writing, I couldn’t resist the opportunity to dive deeper into Taylor’s writing—and that’s how Write Like Taylor Swift was born.
I can’t wait to share this brand new workshop with you!
What it’s like to work with me:
“Time with Mara is instructive, inspiring, and encouraging. You won’t regret it!”
- Leslie K.
“Mara wasn't just an instructor; she was a mentor who genuinely cared about my success. Her commitment went beyond sharing knowledge; she provided tools, skills, and, above all, her heart for aspiring writers.”
- Carolyn D.
“Mara is such a talented and thoughtful writing teacher! I've learned so many excellent techniques for improving my writing craft. I trust her implicitly as an editor, coach, and thought partner.”
- Ariel Curry, Acquisitions Editor, Sourcebooks
What better way to prepare for the release of The Eras Tour: The Final Show, not to mention Taylor’s birthday, than by spending 90 minutes digging deep into her songwriting?
Join us live on December 10th – or catch the replay later that week – as part of your Swiftie celebration extravaganza!
FAQ
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While I encourage you to do so if you’re able, you can absolutely watch the replay and complete the writing exercises as if you were there live. You’ll have lifetime access to the recording, and you can reach out with questions if they come up.
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No, this workshop is designed to translate Taylor’s songwriting techniques to other genres, including memoir and fiction — whatever kind of writing you already do! The workshop will not specifically address tips or techniques unique to songwriting. Rather, we’ll be exploring strategies that apply to any form of writing.
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No previous experience required! While Swifties are more than welcome, I’ll provide all the examples you need in order to take full advantage of her techniques.
That said, I encourage you to listen to some of her songs to begin familiarizing yourself with her style. A few lyrical gems I’d recommend include “All Too Well,” “The Last Great American Dynasty,” “Champagne Problems,” “Cardigan,” “Anti-Hero,” and “Ivy.”
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You’ll have lifetime access to the recording, and you can reach out with questions if they come up.
What are you waiting for?