Intro to Fiction: The Practice of Craft

You have a story to tell—maybe you’ve ventured to write it down. But something falls short and you don't yet feel confident enough about technique to make it sing. In this five-week online course, we’ll dive into the elements of fiction craft... more
February 21 - March 21
5 Sundays, (PST)

2:00pm - 4:30pm

Fiction Master Class: A 9-Week Workshop

This remote class—which will be capped at just 9 participants—will offer advanced fiction writers the opportunity to submit two new pieces of fiction and one revision and to receive rigorous, supportive, and constructive feedback on all three... more
January 10 - March 14
9 Sundays, (PST)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Intro to Fiction: Laying the Foundation

In this remote class, you'll develop concrete skills and narrative techniques through fun writing exercises designed to help you master your craft. At the end of five weeks, you'll have a better grip on how to use these techniques (for developing character, setting, and plot) as tools for building your story... more
October 04 - November 01
5 Mondays, (PST)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Write That Novel!

Writing a novel can be a lonely business—especially in this time of social distancing! If you want to start a novel or you’ve got a novel in progress, this class provides guidance, inspiration, and support... more
January 11 - February 08
5 Mondays, (PST)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Fiction Master Class: A 9-Week Workshop

This remote class—which will be capped at just 9 participants—will offer advanced fiction writers the opportunity to submit two new pieces of fiction and one revision and to receive rigorous, supportive, and constructive feedback on all three... more
September 20 - November 22
9 Sundays, (PST)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiction Workshop: Enrich Your Drafts

"If you’re craving some constructive, insightful feedback from a supportive group of fellow writers, it’s time to dip your toe into the workshop," says instructor Steve Mitchel... more
September 23 - October 21
5 Wednesdays, (PST)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Fiction Workshop: Honing the Art of Storytelling

“What makes a story compelling?” asks instructor Andy Touhy. “More importantly, what are the ways to make it compelling? In this online workshop, we’ll begin to really think about how to tell a good tale... more
November 01 - December 06
5 Sundays, (PST)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Keep Them Guessing: The Art of Mystery and Thriller Writing

If you want to try your hand at a mystery or thriller, or have already started but aren’t sure how to pull it all together, this online workshop will get you going and give you tips for how to stay on track.... more
October 10 - October 17
2 Saturdays, (PST)

2:00pm - 5:00pm

Intro to Fiction: Opening Imagination’s Doors

In this remote class, you'll develop your skills through reading published writers, discussing the fiction writer’s craft, doing fun writing exercises, as well as sharing and getting feedback on your own work... more
November 11 - December 16
5 Wednesdays, (PST)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Intro to Fiction: Laying the Foundation

In this remote class, you'll develop concrete skills and narrative techniques through fun writing exercises designed to help you master your craft. At the end of five weeks, you'll have a better grip on how to use these techniques (for developing character, setting, and plot) as tools for building your story... more
October 12 - November 09
5 Mondays, (PST)

7:00pm - 9:30pm