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89 Best Nonfiction Creative Writing Classes in 2025

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Writing Memoir

Writing NSW

This course includes weekly discussions, writing exercises, peer feedback, and limited tutor feedback. Key topics cover memoir introduction, writing techniques, ethical issues, and editing. Price in AUD.

Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/online-writing...

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

August, 2025

Price:

$690.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 6 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This online seminar focuses on refining pitches for non-fiction writing, including essays and reviews. Participants will gain skills to articulate memorable pitches, boost editing confidence, and understand Australian literary journals better. Price in AUD.

Website: https://writingnsw.org.au/whats-on/courses/seminar-pitchi...

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

August, 2025

Price:

$55.00

Based in Sydney

Level: Beginner

Length: 2 hours, single session

Class size: 50

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Reading Your Work Out Loud

The Writer's Center

The course teaches proposal writing for non-profits, focusing on prospect research, proposal elements, and budgeting. Participants will draft a proposal by the end of the class.

Website: https://writer.org/

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

August, 2024

Price:

$215.00

Based in Washington

Level: Intermediate

Length: 2 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This online course focuses on components of successful picture book biographies. Students will learn to write with accuracy, identify core themes, and enhance their manuscripts through peer reviews and mini-craft lessons.

Website: https://thewritingbarn.com/class/picture-book-biographies...

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

June, 2025

Price:

$412.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: 6 sessions over 6 weeks, every Monday from June 9 to July 14, 2025.

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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: Nonfiction

Start date:

April, 2025

Price:

Free

Based in Kansas City

Level: Beginner

Length: 1 session (2 hours)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The course emphasizes narrative nonfiction storytelling, covering memoir, personal essays, and literary journalism. It includes readings, discussions, and opportunities for feedback on students' story ideas and reporting techniques.

Website: https://pandemicuniversity.com/true-story-2025/

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

March, 2025

Price:

$245.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: 5 weeks, with classes on Wednesdays from March 26 to April 23, 2025 (Stream A); optional workshops on April 30, May 14, and May 28, 2025 (Stream B).

Class size: 25 students for Stream A, 12 for Stream B.

Prerequisites: No specific prerequisites

During this one-day event, you’ll learn everything you need to know about querying as a nonfiction author, and hear directly from literary agents, editors, and authors in the industry. It includes live webinars, Q&A sessions with agents, and a book proposal template.

Website: https://reedsy.com/learning/events/agent-day-nonfiction

Categories: Nonfiction

Start date:

June, 2025

Price:

$99.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

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: Nonfiction

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: Nonfiction

Start date:

June, 2025

Price:

$199.00

Based in Chicago

Level: Any

Length: 1 full day

Class size: 250

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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: Nonfiction

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: Nonfiction

Start date:

February, 2025

Price:

$189.00

Based in San Diego

Level: Any

Length: 2 full days

Class size: 200

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: Nonfiction

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

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