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479 Best Creative Writing Classes in 2026

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This online course offers a daily writing practice with prompts, fostering creativity and self-discipline. Participants engage in partner exchanges for feedback, promoting community and accountability.

Website: https://www.writingsalons.com/

Categories: Book

Start date:

March, 2026

Price:

$130.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: 3 weeks

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Writing Poetry

The London School of Journalism

The course includes 8 lessons and 18 exercises, focusing on various aspects of poetry such as form, meter, imagery, and getting published. It is designed for beginners and provides guidance to develop poetic style and confidence.

Website: https://www.lsj.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

£310.00

Based in London

Level: Any

Length: Self-paced over 3-4 months

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This course addresses writing as a means of shaping thought, helping students bridge the gap between thinking and writing. It aims to prevent writer's block and enhance idea expression.

Website: https://www.wordupkids.com/

Categories: Kids

Start date:

August, 2026

Price:

$300.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: 4 weeks (1 class per week)

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This course offers expert tips on utilizing Semrush tools for effective content marketing, including video tutorials and practical insights from industry professionals.

Website: https://www.semrush.com/

Categories: Content, Free, Copywriting, and Freelance

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

Free

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: Self-paced

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This course focuses on creating believable fiction characters with emotional depth, using techniques from Nancy Kress's book 'Write Great Fiction: Characters, Emotion & Viewpoint'. It includes reading assignments, lectures, creative exercises, and personalized feedback.

Website: https://writersdigestuniversity.mykajabi.com/

Categories: Fiction

Start date:

February, 2026

Price:

$380.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: 8 weeks, weekly sessions

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This 8-week course focuses on mindful writing practices, including meditation and freewriting, to explore personal life experiences and transform them into essays. It encourages self-discovery, community building, and offers insights into the personal essay publishing market.

Website: https://writers.com/

Categories: Book and Essay

Start date:

June, 2026

Price:

$465.00

Online course

Level: Beginner

Length: 8 weeks, weekly sessions

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

Offers self-paced video training focusing on effective collaboration for creating clear and professional business documents. Emphasizes conflict resolution and teamwork.

Website: https://coursehorse.com/

Categories: Business

Start date:

Open all year round

Price:

$149.00

Online course

Level: Any

Length: Self-paced

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This session focuses on transitioning from short stories to a full-length manuscript, covering character development, conflict deepening, and expanding themes. It is part of Manuscript Month, designed for writers seeking to publish.

Website: https://grubstreet.org/

Categories: Fiction and Short Story

Start date:

May, 2026

Price:

$65.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: 1 day, est. 2 hours

Class size: 50 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

A 6-week generative online workshop focusing on writing long poems. Participants will read and discuss long poems, then write and workshop their drafts. The course aims to help students create a draft of at least one long poem (100 lines+).

Website: https://grubstreet.org/

Categories: Poetry

Start date:

March, 2026

Price:

$445.00

Online course

Level: Intermediate

Length: 6 weeks, weekly sessions

Class size: 12 seats max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This workshop focuses on narrative movement, examining plot, structure, character evolution, and logical flow through critique-based discussions. Participants will share excerpts of their work to gain insights for revision.

Website: https://lighthousewriters.org/

Categories: Book and Fiction

Start date:

June, 2026

Price:

$910.00

Online course

Level: Advanced

Length: 2 days

Class size: 10 seats max

Prerequisites: Participants should submit 2,000 words or fewer of their work.

Beginning Improv

DC Improv Comedy School

This is an introductory improv course focusing on fun and creativity. It emphasizes building confidence, communication skills, and teamwork through improv games. Classes are designed for both beginners and experienced students looking to enhance their playfulness.

Website: https://www.dcimprov.com/

Categories: Comedy

Start date:

March, 2026

Price:

$305.00

Based in Washington

Level: Any

Length: 6 weeks (1 session per week)

Class size: Unlimited

This introductory workshop introduces fiction writers and poets to persona writing, helping them overcome self-doubt and exposure fears. It includes weekly exercises based on published works, enhancing students' understanding of literary styles and techniques.

Website: https://courses.writerstudio.com/

Categories: Fiction and Poetry

Start date:

March, 2026

Price:

$465.00

Based in New York

Level: Beginner

Length: 8 weeks (weekly sessions)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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