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Have you started a novel only to get part way into the manuscript and find yourself stuck? Or do you have an idea for a novel but aren't sure where to begin? In this lively and fun course Steve Alcorn shows you how to achieve success. Here you'll learn How to Write a Novel Step by step you'll breathe life into old manuscripts create new novels that real like bestsellers and put the spark back into your writing life.

Website: https://www.udemy.com/

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$109.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Self-paced over 6 modules

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Write for Your Life

The Writers Circle

How can writing help you become more you? Pick up a pen and find out! Inspired by Anna Quindlen's book Write For Your Life and Nancy Aronie’s Memoir as Medicine, this class asks you to explore what really matters in your life. What stories shaped you? What stories helped you grow? How can the craft of writing help you heal? Through thoughtful prompts, class discussion, and sharing, we will connect through the art of writing.

Website: https://writerscircleworkshops.jumbula.com/

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$410.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: 11 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Getting Started in Writing

Writer's Digest University

Have you always wanted to be a writer? Don't let doubt or fear get the best of you—take a chance and learn how to start writing a book, novel, short story, memoir, or essay. When you take this online writing course, you'll discover your voice, learn the basics of grammar and examine the different types of writing.

Website: https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$379.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 3 months

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: Keys to Great Writing by Stephen Wilbers is a required book.

Master Fiction Writing

Sackett Street Writers

This Fiction Workshop is aimed at writers looking to create a regular practice and master the essentials and are looking for a community of peers ready to offer insightful, impartial feedback on works in progress. Class time is spent on in-depth discussion of student work, and analysis of published writing.

Website: https://sackettworkshop.com/writing/schedule/

Categories: Book

Start date:

October, 2024

Price:

$1,200.00

Online course

Level: Advanced

Length: 10 weeks (1 session per week)

Class size: 10 seats max

Prerequisites: A writing sample is required for this class.

Suitable for writers with an existing story idea or a novel you’re ready to reboot and get published, The Novel Development Course will help you re-draft your novel to publishing standards with professional help from our writing coaches and publishing editors.

Website: https://www.thenovelry.com/which-course

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$2,495.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Self-paced over 1 year

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: Suitable for writers who want to reboot and publish a novel.

A first draft is a rough block of marble: there's a work of art in there, but to find it you're going to need some specialist tools. Over twelve weeks with an experienced editor and leading literary agent, learn the skills to turn your rough draft into an accomplished novel that captures the reader's attention from the start and satisfies it at the end.

Website: https://faberacademy.com/product-category/courses/

Categories: Book

Start date:

September, 2024

Price:

£595.00

Based in London

Level: Beginner

Length: 12 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Mark Dawson's Advertising for Authors

Self-Publishing Formula

There’s that little thing called marketing to consider – in other words, how you’re going to get your words into the hands of people who want to read them. That’s why we created the Learn Self Publishing Ads for Authors course. It’s a full marketing system for authors that can be set up quickly and with a minimal budget.

Website: https://learn.selfpublishingformula.com/p/adsforauthors

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$849.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: Self-paced

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Kickstart Your Novel

Faber Academy

How do we ignite the spark of a story to fire up a fully-realised novel? What are the key decisions we need to consider when writing long form prose fiction? This course will dive into story-telling possibilities and explore the ‘big picture’ questions all novelists need to know, equipping writers with extensive knowledge of novel writing techniques and the confidence to get that book started.

Website: https://faberacademy.com/product-category/courses/

Categories: Book

Start date:

September, 2024

Price:

£595.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 12 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: Having an idea for a novel is recommended.

The Novel

Amsterdam Writing Workshops

Writing a novel is often a marathon experience. The challenges are in starting; in keeping the faith; and, of course, in finishing. During the weekend of this workshop, you’ll get an overview of what it takes to complete a novel.

Website: https://www.amsterdamwriting.com/workshops

Categories: Book

Start date:

October, 2024

Price:

€150.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: 2 days (4 hours per day)

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Write Club

Austin Public Library

Write Club offers an opportunity for writers to build community through shared prompts and exercises. Participants write and share their work in a supportive environment.

Website: https://library.austintexas.gov/events/writing

Categories: Book

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Based in Austin

Level: Any

Length: Weekly sessions (1 hour each)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Deep Revision with Katey Schultz

Story Studio Chicago

This four-session workshop empowers writers with revision techniques applicable to memoir, essays, flash, short stories, or novels. It covers thematic, sentence-level, and structural revision, providing practical feedback using participants' works.

Website: https://www.storystudiochicago.org/classes/

Categories: Book

Start date:

August, 2024

Price:

$280.00

Based in Chicago

Level: Intermediate

Length: 4 sessions

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

A three-hour seminar focusing on the craft of writing compelling fight scenes in fiction. Attendees will engage in discussions and practical writing exercises, drawing on examples from notable authors.

Website: https://grubstreet.org/find-a-class/

Categories: Book

Start date:

September, 2024

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 1 session (3 hours)

Class size: 12 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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