Register for the full fall semester of Novel Craft Classes and save $10! Your registration includes all four interactive, 90-minute online classes covering point of view, flash fiction, scene-level writing, and organizing your writing life.

Explore the many point of view options available to novelists and learn how each one shapes the way readers experience a story. We’ll look at examples and practice techniques for choosing and writing the point of view that best serves your story.

Tuesday, September 22 | 6:30–8 p.m. ET

Most novelists think of flash fiction as a separate genre, but it can also be a powerful tool for strengthening your novel. You’ll learn how writing very short stories can help you tighten your prose, deepen your characters, sustain momentum during a long project, and even build publishing credits along the way.

Monday, October 19 | 6:30–8 p.m. ET

A scene is the smallest unit of a novel, but each one needs to move your story forward and keep readers turning the page. You’ll learn the essential elements of a strong scene through examples, writing exercises, and time to practice what you’ve learned.

Wednesday, November 18 | 6:30–8 p.m. ET

Writing a novel is a big project, and staying organized can help you make consistent progress without letting your writing get lost in the demands of everyday life. I’ll share how I organize both my writing time and my Google Drive so I can keep track of my work and make writing a regular part of my life.

Monday, December 14 | 6:30–8 p.m. ET