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21 Best Publishing Creative Writing Classes in 2023

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This directory of creative writing courses will help you find the right class for you. Simply filter by genre, price, and location to find the writing class that best fits your needs.

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What Agents and Editors are Looking for in First Pages

Writer's Digest University

Join agent Katie Shea Boutillier in a detailed discussion about the importance of the first pages of your manuscript. Learn how to craft a query that captures agents' attention and understand what agents look for in those crucial initial pages.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Online

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: Unlimited

Price: $89.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://www.writersonlineworkshops.com/courses/what-agent...

Logic and the Unconscious

LitReactor

Led by Bram Stoker Award-winning author Stephanie M. Wytovich, this course delves into the vampire archetype in literature and film. Students explore different representations of vampires and create stories or poems in response to the studied archetypes.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Online

Categories: Publishing

Level: Beginner

Class size: Limited

Price: $375.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://litreactor.com/classes/upcoming

From Submission to Shelf

A Novel Idea

Demystifying the publishing process, this course outlines the steps to draft, polish, submit, and publish a manuscript. It also delves into what occurs post-publication, providing a comprehensive overview for aspiring authors.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Philadelphia

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: Unlimited

Price: $450.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://anovelideaphilly.com/classes/

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Atlanta Writers Conference

The Atlanta Writers Club

This conference is designed for writers seeking to connect with publishing acquisitions editors and literary agents. It offers manuscript critiques, pitch meetings, workshops, and talks by experienced authors and industry professionals, aiming to educate about the publishing industry and the craft of writing.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Atlanta

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: Limited

Price: $670.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://atlantawritersconference.com/about/

How to Get Published

San Diego Writing Workshop

Organized by Chuck Sambuchino, this full-day event in San Diego on April 20, 2024, offers intensive writing instruction, agent pitches, and various classes. It addresses a range of topics for fiction and nonfiction writers, including manuscript revision, understanding the publishing industry, and marketing strategies.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: San Diego

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: 200

Price: $199.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://sandiegowritingworkshop.com/2022/12/19/the-2023-s...

So You Think You're Done?

Lighthouse Writers Workshop

Focused on refining manuscripts, this class teaches critical self-review to prepare works for submission. It’s a guide for writers to polish their final chapters, ensuring their manuscript is submission-ready.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Denver

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: Limited

Price: $95.00

Start date: November, 2023

Website: https://lighthousewriters.org/workshop/so-you-think-youre...

How to Get Published

Chicago Writing Workshop

This two-day online workshop, scheduled for December 8-9, 2023, offers comprehensive instruction on getting published. It includes classes on writing queries and pitches, marketing, and understanding the publishing process. Suitable for writers of all genres, it also provides opportunities for pitching to literary agents and editors.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Chicago

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: 200

Price: $189.00

Start date: December, 2023

Website: https://chicagowritingworkshop.com/

You've Finished Your Book, Now What?

Loft

This class demystifies the publishing process for authors who have completed their manuscripts. It covers finding an agent, crafting successful query letters, and what makes a first page engaging. The day includes a detailed overview of the publishing process, a session on refining the first page, and insights into post-agent steps. The class ends with a Q&A session, providing a comprehensive guide for aspiring authors.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Minneapolis

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: Limited

Price: $111.00

Start date: December, 2023

Website: https://loft.org/classes/youve-finished-your-book-now-what-4

Manuscript Preparation for Publication

Rosemont Writers' Studio

The Rosemont Writer’s Studio offers a variety of writing workshops led by experienced instructors. Courses range from "Demystifying the Art of Dialogue" to "Writing Feminist Fairytales" and "Manuscript Preparation for Publication." Each workshop focuses on different aspects of writing and publishing, catering to both beginner and intermediate levels. These non-credit courses are part of Rosemont College’s MFA Program and are designed to be affordable and accessible.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Philadelphia

Categories: Publishing

Level: Intermediate

Class size: Limited

Price: $450.00

Start date: February, 2024

Website: https://www.rosemont.edu/academics/graduate/creative-writ...

How to Get Published

Kansas City Writing Workshop

Taking place on March 16, 2024, at the Marriott Kansas City Overland Park, this workshop offers a full day of learning, including sessions on publishing, literary agents, and manuscript critiques. The event features expert speakers and provides an opportunity for writers to pitch to agents. Designed for writers of all levels, it focuses on a variety of topics relevant to the publishing industry.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Kansas City

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: 200

Price: $169.00

Start date: March, 2024

Website: https://kansaswritingworkshop.com/

How to Get Published

Atlanta Writing Workshop

Hosted on March 16, 2024, at Le Meridien Atlanta Perimeter by Marriott, this one-day workshop is an intensive opportunity for writers to learn about getting published. It covers various aspects of writing and publishing, offering classes, pitch opportunities with agents, and personalized advice. Limited to 200 seats, the workshop is ideal for writers of all genres seeking focused guidance in a single day.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Atlanta

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: 200

Price: $199.00

Start date: March, 2023

Website: https://atlantawritingworkshop.com/

How to Get Published

Minnesota Writing Workshop

This one-day "How to Get Published" workshop, scheduled for April 6, 2024, in St. Paul, MN, offers intensive instruction, the opportunity to pitch to literary agents and editors, and a range of classes on publishing, query writing, and manuscript marketing. It is suitable for writers of all genres, focusing on both fiction and nonfiction, with a limit of 225 participants.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Location: Minneapolis

Categories: Publishing

Level: Any

Class size: 200

Price: $199.00

Start date: April, 2024

Website: https://minnesotawritingworkshop.com/

How to choose a publishing writing class

Looking to build your writing skillset, learn more about your genre, or finally finish that book you’ve been working on? You’re in the right place. That’s why we built this directory of the best creative writing courses.

However, creative writing classes aren’t one size fit all. If you’re planning to join a publishing writing class in particular, you’ll want to make sure that it matches what you’re seeking to learn about publishing.

So make sure to consider the following questions when you’re researching publishing writing courses:

Who is the instructor? How many years of experience do they have in publishing?
Is there something in particular you’d like to learn about publishing? Does this course include it?
How long is the course, and where is it taught?
How much does the publishing writing course cost? Does it fit into your budget?