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14 Best Creative Writing Classes in Boston

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Memoir in Progress

GrubStreet

This course facilitates the writing of memoir drafts, focusing on narrative voice and structuring time. It includes peer workshops, in-class exercises, and discussions on writing craft, using notable memoirs as references.

Website: https://grubstreet.org/

Categories: Memoir and Nonfiction

Start date:

October, 2025

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Intermediate

Length: 8 weeks

Class size: 12 seats maximum

Prerequisites: Participants should have prior knowledge of memoir writing, having completed at least three chapters of a full-length memoir or three essays in a connected series.

6 Weeks, 6 Essays

GrubStreet

This online course focuses on writing six personal essays, with prompts each week and workshops to discuss drafts. It emphasizes experimentation with voice, structure, and revision strategies.

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

Categories: Fiction, Essay, and Nonfiction

Start date:

October, 2025

Price:

$425.00

Based in Boston

Level: Intermediate

Length: 6 Weeks, 6 Lessons

Class size: 12 Seats Max

Jumpstart Your Writing

GrubStreet

Engaging exercises to develop characters, settings, and voice across various genres. Includes peer feedback and discussions of published works.

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

Categories: Book, Fiction, Memoir, Poetry, and Essay

Start date:

October, 2025

Price:

$395.00

Based in Boston

Level: Beginner

Length: 6 weeks, 3 hours per week

Class size: 12 seats max

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Jumpstart Your Writing

GrubStreet

This course is designed for both beginners and experienced writers, with a focus on creative writing through engaging exercises. Participants will explore character development, dialogue, and voice in various genres including fiction, poetry, and memoir. Classes also involve reading published works for inspiration.

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

Categories: Essay, Fiction, Memoir, Poetry, and Short Story

Start date:

November, 2025

Price:

$395.00

Based in Boston

Level: Beginner

Length: 6 weeks, 3 hours per week

Class size: 12 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

6 Weeks, 6 Poems

GrubStreet

This seminar explores how backstory and flashback can enhance narratives by providing context and character motivation. Participants analyze passages from noted authors and engage in writing exercises to apply techniques learned. 18+

Website: https://grubstreet.org

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

November, 2025

Price:

$410.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 6 weeks, 12 sessions

Class size: 12 seats max

How to Draft a Novel Query Letter

GrubStreet

This course teaches how to create a compelling 250-word pitch for a novel, covering the full query letter format, including introduction, pitch, bio, and closing remarks. It also provides an overview of the querying process and tips for researching agents. 18+

Website: https://grubstreet.org/

Categories: Fiction and Publishing

Start date:

December, 2025

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 1 day

Class size: 50

How to Publish a Personal Essay

GrubStreet

An informative seminar covering the personal essay publishing landscape, including submission processes, what editors seek, and crafting effective pitches.

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

Categories: Essay and Publishing

Start date:

November, 2025

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 3 hours

Class size: 50 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The Mystical as Metaphor: Fabulist Fiction

GrubStreet

This online course explores the philosophy of fabulism and how to use the mystical as metaphor. It involves reading works from authors like Carmen Maria Machado and Gabriel García Márquez, and focuses on writing techniques that blend fantastical elements with relatable human experiences.

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

Categories: Fiction and Short Story

Start date:

November, 2025

Price:

$265.00

Based in Boston

Level: Intermediate

Length: 4 weeks (1 session per week)

Class size: 12 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Create: Free Draft Generator

GrubStreet

Engaging writing prompts, community interaction, and exposure to GrubStreet workshops. Ideal for new writers seeking inspiration.

Website: https://grubstreet.org/seminar/create-free-draft-generato...

Categories: Short Story, Kids, Nonfiction, Essay, Fiction, Memoir, and Poetry

Start date:

December, 2025

Price:

Free

Based in Boston

Level: Beginner

Length: 1 hour

Class size: 100 seats max

All the Secrets of Craft: An Almond Joyous Night of Literary Conversation

GrubStreet

An engaging conversation led by bestselling author Steve Almond, focusing on various aspects of writing craft. The session includes audience Q&A, offering insights into storytelling, character development, and practical approaches to writing.

Website: https://grubstreet.org

Categories: Book, Fiction, and Short Story

Start date:

December, 2025

Price:

$30.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 1.5 hours

Class size: 100 seats max

How to Write a Short Story

GrubStreet

This course focuses on essential tools and techniques for writing short stories, including character development, plot construction, pacing, and crafting impactful endings. Participants will also explore different narrative styles and story structures.

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

Categories: Short Story and Fiction

Start date:

December, 2025

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Beginner

Length: 3 hours

Class size: 50 Seats Max

How AI Can Help, How AI Can Hurt

GrubStreet

Explores AI's role in creative writing, focusing on leveraging AI tools for brainstorming, editing, and research while discussing ethical concerns and originality. 18+

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

Categories: Short Story, Essay, Fiction, Kids, and Nonfiction

Start date:

December, 2025

Price:

$85.00

Based in Boston

Level: Any

Length: 3 hours

Class size: 50

So you’re looking for creative writing classes in Boston

Congrats! By committing to taking a creative writing class in Boston, you’ve taken a big step towards improving your writing skills, and what better place to do it than in The City on a Hill? Some of the world’s most famous authors have come from Boston, including Robert Frost, Sylvia Plath, and Louisa May Alcott—and you may be next to join their ranks.

This directory of the best writing courses in Boston is meant to help you locate the right one for yourself.  We’ve included filters for price and genre so that you can quickly sort through the writing classes. And before you commit to any one writing class, consider the following questions:

  • Who is the instructor?
  • What is the price of the writing course?
  • How far away is the writing course in Boston? Is there a remote alternative?
  • How long could the course last?

Got any questions about finding the right writing class in Boston for you? Feel free to reach out to us at service@reedsy.com. Good luck!

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