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To be invested in horror, the reader must first consent to being horrified—which means that, on some level, horror should be seductive. Over six weeks, we’ll look at a sensual subgenre of horror—the Gothic—and mine it for tips on getting readers in the mood to be scared.
Website: https://writers.com/course/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$445.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Narrative
Manchester Writing
Dive into the world of storytelling, mastering both fiction and nonfiction. This course focuses on plot construction, captivating openings, character creation, voice modulation, descriptive richness, sentence diversity, and potent verb usage, all aimed at nurturing skilled storytellers and discerning readers.
Website: https://www.manchesterwriting.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$550.00
Based in Manchester
Level: Beginner
Length:
12 lessons (1 hour each)
Class size: 14 seats max
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Fall Virtual Workshop
Futurescapes
Futurescapes is an intensive, exclusive workshop, offering writers an unparalleled chance to work with top authors and agents in speculative fiction (science fiction, horror, fantasy, paranormal).
Website: https://futurescapes.ink/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
October, 2024
Price:
$398.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
4 full days (October 10-13, 2024)
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: You may submit any original written work for your application.
Generating Stories I
University of Toronto
A 20-hour workshop-based course, it aids in generating and refining fiction or non-fiction prose or poetry. Suitable for beginners, it emphasizes weekly exercises and assignments to inspire writing across genres. Students will learn story identification and shaping, prose organization, and revision skills, honing their ability to amplify resonant parts of their writing.
Website: https://learn.utoronto.ca/programs-courses/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$649.00
Based in Toronto
Level: Beginner
Length:
8 weeks with 1 lesson per week
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
12 Weeks to a First Draft
Writer's Digest University
Learn the 12 essential steps to complete a first draft in this writing course. Tackle the stages of writing a book, learn effective techniques, and start writing your first draft.
Website: https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$629.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
12 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: To Kill a Mockingbird is a required book.
Creative Writing: Introduction
University of Toronto
The University of Toronto offers an introductory course in creative writing, designed to cover the basics and encourage creative expression. The course details, including its duration, fee structure, and information about the instructor, are not specified on the webpage. It's suitable for those beginning their journey in creative writing, looking to explore various aspects of the craft.
Website: https://learn.utoronto.ca/programs-courses/courses/1664-c...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$599.00
Based in Toronto
Level: Beginner
Length:
20 hours, 10 in-person sessions
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Experimenting with Tense and Perspective
Story Studio Chicago
The course focuses on analyzing how different combinations of narrative perspectives and tenses impact a novel's tone, style, and emotional resonance. Participants will engage in close readings and generative exercises to set intentions for their writing.
Website: https://www.storystudiochicago.org/classes/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$65.00
Based in Chicago
Level: Any
Length:
1 session, 2 hours
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Fiction Writing: The Novel
Professional & Continuing Education
Dive into the intricacies of novel writing with this 9-week online course. It's tailored for intermediate to advanced fiction writers working on novels or story collections. The curriculum includes enhancing prose, structuring novels, and creating compelling scenes, with an expected weekly commitment of 7 to 9 hours. The course emphasizes practical application, aiming to produce polished prose and a structured plan for your book.
Website: https://www.pce.uw.edu/courses/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$945.00
Based in Seattle
Level: Advanced
Length:
9 weeks, 1 session per week
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: Experienced writers who are finishing (or currently working on) a publishable work.
Writing through heartbreak and loss can provide a tool for discovering the insight lurking beneath the pain. Such writing will stir readers’ emotions, even helping process their own pain. Instructor Andrea Meyer will assign readings and writing exercises to help you tell your darkest, scariest, and most gratifying stories.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$250.00
Based in Boston
Level: Advanced
Length:
4 sessions, 3 hours each
Class size: 12 seats max
Prerequisites: At least one act or thirty pages of a screenplay or television pilot completed.
The Las Vegas Writers Conference
Henderson Writers Group
Scheduled for April 2024, this conference is a comprehensive event for writers of all genres. It includes workshops, Q&A panels, pitch sessions with agents and editors, and inspiring keynote speeches. Held virtually, it offers attendees an opportunity to enhance their craft, business skills, and networking with publishing professionals.
Website: https://lasvegaswritersconference.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
$149.00
Based in Las Vegas
Level: Any
Length:
3 full days
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The Art of Writing
Professional & Continuing Education
This online course, spanning 9 to 10 weeks, is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their writing skills, from beginners to more experienced writers. Focusing on fundamental writing principles and practices, it covers key aspects like crafting strong sentences, showing versus telling, language refinement, and effective editing. The course, which is part of a certificate program, also delves into using strong nouns and verbs, maintaining tension, and amplifying conflict in writing.
Website: https://www.pce.uw.edu/courses/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$755.00
Based in Seattle
Level: Beginner
Length:
9-10 weeks
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
How to Write a Novel
Reedsy
Reedsy's course, led by Tom Bromley, is a 101-day program aimed at helping writers finish their first novel draft. It includes daily video masterclasses, a structured approach for drafting, and access to a forum and live webinars for interaction and feedback. The course covers various aspects of novel writing, including preparation, character development, plot skills, and writing techniques.
Website: https://reedsy.com/learning
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$1,249.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
101 days, with daily lessons and exercises
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
