Have you ever wanted to write a novel? Or a series of short stories, or maybe a poetry collection?
Maybe you have a story idea that has been simmering in your head for a long time, but you’ve never gotten around to actually putting it down on paper.
Or maybe you started writing your novel — or you have started writing many novels — but you never seem to build enough momentum to carry you through to the end.
What if you could have sustained weekly support to write your creative projects?
I would be honored to be your cheerleader, mentor, teacher, and accountability partner during this journey!
Online Novel-Writing Class for Teens
Ray Bradbury said of the reading and writing process: “We are cups … constantly and quietly being filled. The trick is knowing how to tip ourselves over and let the beautiful stuff out.”
Using weekly writing exercises as a foundation and jumping-off point, you will then “tip yourselves over and let the beautiful stuff out” by writing your own poems, short stories, or novel chapters, which you will submit to me each week for individual constructive feedback. By the end of the semester, you will have written a substantial draft of a book. Wow!
Additionally, if you are looking for stand-out activities to put on your college resume… this would definitely be one of them! So much of college is about writing; admissions officers are always impressed to see students who are interested in writing and who have pursued that interest outside of the classroom!
- Focused teachings on a “craft” element of writing, such as character development, plot and story structure, setting, dialogue, scene vs. summary, and more.
- A brief writing exercise to get creative juices flowing.
- A 15-minute workshop of a fellow student’s opening chapter to give feedback and learn from.
- Homework: write a story, poem, or chapter of your novel every week and send it to me for individual feedback.
- By the end of the class, you will have a solid draft of a book completed, which is quite an accomplishment!!
Regular Registration, after August 31, $399
