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From Blank Page to Published Author

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We're proud to be the only independent writing school partnered with one of the most respected literary publications in the country.

The official education partner of Electric Literature.

The official education partner of Electric Literature.

30,000+ writers have taken the next step with us.

30,000+ writers have taken the next step with us.

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The Best Online Writing Workshops for Emerging and Established Authors

Tawny Lara, pictured with book covers or logos of publications that have featured their work.

How to Write About Trauma, Addiction & Mental Health Without Oversharing, a 4-Week Zoom Intensive with Tawny Lara starts on Monday, October 19th, 2026

$330.00

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Robert Anthony Siegel, pictured with book covers or logos of publications that have featured their work.

Mastering Sense of Place: a Multigenre Craft Seminar on Setting with Robert Anthony Siegel (Zoom), Monday, October 19th, 2026

$99.00

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Humor Writing Mentorship: Craft Your Comedy Voice, with New Yorker humor contributor Sarah Garfinkel, pictured.

Humor Writing Mentorship: Craft Your Comedy Voice with Sarah Garfinkel, a 3-Month One-on-One Program. Applications Are Required.

$2,400.00

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Tina Cane, pictured with book covers or logos of publications that have featured their work.

The Beauty of Beginner's Mind: a 6-Week Poetry Workshop for Newcomers with Tina Cane (Zoom) Starts on Tuesday, October 20th, 2026

$445.00

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All The Best Online Writing Workshops for Emerging and Established Authors