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Writing the Mystery Novel
Writer's Digest University
The course allows participants to create a new mystery or refine an existing story with feedback from a published author. It includes six sessions covering various aspects of mystery writing, including genre discussion, setting, character development, plotting, clue planting, and manuscript submission.
Website: https://writersdigestuniversity.mykajabi.com/writing-the-...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
May, 2025
Price:
$330.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: None
Clarion West Flash Fiction Group
Clarion West
The course includes writing and submitting a flash fiction story each week, learning various critique methods, and receiving guidance in a supportive environment. Participants engage in small writing groups, weekly video lectures by Brian Evenson, and have opportunities for critiques of their work.
Website: https://clarion-west-online.teachable.com/p/2025-ffg
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
June, 2025
Price:
$66.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
4 weeks, 4 stories
Class size: 8
Writing the Thriller Novel
Writer's Digest University
A six-week course focusing on structural elements that create successful thrillers, building conflict and suspense, with in-depth lectures and personalized feedback.
Website: https://writersdigestuniversity.mykajabi.com/writing-the-...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
March, 2025
Price:
$399.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
6 weeks, 6 sessions
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The First Fifty Pages: Fiction Intensive
Literary Arts
Participants develop ideas into long stories or the first 50 pages of a novel, focusing on character, plot, and narrative structure. Includes thoughtful feedback and a one-on-one meeting with the instructor.
Website: https://literary-arts.org/event/the-first-fifty-pages-fic...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
$620.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
12 weeks, 12 sessions
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Character Building: How to Breathe Life into Your Characters
Kansas City Public Library
This course focuses on bringing characters to life through dialogue, description, and action. Participants will read expert examples and write their own scenes.
Website: https://kclibrary.org/calendar/character-building-how-bre...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
Free
Based in Kansas City
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 session (2 hours)
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The Magic of Poetry
Kansas City Public Library
This course explores the intricate nature of poetry, emphasizing subconsciousness, intuition, and emotion. Participants will read works by poets such as Arthur Rimbaud and Mary Oliver.
Website: https://kclibrary.org/calendar/magic-poetry-2
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
Free
Based in Kansas City
Level: Any
Length:
1 session (2 hours)
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Yallah! Muslims Write
Literary Arts
This is a workshop fostering a supportive and joyful space for self-identifying Muslim artists to write and share their work.
Website: https://literary-arts.org/event/yallah-muslims-write/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
$5.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
1.5 hours
Class size: 15
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
How to Plan Your Novel
Reedsy
In this one-day event, you will learn how to plan your novel from some of the best minds in publishing. They will teach you the ins and outs of story structure, common plotting tactics, and how to build a strong foundation before your first draft. It includes live sessions, Q&As, and supplementary learning materials.
Website: https://reedsy.com/learning/events/how-to-plan-your-novel
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
February, 2025
Price:
$99.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day
Class size: Unlimited
How to Firm Up the “Mushy Middle” of Any Story
Writers.com
This course teaches the essential narrative engines and character patterns for structuring a strong middle in storytelling. It combines text-based materials and live video sessions for interactive learning.
Website: https://writers.com/course/how-to-firm-up-the-mushy-middl...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
$340.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
5 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The 2025 Writing Workshop of Chicago
Chicago Writing Workshop
A one-day intensive writing workshop focusing on getting published, offering classes, Q&A sessions with agents, and optional pitch meetings.
Website: https://chicagowritingworkshop.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
June, 2025
Price:
$199.00
Based in Chicago
Level: Any
Length:
1 full day
Class size: 250
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Memoir Incubator
GrubStreet
A year-long program focused on revising memoirs, understanding the memoir form, and insights into the publishing industry through guest speakers. Provides a supportive environment for writers of all backgrounds and experience levels.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/intensive/memoir-incubator-2025202...
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
June, 2025
Price:
$8,955.00
Based in Boston
Level: Intermediate
Length:
12 months, meeting weekly for 3 hours each session.
Class size: 10
Prerequisites: At least 50 pages of a memoir draft and prior experience in a writing group or workshop.
How to Get Published
Minnesota Writing Workshop
A full-day workshop featuring classes on query letters, pitching, marketing, and revision techniques, with opportunities to pitch to agents and receive personalized critiques.
Website: https://minnesotawritingworkshop.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2025
Price:
$199.00
Based in Minneapolis
Level: Any
Length:
1 full day
Class size: 225
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
