Jennifer Belle leads three on-going writing workshops in her Greenwich Village apartment, using her unintimidating approach to the seemingly insurmountable task of writing a novel. Current writers include: Anna David, author of  Party Girl, Jenny Pollack, author of Klepto, and M. Colleen Cruz, author of  Border Crossing. Past members have included: Emma Forrest, author of Cherries in the Snow, Penny Arcade, world-renown performance artist, Cliff Curtis, actor, Larin Stover, author of  The Bombshell Manual of Style, Jeanine Cummins, author of  A Rip in Heaven, and Carolyn Turgeon, author of Rain Village.

Worst line ever read in workshop: "He worried my nub with his tongue."

Worst phrase: "Join the frustration club."

Worst excuse for missing workshop: “My friend was attacked by a wild cat.”

Worst title for a novel: "Squirrels and Duffel Bags"

Least scary horror story: "Donkey Lady"