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155 Best Fiction Creative Writing Classes in 2025

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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

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

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

How to Get Published

Writing Day Workshops

A two-day online workshop focusing on publishing opportunities, query letters, pitches, and marketing strategies. Attendees can ask questions and receive feedback during sessions conducted by industry professionals.

Website: https://sandiegowritingworkshop.com/

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

February, 2025

Price:

$189.00

Based in San Diego

Level: Any

Length: 2 full days

Class size: 200

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This is an engaging workshop focusing on slam poetry, providing guided writing prompts and performance tips. Participants craft meaningful poems and share their work in a supportive showcase.

Website: https://www.denverwrites.org/workshops/

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

April, 2025

Price:

$25.00

Based in Denver

Level: Any

Length: 3 hours

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The 2025 Florida Writing Workshop

Writing Day Workshops

Intensive full-day workshops on 'How to Get Published', with classes on query letters, revisions, and pitching to agents. Includes critique sessions and networking opportunities.

Website: https://floridawritingworkshops.com/

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

November, 2025

Price:

$189.00

Based in Tampa

Level: Any

Length: 1 day; multiple sessions throughout the day.

Class size: 150

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The conference features workshops, panel discussions, master classes, pitch sessions, and a keynote address. Attendees can participate in a welcome reception and a Saturday banquet, meeting prominent writers and experts. The course runs from March 21 to March 23, 2025.

Website: https://cwa12.wildapricot.org/event-5669588

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

March, 2025

Price:

$480.00

Based in Chicago

Level: Any

Length: 3 full days

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: Participants must be members of the Chicago Writers Association. Membership is available for $25/year.

How to Get Published

Atlanta Writing Workshop

This is a one-day workshop offering intensive instruction on writing queries, pitches, publishing opportunities, and marketing strategies. Participants can pitch literary agents or editors and receive feedback.

Website: https://atlantawritingworkshop.com/

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

March, 2025

Price:

$199.00

Based in Atlanta

Level: Any

Length: 1 full day

Class size: 200

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The course focuses on creative writing through engaging exercises that promote character creation, dialogue, and vivid imagery, catering to both beginners and experienced writers. Participants will read various short pieces from renowned authors.

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

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

October, 2024

Price:

$375.00

Based in Boston

Level: Beginner

Length: 6 weeks (1 session per week)

Class size: 12 seats max

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