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1 event,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
$220.00
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0 events,
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6 events,
Creative Writing for High School Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more!…
See below for pricing
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss…
See below for pricing
Hybrid Event
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Canceled
CANCELLED Unreliable Narrator
Hybrid Event
Canceled
CANCELLED Unreliable Narrator
How is a story impacted when the narrator's credibility is compromised? Welcome to the world of the unreliable narrator, where things are not always as they seem. In this class, we’ll explore what makes a narrator unreliable and how this technique can create suspense, tension, and character depth.
$65.00
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
In this session, we’ll explore the unique processing journey that fiction allows. We'll examine how fiction gives us the security to approach difficult topics or emotions with the comfortability of a creative scenario. You’ll develop skills in creating narrative distance, channeling vulnerabilities through altered situations, and visualizing growth through your characters. Through writing exercises and…
$65.00
Canceled
CANCELLED Experiential Storytelling
Canceled
CANCELLED Experiential Storytelling
Are you looking for a dynamic and immersive way to bring your stories to life? In this two-session class, we will use sociodrama— a powerful action method, to step into the shoes of our characters and viscerally explore their challenges and choices. By using role-play and improvisation techniques, we gain unexpected insights that aren’t accessible…
See below for pricing
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Exercises in surrealism will take you on a dérive through surrealism and its uses. Using exercises like exquisite corpse and found poetry, divergence, and automatic writing writers will take the absurd to the next level, discovering the effect surrealism can have on their writing. This course is for all levels!
$65.00
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0 events,
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3 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this class, we will discover the lens(es) through we which we will look at our lives; we will discover ourselves as a character and learn how to write honestly and compassionately. We will draw correlations between repeated/patterned events. We will attempt to more fully understand the actions of others, which will lead us to…
$220.00
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$220.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$220.00
|
4 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
Complete or revise your book-length manuscript in this intensive, 11-month fiction-writing studio. Led by critically acclaimed novelist Michele Young-Stone (Above Us Only Sky, Lost in the Beehive, and The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors), this advanced-level course is tailored for serious writers ready to take their craft to the next level. Meeting twice monthly, participants…
$1450
Virtual Event
Recurring
Returning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunitites focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step.
$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Advanced workshop will focus on the all-important revision process in screenwriting, with members sharing the successes and difficulties encountered in the scripting process for feature-length, short, or TV scripts. We will watch films and clips, read professional scripts and critique each other’s work in a spirit of encouragement and camaraderie. The Advanced section is…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
$220.00
|
2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Embark on an immersive 11-month journey to craft your genre fiction manuscript with the guidance of Wendy Higgins, a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author renowned for her young adult and adult genre romance, including fantasy, paranormal, sci-fi, mythology, and contemporary works. With years of experience navigating the publishing world, Wendy has successfully…
$1495
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295.00
|
4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Workshop for teen fellows only. Other students must receive approval from the Youth Program Director. Please email jessica@the-muse.org
See below for pricing
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$249
Virtual Event
Recurring
Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
$295.00
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Already started your TV series? This follow-up workshop is designed for returning Writing for TV students to keep developing their shows. Deepen your concept and characters, expand your pilot draft, and refine your Show Bible with focused writing time and peer feedback. Together we’ll read and discuss standout scripts, workshop each other’s episodes, and explore…
$220.00
|
0 events,
|
6 events,
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss…
See below for pricing
Creative Writing for High School Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more!…
See below for pricing
Hybrid Event
-
Canceled
CANCELLED Podcasts and Shorts
Hybrid Event
Canceled
CANCELLED Podcasts and Shorts
In this class we will explore harnessing the power of podcasts and short films to showcase your writing. We will cover adapting existing material for audio and short form mediums, as well as tips and tricks for how to maximize each form. Information will include various pathways towards creating a podcast including recording, mixing, and…
$65.00
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
If you are looking to sell a marketable screenplay or to produce your own microbudget film, this is the class to take! In the current filmmaking climate, investors are mostly interested in producing IP-based blockbusters. However, there is still room for smaller, more artistic films through distribution channels. The key to producing these is having…
$65.00
Canceled
CANCELLED Experiential Storytelling
Canceled
CANCELLED Experiential Storytelling
Are you looking for a dynamic and immersive way to bring your stories to life? In this two-session class, we will use sociodrama— a powerful action method, to step into the shoes of our characters and viscerally explore their challenges and choices. By using role-play and improvisation techniques, we gain unexpected insights that aren’t accessible…
See below for pricing
Virtual Event
-
Canceled
CANCELLED Write that Play!
Virtual Event
Canceled
CANCELLED Write that Play!
Playwriting allows writers to tell stories using a unique medium--live performance. But how to work in that form and develop a play? This one-session class reviews the fundamentals of narrative structure, with a focus on the creation of a play for dramatic performance. Participants will read a short play in real time, analyze its structure,…
See below for pricing
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2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
In this 4-session class, we will explore different ways to deepen our writing with additional layers of exploration—looking into the allure and enrichment provided by research, as well as trying out hybrid and found strategies. We will sketch out and exchange ideas for amplifying the elements and experiences we bring to our poems, also considering…
$220.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Between traditional print journals and online magazines, writers seeking publication have more opportunities and choices than ever—but sometimes this can feel like a bewildering maze of uncertainty or an unfair lottery. This class will include a lecture covering the basics of journal submits (where and how to find good-fit opportunities, cover letters, spreadsheets) and a…
$65.00
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2 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this multi-genre class, students will be given prompts and we will use class time to write together. Writers of all genres and all skill levels are encouraged to join in, and each student will be encouraged to create their own goal as to what they hope to get done on their current writing project.…
Get Tickets
$220.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$220
|
4 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
Get Tickets
$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
Get Tickets
$295.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
$220
|
1 event,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
|
2 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
$295
|
0 events,
|
5 events,
Creative Writing for High School Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more!…
See below for pricing
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss…
See below for pricing
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
Working on that seemingly never-ending manuscript? Feeling at a loss as to how to manage your project? Bullet Journaling for Big Writing Projects introduces you to a flexible, creative system that can transform how you plan, track, and complete your work. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of bullet journaling and experiment with layouts…
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$65.00
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
Writing The Weird That Works. - Weirdness isn’t just shock value. What lingers in the mind, unsettles, or delights can be deployed for more than horror or suspense. This class digs into writing the strange with purpose. Through guided exercises, you’ll create uncanny details that hook readers and give them something to dream or, if…
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$65.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
Do you want to get your thoughts out there about issues that matter to you? This workshop will introduce the art of the editorial (Op-Ed), a powerful form of public writing that blends your voice with current issues. Whether you're a writer looking to publish in newspapers, online platforms, or institutional outlets, this session will…
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$65.00
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|
3 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
In this 4-session class, we will explore different ways to deepen our writing with additional layers of exploration—looking into the allure and enrichment provided by research, as well as trying out hybrid and found strategies. We will sketch out and exchange ideas for amplifying the elements and experiences we bring to our poems, also considering…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The world doesn’t change because someone is told they’re wrong—it changes when someone becomes curious enough to see differently. In this two-part workshop, you’ll learn how to craft socially conscious stories that provoke reflection, challenge assumptions, and stir compassion—without preaching or pushing an agenda. Through the lens of the 7 Veils of Ignorance and the…
Get Tickets
$125.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
In 2004, a scholar by the name of Christopher Booker wrote a text called The Seven Basic Plots: Why We Tell Stories. The book was based on 34 years of research into story forms. Booker came to the conclusion that there are essentially seven basic plots that we tell and re-tell, and that each plot…
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$65.00
|
3 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this class, we will discover the lens(es) through we which we will look at our lives; we will discover ourselves as a character and learn how to write honestly and compassionately. We will draw correlations between repeated/patterned events. We will attempt to more fully understand the actions of others, which will lead us to…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$220
|
5 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Complete or revise your book-length manuscript in this intensive, 11-month fiction-writing studio. Led by critically acclaimed novelist Michele Young-Stone (Above Us Only Sky, Lost in the Beehive, and The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors), this advanced-level course is tailored for serious writers ready to take their craft to the next level. Meeting twice monthly, participants…
$1450
Virtual Event
Recurring
Returning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunitites focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step.
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Advanced workshop will focus on the all-important revision process in screenwriting, with members sharing the successes and difficulties encountered in the scripting process for feature-length, short, or TV scripts. We will watch films and clips, read professional scripts and critique each other’s work in a spirit of encouragement and camaraderie. The Advanced section is…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
|
2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Embark on an immersive 11-month journey to craft your genre fiction manuscript with the guidance of Wendy Higgins, a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author renowned for her young adult and adult genre romance, including fantasy, paranormal, sci-fi, mythology, and contemporary works. With years of experience navigating the publishing world, Wendy has successfully…
$1495
|
5 events,
Featured
Recurring
Workshop for teen fellows only. Other students must receive approval from the Youth Program Director. Please email jessica@the-muse.org
See below for pricing
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Already started your TV series? This follow-up workshop is designed for returning Writing for TV students to keep developing their shows. Deepen your concept and characters, expand your pilot draft, and refine your Show Bible with focused writing time and peer feedback. Together we’ll read and discuss standout scripts, workshop each other’s episodes, and explore…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$249
|
0 events,
|
5 events,
Creative Writing for High School Teens encourages students to expand their creative writing by challenging them to elevate their creative voices with new writing techniques. During class, students learn literary craft techniques through lessons, exercises, and prompts. Popular topics include villain archetypes, magic system basics, how to write a fight scene, poetry, screenwriting, and more!…
See below for pricing
Featured
Recurring
Creative Writing for Middle School Youth (ages 11 to younger 14-year-olds) explores the fundamentals of creative writing and encourages each student to find their individual writing voice, no matter the genre (poetry, fiction, comics, songwriting, and screenwriting). Students will explore their creative expression through unique prompts, exercises, in-class writing, and opportunities to share and discuss…
See below for pricing
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
Hive Writing is a creative writing class that transforms the solitary act of writing into a collective experiment in consciousness. Inspired by the concept of the "hive mind," participants come together to generate a multivocal group text that reflects the shared imagination of the group. Through collaborative prompts, improvisational exercises, and dynamic exchange, individual voices…
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$65.00
Hybrid Event
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Hybrid Event
Stories thrive on conflict, transformation, and surprise—and so does tarot.In this creative, craft-meets-intuition workshop, we’ll use tarot not to predict the future, but to unlock the unexpected. Each card in the tarot deck holds powerful symbolism that reflects emotional truth, hidden conflict, and potential shifts—exactly what compelling stories are made of. Through guided exercises, group…
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$65.00
Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
A poetry collection is like a music album in that it creates a compelling and cohesive experience for those who read from start to finish, while also inviting readers to drop in and reread their favorite poems. Many poets say that the final poem in a collection is the arrangement of the poems. In this…
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$65.00
|
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2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The world doesn’t change because someone is told they’re wrong—it changes when someone becomes curious enough to see differently. In this two-part workshop, you’ll learn how to craft socially conscious stories that provoke reflection, challenge assumptions, and stir compassion—without preaching or pushing an agenda. Through the lens of the 7 Veils of Ignorance and the…
$125
Virtual Event
-
Virtual Event
Ready to polish your manuscript and discover your unique voice? Editing 101 is your entry-point to the kind, actionable editing process every aspiring and self-published author needs. In this interactive workshop, you’ll demystify the editing journey from first draft to final polish—learning what professional copyeditors do, how to prep your work to shine, and how…
Get Tickets
See below for pricing
|
2 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning poets and new members with poetry writing/workshopping experience. Members of the group will actively write and revise original poems, focusing on elements of craft. All group members will be able to submit material for the workshop. Your instructor will make every effort to tailor the submission schedule to your…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this multi-genre class, students will be given prompts and we will use class time to write together. Writers of all genres and all skill levels are encouraged to join in, and each student will be encouraged to create their own goal as to what they hope to get done on their current writing project.…
$220
|
4 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you have a great idea for a TV show? In this class, you'll learn how to develop a strong concept for a TV show, the basics of TV show plotting + formatting, how to write your "Show Bible," and finally you'll begin writing the Pilot episode for your TV series. We'll read and study…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
$220
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
0 events,
|
|
0 events,
|
2 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
In this class, we will discover the lens(es) through we which we will look at our lives; we will discover ourselves as a character and learn how to write honestly and compassionately. We will draw correlations between repeated/patterned events. We will attempt to more fully understand the actions of others, which will lead us to…
$220
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Fiction Workshop continues with returning members and new members who have fiction writing workshop experience. Members of the group will workshop original work while taking a deeper look at the essential craft elements of fiction writing. Topics such as POV, scene writing, dialogue and more may be explored through short lectures or study of…
$220
|
6 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Complete or revise your book-length manuscript in this intensive, 11-month fiction-writing studio. Led by critically acclaimed novelist Michele Young-Stone (Above Us Only Sky, Lost in the Beehive, and The Handbook for Lightning Strike Survivors), this advanced-level course is tailored for serious writers ready to take their craft to the next level. Meeting twice monthly, participants…
$1450
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Discover the endless possibilities of poetic expression. In this workshop, you’ll explore traditional and experimental approaches to poetry, learn techniques to shape your unique voice, and engage with inspiring prompts. From rhythm and sound to visual and lyrical play, we’ll experiment with ways to let our words shine. Perfect for those new to poetry or…
$220
Hybrid Event
Recurring
We all have stories to tell, whether we’ve never written anything before, or we’re dusting off the old writing muscles and getting back in the game. This class is a foundational course to get started or begin writing fiction again. We will learn and explore all of the essential fundamentals of the craft of fiction…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
The Advanced workshop will focus on the all-important revision process in screenwriting, with members sharing the successes and difficulties encountered in the scripting process for feature-length, short, or TV scripts. We will watch films and clips, read professional scripts and critique each other’s work in a spirit of encouragement and camaraderie. The Advanced section is…
$295
Virtual Event
Recurring
Returning members from Nonfiction 2 and new writers with advanced nonfiction workshop experience complete the final stage of the art of nonfiction muse series of classes with more advanced workshop opportunitites focusing on revision. We will also explore publication preparation and research for those writers are interested in taking that next step.
$295
|
3 events,
Virtual Event
Recurring
Suggested prerequisite: Character in Story (not required) What makes a character unforgettable? In this three-session intensive, we’ll slow down and go deep - focusing on building one fully realized character for your novel, screenplay, or other project. Through case studies, guided exercises, and activity-based tools, you’ll explore your character’s psyche, motivation, fears, and contradictions. We’ll…
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$175.00
Hybrid Event
Recurring
This course is designed as both an introduction for students who are new to screenwriting, and as continuity for those who have already started writing a screenplay and wish to further develop their scripts. No matter your level of experience, everyone will benefit from the groups’ members sharing their experiences they encounter. Class activities will…
$295
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Embark on an immersive 11-month journey to craft your genre fiction manuscript with the guidance of Wendy Higgins, a USA Today and New York Times bestselling author renowned for her young adult and adult genre romance, including fantasy, paranormal, sci-fi, mythology, and contemporary works. With years of experience navigating the publishing world, Wendy has successfully…
$1495
|
4 events,
Featured
Recurring
Workshop for teen fellows only. Other students must receive approval from the Youth Program Director. Please email jessica@the-muse.org
See below for pricing
Virtual Event
Recurring
The Poetry Workshop continues with returning members and new members having poetry writing experience. Fresh, intriguing poetry prompts offer group members the opportunity to experiment with various styles, forms, subjects and themes, and in doing so, will clarify their own voices as they actively write and revise original poems. Each workshop will include consideration of…
$249
Virtual Event
Recurring
Creative writing is fun! And finding your voice doesn’t have to be hard work. It’s just a matter of letting your words and ideas flow onto the page without tinkering and re-tinkering your way into a creative cul-de-sac. In this class, you’ll write--in the moment--to cues and prompts and then share your work in a…
$295
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Canceled
CANCELLED TV Writing Workshop
Already started your TV series? This follow-up workshop is designed for returning Writing for TV students to keep developing their shows. Deepen your concept and characters, expand your pilot draft, and refine your Show Bible with focused writing time and peer feedback. Together we’ll read and discuss standout scripts, workshop each other’s episodes, and explore…
$220
|
0 events,
|
3 events,
Hybrid Event
Recurring
Do you want to hone your funny bone? In this 2-session writing class, you will learn how to form a strong comedic point of view in the style of McSweeney’s, Shouts and Murmurs, and other top short humor venues. This class will cover how to develop a generate ideas, how to punch up instead of…
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$125.00
In this intensive 2 session workshop, we will learn the art of delivering a captivating reading by practicing techniques—from maintaining audience engagement to perfecting inflection, pacing, and character voices where applicable. Bring your own material or choose from provided literature to practice during personalized guidance sessions. Whether you're preparing for a book launch, literary event,…
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Virtual Event
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Virtual Event
All around us are messages that being “coupled up” is the norm. Shows like The Bachelor, 90-Day Fiancé, and Indian Matchmaking have people rooting and fawning for marriage. Politicians have even derided singles as a demographic that threatens the fabric of the nation. Yet, despite its supposed unpopularity, the rate of singlehood is increasing. By…
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$65.00
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Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)
Creative Writing for High School Teens (Hybrid)