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34 Best Publishing Creative Writing Classes in 2024

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This course focuses on submission practices for literary and speculative markets, covering differences, expectations, and tips for submissions, along with grant applications and artist statements.

Website: https://clarion-west-online.teachable.com

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$75.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: Self-paced, est. 100 minutes

Class size: Unlimited

Intro to Art Briefs

Clarion West

The course provides tools to effectively communicate with artists for book cover design, including formatting art briefs and understanding artist selection.

Website: https://clarion-west-online.teachable.com

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$35.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Self-paced, est. 60 minutes

Class size: Unlimited

A first draft is a rough block of marble: there's a work of art in there, but to find it you're going to need some specialist tools. Over twelve weeks with an experienced editor and leading literary agent, learn the skills to turn your rough draft into an accomplished novel that captures the reader's attention from the start and satisfies it at the end.

Website: https://faberacademy.com/product-category/courses/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

September, 2024

Price:

£595.00

Based in London

Level: Beginner

Length: 12 weeks

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Mark Dawson's Advertising for Authors

Self-Publishing Formula

There’s that little thing called marketing to consider – in other words, how you’re going to get your words into the hands of people who want to read them. That’s why we created the Learn Self Publishing Ads for Authors course. It’s a full marketing system for authors that can be set up quickly and with a minimal budget.

Website: https://learn.selfpublishingformula.com/p/adsforauthors

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$849.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: Self-paced

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

In this 2-hour session, gain valuable insights into the entire journey a manuscript takes from the author's desk to the reader's hands. Guided by an experienced industry professional, explore the key stages of the publishing process, starting with manuscript submission and the critical role of editing in refining your work.

Website: https://writingworkshops.com/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

November, 2024

Price:

$75.00

Based in Austin

Level: Any

Length: 2 sessions (2 hours in total)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Many new writers hoping to become published authors often ask themselves, I’ve written a book…now what? Chances are, the first thing they need is a literary agent. This class focuses on the correct methods of obtaining a literary agent and helps simplify the process.

Website: https://writingworkshops.com/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

October, 2024

Price:

$75.00

Based in Austin

Level: Any

Length: 2 sessions (110 minutes in total)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This course is a comprehensive guide for aspiring authors, featuring 96 video lessons with transcripts. It's designed for both fiction and non-fiction writers, offering lifetime access to lessons, resources, and community support. The course is self-paced, with six modules covering various aspects of publishing and platform building, including interviews with successful authors​​.

Website: https://authority.pub/sp-22/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$397.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: Self-paced, 6 modules

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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.

Website: https://atlantawritersconference.com/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

November, 2024

Price:

$670.00

Based in Atlanta

Level: Any

Length: 2 full days (November 1 to November 2)

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The Las Vegas Writers Conference

Henderson Writers Group

Scheduled for April 2024, this conference is a comprehensive event for writers of all genres. It includes workshops, Q&A panels, pitch sessions with agents and editors, and inspiring keynote speeches. Held virtually, it offers attendees an opportunity to enhance their craft, business skills, and networking with publishing professionals​​.

Website: https://lasvegaswritersconference.com/

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

April, 2025

Price:

$149.00

Based in Las Vegas

Level: Any

Length: 3 full days

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Reedsy's course, led by Tom Bromley, is a 101-day program aimed at helping writers finish their first novel draft. It includes daily video masterclasses, a structured approach for drafting, and access to a forum and live webinars for interaction and feedback. The course covers various aspects of novel writing, including preparation, character development, plot skills, and writing techniques.

Website: https://reedsy.com/learning

Categories: Publishing

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$1,249.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 101 days, with daily lessons and exercises

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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