Overview A Self-Paced, Online On-Demand Course Seven (7) pre-recorded online sessions you can access on-demand for up to six (6) months from the date of your registration. A 20-minute Zoom call with Erin or Chris after you register. Optional monthly office hours on the first Tuesday of each month from 7-8pm EST for up to […]
Overview Online, On-Demand Self-Paced Course Included are 4 pre-recorded online sessions you can access on-demand for up to 6 months from the date of your registration Imagine your reader cemented in place by your story, unable to move until they reach the end. Imagine your reader racing to place your book into the hands of […]
Overview A Two-Night Mini Online Course Horror novels for young adult readers don't just scare - they give voice to all the fears and anxieties readers experience and can offer safe spaces to explore complex emotions in a difficult world. Join young adult author Rob Costello for this short course for writers looking to create […]
Overview Multi-Week Online Course If you are illustrating AND writing your own book, and wondering how to prepare your submission, this is the course for you. You will focus on the craft of writing and illustrating a picture book with an intense level of feedback from faculty Courtney Pippin-Mathur and special guests, Natasha Khan Kazi […]
Overview An Online Course with Live Presentations, Pre-recorded Lectures, Writing Exercises, and Q&A Are you ready to write nonfiction for teens and children, but don't know where to start? Join award-winning authors Jennifer Swanson and Christine Taylor-Butler for an in-depth exploration of the craft of nonfiction writing for young readers. With their guidance, you'll build […]
Overview A 4-Week Online Course Thinking about writing a picture book, but don’t know where to start? Already started a picture book and feeling stuck? Join author Nikki Shannon Smith to kickstart your picture book project, with an overview of picture book formats and structures, plus strategies for idea implementation, drafting, and revising. This four-week […]
Overview A 3-Part Online Cooperative This supportive program takes all creatives (nonfiction or fiction, picture books, novels, essays, and more) from goal-stating to finished drafts. Together, we’ll move through live sessions, writing prompts, mindfulness guidance, studio dates, daily inspirations, check-ins, and feedback with Sarah Aronson, Chris Tebbetts, and Daria Peoples, and their special guests! This […]
Overview Apply for this transformative opportunity to have your entire draft (up to 80,000 words) of a novel read by faculty, with detailed written feedback and a private consultation provided. This online program in particular is for writers of science fiction, fantasy, horror, and similar genre-specific novels. Details include: Multi-week online course + Whole Novel […]
Overview A Two-Night Mini Online Course Children's publishing is always changing, and often responding to change in the wider world. From understanding agents' & editors' wishlists to adjusting to trends and industry preferences, how can writers and illustrators understand new trends and opportunities? And how do societal changes like book banning and AI affect publishing? […]
Overview A Two-Night Mini Online Course Middle grade readers come to horror, mystery, thriller and sci-fi (collectively known as genre or speculative fiction) with curiosity, perhaps some trepidation, and a lot of expectations. The imaginative nature and emotional draw of these stories reflect some of the real world fears and curiosities that our readers experience […]
Overview A 4-Week Online Course Have a great idea for a graphic novel but unsure where to begin? Whether you're an author, an illustrator, or both, this four-week online course will help you navigate the creative and structural elements of graphic novels. You'll refine your concept, explore storytelling techniques, and determine the best path forward—whether […]
Overview A 3-Part Online Course Connecting with your readers is an important part of a storyteller's life. Join George Jreije and guests to develop your virtual school visit, and put your plan into action with a scheduled school visit! You'll blend who you are as a storyteller with engaging content and materials to create genuine […]
Overview A Two-Night Mini Online Course The story is at the heart of all we do, even when we switch from crafting the story to getting the story to readers. Join award-winning writers Valerie Bolling and Janae Marks to engage and build your knowledge of marketing and promotional opportunities that you can do as a […]
Overview A 3-Part Online Course The verse novel is an art all its own—sculpted through story and the act of revision. If you’ve done the hard work of drafting your novel in verse and are now ready to immerse yourself in revisions, we invite you to join Cordelia Jensen for this three-part program. This is an […]
Overview A Two-Night Mini Online Course Understanding the heart of your story—whether you're getting ready to draft or tackling revision—is key to making sure the structure and emotion of your novel shines. Join authors Jennifer Gennari and Lisa Moore Ramée for this short course to learn tangible techniques for finding the theme of your story […]
