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Learn How to Write a Novel, Join Tom Bromley for a writing master class.
Learn How to Write a Novel
Finish your draft in our 3-month master class. Enroll now for daily lessons, weekly critique, and live events. Your first lesson is free!
The course focuses on storytelling for children and understanding what editors seek in picture books. It includes 11 video lessons, 9 homework assignments, PDF guides for revision, and lifetime access.
Website: https://writers.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
Open all year round
Price:
$349.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
11 lessons
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Creative Writing: Introduction
University of Toronto
The University of Toronto offers an introductory course in creative writing, designed to cover the basics and encourage creative expression. It's suitable for those beginning their journey in creative writing, looking to explore various aspects of the craft.
Website: https://learn.utoronto.ca/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
July, 2026
Price:
$467.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
Est. 20 hours
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing the Novel II
University of Toronto
This workshop focuses on critiquing novel excerpts, understanding novel structure, and revising work based on feedback.
Website: https://learn.utoronto.ca/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
March, 2026
Price:
$503.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
8 sessions, est. 20 hours.
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: Completion of Writing the Novel: Introduction.
This course teaches strategies for approaching literary events, building connections, and developing a supportive community. It emphasizes confidence in networking and effective communication about one's work.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
May, 2026
Price:
$75.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
2 hours, single session
Class size: 50 Seats Max
This advanced workshop focuses on preparing romance novels for the market. It involves analyzing drafts to explore essential components such as character, dialogue, and market placement, culminating in a pitch for agents and editors.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
May, 2026
Price:
$365.00
Based in Boston
Level: Advanced
Length:
1 week, 4 sessions (2.5 hours each)
Class size: 15 seats max
Prerequisites: Writers should have a completed draft or substantial WIP.
Fiction Writing: Craft
University of Washington
Focuses on storytelling craft, including elements like character development, dialogue, setting, and sensory details. Offers a peer writing workshop process.
Website: https://www.pce.uw.edu/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
October, 2026
Price:
$995.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
9 weeks
Class size: Unlimited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
A four-week online workshop focused on preparing middle grade and young adult manuscripts for submission. It covers workshopping opening pages, crafting query letters, and creating tailored synopses. Participants learn to build an agent list and navigate the submission process.
Website: https://grubstreet.org
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
May, 2026
Price:
$385.00
Online course
Level: Intermediate
Length:
4 Weeks
Class size: 15 seats max
Jumpstart Your Mystery Novel
GrubStreet
This course focuses on the elements of crafting a mystery novel including suspense building, character complexity, and plotting. Participants will generate material through prompts and exercises while receiving feedback.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
March, 2026
Price:
$415.00
Online course
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 Weeks
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing Autofiction
GrubStreet
The course explores personal experiences to craft compelling fiction. It includes in-class writing exercises, readings, and discussions. Students will work on a longer piece and share their work with peers.
Website: https://grubstreet.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
March, 2026
Price:
$445.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
6 weeks
Class size: Limited
Setting in Fiction: Beyond Time and Place
The Writer's Center
This workshop focuses on expanding traditional ideas of setting as merely the where and when of a story. Participants will engage in a short lecture, in-class readings, and writing prompts to develop concrete tools for their current or future writing projects.
Website: https://writer.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2026
Price:
$45.00
Based in Washington
Level: Any
Length:
1 session, 2 hours
Class size: 22 seats max.
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
An eight-week seminar focusing on optimizing writing habits for productivity and mental health. Participants will explore personal writing preferences, set realistic goals, and develop a supportive community. The course includes resource reviews and in-class writing exercises.
Website: https://literary-arts.org/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
April, 2026
Price:
$445.00
Online course
Level: Any
Length:
8 weeks, 8 sessions
Class size: Limited
Prerequisites: No prerequisites
Writing for Children
City Academy
The course encourages exploration of successful children's books and helps create original stories. It includes character development, plot writing principles, and practical writing exercises. Participants will receive constructive feedback and engage in idea sharing with peers.
Website: https://www.city-academy.com/
Categories: Fiction
Start date:
May, 2026
Price:
£375.00
Based in London
Level: Beginner
Length:
6 weeks
Class size: Limited
