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Writing the Short Story
Brave Writer
This course allows students to conceive and draft a short story up to 1,200 words, focusing on building narrative structure and engaging with feedback in a writer's workshop environment. It includes exercises that draw on myths and fairy tales, and emphasizes character development and narrative tension.
Website: https://bravewriter.com/online-classes/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$279.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
5 weeks
Class size: 20 students
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Communicating with Spirits: Writing Ghost Stories
A Novel Idea
The course offers insights into writing ghost stories, focusing on communication with spirits. It is designed for various skill levels and encourages creativity.
Website: https://anovelideaphilly.com/classes/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
October, 2024
Price:
$63.00
Based in Philadelphia
Level: Any
Length:
1 session (2 hours)
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Intro to Writing for TV
Second City
This course teaches the fundamentals of writing for television, including story structure, dialogue, and how to pitch ideas. It includes lectures, exercises, and assignments, allowing flexibility with weekly deadlines.
Website: https://www.secondcity.com/classes/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$225.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 month (approx. 3 to 5 hours per week)
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Comedy Writing 101
The Writing Salon
In this course, students learn comedic structure, including character and situation development, setup and payoff techniques, and the effectiveness of the 'rule of three.' It includes both team and individual writing exercises.
Website: https://www.writingsalons.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
$165.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
2 sessions, each lasting 3 hours (total of 6 hours).
Class size: 14
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
In this course, learn the neuroscience of laughter, unlock your unique humor, apply comedy techniques, and engage in virtual team-building exercises to foster a joyful workplace.
Website: https://www.edx.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$240.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
2 months, 3 skill-building courses, 1-2 hours per week
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing Fantasy Stories
City Lit
This course covers tropes of fantasy, world-building, characterisation, structure, and language to create innovative stories. It's designed for beginners with some writing experience.
Website: https://www.citylit.ac.uk/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
September, 2024
Price:
£249.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
11 sessions over 11 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Crafting Short Stories
Writing NSW
This course, led by Dr. Gretchen Shirm, focuses on the intricacies of short story writing, discussing narrative structures and techniques from renowned authors. Participants will engage in workshops, learning to refine their voice and understand effective story endings.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
November, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day (6 hours)
Class size: 20 seats max
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
The Rules of Writing Romance
Writing NSW
In this writing workshop, participants will learn romance subgenres, market trends, and how to structure and break traditional romance rules to create inclusive stories. The course includes discussions and planning for participants' romance novels.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day, 6 hours (10am - 4pm)
Class size: 20
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
This course focuses on creating engaging beginnings for stories, emphasizing the importance of the opening sentence, paragraphs, and chapters. It includes critical reading of various genres and writing exercises.
Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
November, 2024
Price:
$210.00
Based in Sydney
Level: Beginner
Length:
1 day (6 hours)
Class size: 17
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
4 Week: Novel Bootcamp I— Story
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
This course provides a supportive environment for writers of all genres, focusing on the complex elements of novel writing such as character, plot, setting, and voice. Participants will engage with quality literature and gain insights into the novel writing process.
Website: https://www.lighthousewriters.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$240.00
Based in Denver
Level: Any
Length:
4 weeks, with weekly sessions
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
8-Week: Playwriting Workshop
Lighthouse Writers Workshop
This workshop is designed for all levels and focuses on developing your dramatic voice and characters. It includes lectures, discussions, regular writing exercises, and opportunities for participants to receive feedback on their work.
Website: https://lighthousewriters.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$450.00
Based in Denver
Level: Any
Length:
8 weeks, with weekly sessions
Class size: 6 spots available
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Creative Writing Workshop
The Women's Institute of Houston
This course covers all genres, focusing on topics like image-making, voice, dialogue, and revision. Each class includes writing prompts and workshopping of participants' writing.
Website: https://www.wih.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
August, 2024
Price:
$360.00
Based in Houston
Level: Any
Length:
8 weeks, with classes held weekly on Thursdays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Class size: 6 spots available
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
