“We are all apprentices in a craft where no one ever becomes a master.”
– Ernest Hemingway
Whether you’re a beginner, pro, or somewhere in between, we have the class for you.
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Jumpstart Your Memoir Writing!Have you ever experienced the nagging feeling you ought to be writing down your life stories, but have simply lacked the time and the tools to do it? If so, this is the class to jumpstart your memoir-writing engine...more
Instructor: Kerry Muir
October 23 - November 205 Saturdays, (PST)10:30am - 1:00pm
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Like Magic: Transforming Folktale and Myth into Writing Material“From Disney’s defanged happily-ever-afters to fractured fairy tales showcasing the villain’s perspective such as Wicked and Maleficent, retellings of folk and fairy tales are all around us,” says instructor Erin Rodoni...more
Instructor: Erin Rodoni
October 23 - November 205 Saturdays, (PST)10:30am - 1:00pm
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Reading for Writers: Improving Craft Through Close Reading“Reading the works we love, we’ve all had the experience of picking up the writer’s voice in our heads until that ‘other voice’ somehow becomes our own voice. We are changed by it,” says instructor Kathy Garlick. “In this class, we’ll read like writers. By looking at things from the ‘inside out,’ by tapping into that ‘other voice,’ we’ll discover how writers pull off amazing feats...more
Instructor: Kathy Garlick
October 23 - November 205 Saturdays, (PST)2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Writing Supernatural Stories for the ScreenIn this fun, fast-paced class, we’ll explore how to create an otherworldly world, how to use metaphysical elements to raise the stakes and deepen character relationships, and how the subtle art of withholding information is essential when it comes to building suspense...more
Instructor: Kate Montgomery
October 23 - October 302 Saturdays, (PST)2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Nurture Your Novel: A Class for Writers with a Novel in ProgressAre you working on a novel, but need some additional guidance? Maybe you’re looking for a group of fellow writers to give some feedback on your work. Or perhaps you’ve written your first few chapters but don’t know where the story should go. If so, this class may be exactly what you need...more
Instructor: Elaine Beale
October 24 - December 195 Sundays, (PST)10:30am - 1:00pm
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She Said WHAT?: Character Voices and DialogueInstructor Jessica Litwak says, “I started out my working life as an actor, so I write and teach writing from the inside, embodying story and character with passion, specificity and joy. I work to inspire and guide my students towards strong and clear written expression, particularly through character and dialogue...more
Instructor: Jessica Litwak
October 24 - November 215 Sundays, (PST)2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Advanced Poetry Workshop“No matter how long we’ve been writing poems,” says instructor Lisa Gluskin Stonestreet, “there’s still more to learn, about both the art form and our particular poetic practice. A community of dedicated peers can help us deepen and improve our poems, whatever that means for each of us...more
Instructor: Lisa Gluskin Stonestreet
October 26 - December 076 Tuesdays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Nomad with a Notebook: Introduction to Travel WritingWhether you’ve just returned from Paris or Sacramento or you’re dreaming of a trip, this online class will help you transform your observations into vivid and lasting images. Katharine will provide tips on how to carefully observe and record your impressions of new places and cultures...more
Instructor: Katharine Harer
October 26 - November 235 Tuesdays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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On Point: Crafting a Short-Form Point of View Piece“Many people are driven to write by the simple human need to express ourselves,” says instructor David Jacobson. “There may be no better way to meet that need than through the short, pointed burst of intellectual and emotional energy that goes into a newspaper column, op-ed or blog post...more
Instructor: David Jacobson
October 28 - November 113 Thursdays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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The Writing GymTo tone and strengthen your writing, you need the occasional workout for your writing muscles. Enter our Writing Gym for a fun and energetic exercise-themed series of writing prompts designed to get your creative juices flowing...more
Instructor: David Jacobson
November 031 Wednesday, 4 Wednesdays, (PST)2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Intro to Fiction: The Practice of CraftYou 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
Instructor: Andy Touhy
November 06 - December 115 Saturdays, (PST)2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Sexuality on the Page“All humans are sexual beings and writing about sexuality is simply writing about life,” says instructor Jennifer Lewis. This 5-week online class will be a safe space to explore intimacy, desire, obsession, and trauma through writing...more
Instructor: Jennifer Lewis
November 08 - December 065 Mondays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Fearless Poetry WorkshopNow celebrating over 15 years at The Writing Salon, this workshop draws people who want to jumpstart their poetry practice and to keep the engine oiled. You’ll do plenty of writing and reading, and we’ll have lively discussions about both the craft and the process(es) of poetry...more
Instructor: Julie Bruck
November 11 - December 165 Thursdays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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The Writing GymTo tone and strengthen your writing, you need the occasional workout for your writing muscles. Enter our Writing Gym for a fun and energetic exercise-themed series of writing prompts designed to get your creative juices flowing...more
Instructor: David Jacobson
November 171 Wednesday, (PST)2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Daily Write Holiday Round RobinJane Underwood had a unique vision when she developed the Round Robin class. By combining several elements—partnering, repetition, practice, feedback, and dedication—she created not just a writing course, but an actual community, one that has continued and grown for over a decade...more
Instructor: Allison Landa, Kathy Garlick
November 28 - December 193 WeeksAll Day
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The Writing GymTo tone and strengthen your writing, you need the occasional workout for your writing muscles. Enter our Writing Gym for a fun and energetic exercise-themed series of writing prompts designed to get your creative juices flowing...more
Instructor: David Jacobson
December 011 Wednesday, (PST)2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Writing “Woke”: How to Speak to the 21st Century Reader“Authors are under increasing pressure to land on the right side of history as it pertains to characterizations, story themes, and personal views,” says instructor Kilby Blades. “Readers, critics, and industry demand cultural and social awareness. When authors get it wrong, the stakes are high...more
Instructor: Kilby Blades
December 01 - December 153 Wednesdays, (PST)6:30pm - 9:00pm
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Plot and Structure: The Big PicturePlot and structure are the “big picture” ingredients of fiction. A good plot can turn a novel into a page-turner. The right structure will make a story more resonant and compelling and amplify its themes...more
Instructor: Elaine Beale
December 11 - December 182 Saturdays, (PST)2:00pm - 5:00pm
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The Writing GymTo tone and strengthen your writing, you need the occasional workout for your writing muscles. Enter our Writing Gym for a fun and energetic exercise-themed series of writing prompts designed to get your creative juices flowing...more
Instructor: David Jacobson
December 151 Wednesday, (PST)2:00pm - 3:00pm
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