Have an idea you’re dying to write as a novel? A killer thriller, a steamy romance, or cozy mystery? Novels are one of the most versatile art forms...

A story’s characters are what gives it a beating heart. From their innermost thoughts and words to the complex choices they make, this course will...

Learning the correct tools of persuasion will help you to eloquently structure an opinion, convince your audience, and strengthen an argument. In t...

Monsters in the shadows. Creepy tales around a campfire. Nothing is as delicious as the thrill of a scare. How do authors invent such hair-raising...

The traditional sonnet (derived from the Italian sonneto, “little song”) has 14 lines, a fixed rhythmic structure and rhyme scheme, and a rigid the...

One of the hardest things for many writers is knowing where to begin, so we’re removing that roadblock in this short, fun course. For this class, w...

If you’ve used the phrase, “That was pure poetry,” then you’ll know poetry is more than just craft. It can also create an effable, beautiful, almos...

Grandpa and Grandma’s first meeting. Your parents’ journey to America. The birth of your first (or fifth) child. All families have stories, but man...

In this course, learn how to write a complete story in under 1000 words. Study examples of flash fiction with pieces such as “Sticks” by George Sau...

One of the most potent powers of writing is its ability to remold the past. Whether it’s journaling about a past conversation that didn’t go as you...