Whether you want to finish your novel, write a compelling short story, or deepen in the craft of fiction writing, Writers.com is here to help guide you through your writing journey.
Our online fiction writing courses are taught by award-winning instructors who have been in your shoes. They know exactly how to help you become the writer you want to be. In our classes, you'll receive weekly instructor feedback on your work, ongoing collaboration with other like-minded writers, and a supportive course structure that will help you set and meet your writing goals. Plus, get lifetime access to our private, alumni-only Facebook groups for ongoing peer support.
Our instructors, who are published authors and have spent decades perfecting their craft, are dedicated to supporting you and your work in an online yet lively and intimate setting.
Our online fiction-writing classes are filling fast. With the guidance and supportive community a Writers.com course provides, you will be able to finish your next novel or short story with creativity and ease. Don't waste another minute. Sign up for a course today.
Upcoming Fiction Writing Courses
Courses range from 4 to 10 weeks in length and $175 to $460 in price.
For a complete selection of both upcoming and unscheduled classes, see our full course calendar.
August
Essentials of Character Development: How to Create Characters that Move and Breathe and Can't Stop Talking With
August 17, 2022
$395 | 8 Weeks
Bring your characters to life in this in-depth character development class with Gloria Kempton. |
(Live Workshop) Intro to Screenwriting With
August 25, 2022
$89 | Single-Day Webinar NEW! 7:00-9:00 P.M. U.S. Eastern Time
In this workshop, you’ll learn the ropes of screenwriting and create living pieces of collaborative storytelling. |
The Ongoing Fiction Workshop With
August 31, 2022
$460 | 10 Weeks
Many students have attended this 10-week online fiction workshop with Shelley Singer multiple times, completed novels, and come back to finish more books. |
September
Writing Spontaneously: How to Let Your Stories Surprise You With
September 6, 2022
$89 | Single-Day Webinar NEW! 7-9:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern Time
Some of the best stories don’t follow a specific plot structure; they develop organically. Learn how to hone spontaneity in your fiction writing and come away surprised by your work. |
Flash Fiction: Writing the Short-Short Story With
September 7, 2022
$460 | 10 Weeks
Write 1–3-page flash fiction in this online course with Barbara Henning, drawing on classic, poetic & experimental elements. Read the form’s masters. |
I've Drunk Your Poisoned Nectar: Writing with the Goddess With
September 14, 2022
$395 | 8 Weeks NEW!
Dig deep into the rich mythology of South Asian goddesses to find new inspiration for your work in this generative, open-genre writing class. |
Suspense Sells! Power Up Your Writing With Conflict, Tension and Emotion With
September 14, 2022
$235 | 4 Weeks
Inject suspense into your stories to keep readers turning pages. For writers of all kinds of fiction: thrillers, mysteries, romance, humor, literary and memoir. A four week class with Giulietta Nardone. |
The Five Ws (and One H) of Drafting Middle Grade and Young Adult Novels With
September 14, 2022
$395 | 8 Weeks NEW!
Asking yourself these six questions will give you the scaffolding for your next young adult or middle grade novel. |
Ten Steps to Creating Interesting, In-Depth Characters With
September 15, 2022
$89 | Single-Day Webinar NEW! 7:00 P.M. to 9:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern time
How do you write about people convincingly? Empower your character development in this workshop filled with exercises and character discussion. |
Anatomy of a Premise Line: How to Use Story and Premise Development for Writing Success With
September 21, 2022
$325 | 5 Weeks
The premise line is the only reliable tool that can tell you, BEFORE you start writing, whether or not your story will “work.” In this class participants will learn how to master the process of premise line development—the essential first step in any book or screenplay’s development process. |
Observing What's Vivid in Prose and Poetry With
September 21, 2022
$250 | 4 Weeks NEW!
Learn how to spotlight beauty through fresh, vivid, and surprising language, in this four week mindfulness writing course. |
Revision Strategies for Novels With
September 22, 2022
$199 | 2 1-Day Workshops NEW! 7:00-9:00 P.M. U.S. Eastern Time.
You’ve finished your novel. Now what? Develop in-depth revision strategies for your book in this two-part workshop series. |
Discover Your Writing Niche With
September 28, 2022
$395 | 8 Weeks
Fiction or nonfiction? Article, short story, or how-to book? Do you want to write for children, teens, adults? There is a type of writing that is best suited for you, and the discovery process can be an adventure. |
The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy With
September 28, 2022
$460 | 10 Weeks NEW!
Create fantastical worlds with mythical beings in this comprehensive introduction to fantasy and science fiction. |
Writing for Children: Create A Picture Book! With
September 28, 2022
$330 | 6 Weeks
Picture books have changed greatly over the last few decades, and the market is wide open for fresh ideas. Join us in this six-week intensive where we’ll take that idea of yours and turn it into a manuscript! |
October
Liars, Lovers, Criminals: Story as Character, Character as Story With
October 5, 2022
$330 | 6 Weeks NEW!
Characters don’t just drive the story, they are the story. Learn how to craft character-centered fiction and give life to the people on your page. |
The Hero's Journey For Storytellers With
October 5, 2022
$460 | 10 Weeks
Structure your story and give it meaning with Joseph Campbell’s The Hero’s Journey. |
Crafting a Story or Novel Chapter Using Forward-Moving Tension With
October 12, 2022
$275 | 5 Weeks
How do writers tell stories with tension, action, and emotion? Learn how to write forward-moving tension in this 5 week fiction course. |
The Sixth Sense: Writing Horror with a Message With
October 12, 2022
$235 | 4 Weeks NEW!
Looking to write the substance of nightmares? Learn the ropes of horror writing in this spine-chilling fiction course. |
November
Scene Study: Strengthen Your Writing with Compelling Scenes With
November 2, 2022
$275 | 5 Weeks NEW!
Great stories are constructed with great scenes. Immerse your reader in your stories by learning the ropes of scene development. |
Poetic Prose: The Prose Poem With
November 9, 2022
$460 | 10 Weeks
Explore the border between prose poetry and flash fiction. For writers of fiction, poetry, essay and memoir. |
Accessing Your Writer’s Voice With
November 30, 2022
$195 | 3 Weeks
Voice: What is it and how do you find yours? Instructor Gloria Kempton offers feedback on assignments in this 3-week online class. |
January
Write Your Novel! The Workshop With Jack With
January 4, 2023
$460 | 10 Weeks
Get a good start on a novel in just ten weeks, or revise a novel you’ve already written. Free your imagination, move steadily ahead and count the pages! |
Starting to Write With
January 11, 2023
$395 | 8 Weeks
For those who want to kick start their writing into high gear. |
Writing Autobiographical Fiction With
January 11, 2023
$395 | 8 Weeks
Learn to depart from “what really happened,” and write compelling fiction from your own life experiences. |
February
Plot Your Novel With
February 1, 2023
$395 | 8 Weeks
Over eight weeks, you’ll develop a solid basis in the fictional elements—protagonist, setting, secondary characters, point of view, plot, and theme—while you develop the outline of your novel. You’ll receive feedback at all stages from your fellow writers and your instructor. |
Mastering the Elements of Fiction With
February 8, 2023
$460 | 10 Weeks
In this course, you’ll work with the basic elements of fiction–the fundamentals that drive the story and determine the quality of the work. |
For a complete selection of both upcoming and unscheduled classes, see our full course calendar.
What Sets Our Online Fiction Writing Courses Apart
Move Forward with Weekly Writing Projects
Our weekly writing submissions support you in making rapid progress on your work.
Direct Feedback from Our
Award-Winning Instructors
Your instructor will engage one-on-one with your writing each and every week.
Connect with Like-Minded
Fiction Writers
Give and receive feedback from classmates who share your passion for fiction writing.
Don’t miss out. Find the online fiction writing course for you today!
Why Take a Fiction Writing Course with Writers.com?
- We welcome writers of all backgrounds and experience levels, and we are here for one reason: to support you on your writing journey.
- Small groups keep our online fiction writing classes lively and intimate.
- Work through your weekly written lectures, course materials, and writing assignments at your own pace.
- Share and discuss your work with classmates in a supportive class environment.
- Your course instructor will offer you direct, personal feedback and suggestions on every assignment you submit.
- Lifelong access to the private Writers.com Fiction Group for students and alumni.
For more detail about how our classes work, see our FAQ page.