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3 Best Creative Writing Classes in Philadelphia

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Weekly Wordshop

Greater Philadelphia Wordshop Studio

Weekly writing workshops that facilitate creative exploration in various genres, including literary fiction, poetry, and non-fiction. Participants can attend the first session at no cost as a guest. The workshops use the Amherst Writers & Artists method to encourage artistic growth.

Website: https://www.philawordshop.com/

Categories: Fiction, Essay, Poetry, Nonfiction, Short Story, and Book

Start date:

September, 2026

Price:

$460.00

Based in Philadelphia

Level: Any

Length: 10 weeks

Class size: 12 participants max

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

This in-person seminar focuses on amplifying tension in nonfiction writing, using selected readings to explore strategies that engage readers. Participants will leave with tools to intensify their drafts.

Website: https://www.bluestoop.org/

Categories: Book and Nonfiction

Start date:

March, 2026

Price:

Free

Based in Philadelphia

Level: Intermediate

Length: 3 hours

Class size: Limited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

The course offers insights into writing ghost stories, focusing on communication with spirits. It is designed for various skill levels and encourages creativity.

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

Categories: Book and Fiction

Start date:

October, 2024

Price:

$63.00

Based in Philadelphia

Level: Any

Length: 1 session (2 hours)

Class size: Unlimited

Prerequisites: No prerequisites

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So you’re looking for creative writing classes in Philadelphia

“If you would not be forgotten, as soon as you are dead and rotten, either write things worth the reading, or do things worth the writing”—or so once said one of Philadelphia’s favorite sons, Benjamin Franklin. If you’re looking to accomplish the former and “write things worth the reading,” then you may be considering to take a creative writing class in Philadelphia.

This directory of the best writing courses in Philadelphia is meant to help you locate the right one for yourself.  We’ve included filters for price and genre so that you can quickly sort through the writing classes. And before you commit to any one writing class, consider the following questions:

  • Who is the instructor?
  • What is the price of the writing course?
  • How far away is the writing course in Philadelphia? Is there a remote alternative?
  • How long could the course last?

Got any questions about finding the right writing class in Philadelphia for you? Feel free to reach out to us at service@reedsy.com. Good luck!

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