November Online Class: A Freelancer Prepares
Instructor: Timons Esaias
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A Freelancer Prepares with Timons Esaias - 11/3/2026
Course Details
This will be a boiled-down version of Esaias's highly successful one-semester course for Seton Hill University undergrads -- Publication Workshop. The plan is to give you all the elements that a freelancer uses to become a successful submission machine. The idea of submission can be intimidating, and our goal is to get you through the first steps. We hope to have participants actually submitting work for publication during the month; or soon thereafter.
January Online Intensive: The Creative Brilliance Academy, Part One
Instructor: Deborah Riley-Magnus
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The Creative Brilliance Academy, Part One with Deborah Riley-Magnus - 1/16/2027
Course Details
This is a workshop for writers and authors of all levels. Those who know me know that I’ve focused all my classes on author marketing. The most important part of marketing is CREATIVITY. Creativity is the life blood for everything from making a sandwich, to writing a great book and marketing it into a best seller. Creativity is the core of EVERY SINGLE THING done well! In this workshop, we explore the concept of human brilliance and how it applies to the creative process. Creative Brilliance is that spark that takes your fertile imagination to the level ofextraordinary creators. This exciting journey helps find solutions where there seem to be none and expands a deep sense of inspiration. The goal is to reach a point where we feel that powerful brilliance more often, or better yet, all the time. Prepare for a little brain-stretching, and a lot of courage. As you reach for extraordinary stories and excellent market exposure for your books, your writing, and general wellbeing bloom with the spark of creative brilliance. This is an interactive workshop, so come prepared to explode your brilliance into high gear!
February Online Intensive: Building Your Writing Career from Scratch
Instructor: Lisa Diane Kastner
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Building Your Writing Career from Scratch with Lisa Diane Kastner - 2/13/2027
Course Details
The purpose of this class is to help you approach your writing career with greater intent. Much of the techniques I’m going to be sharing are ones that are often used by career coaches. When you’re done this course you’ll have a roadmap to achieve your goals.
Author Benefits/Takeaways -- Participants will:
- Define who you want to be/what you want to achieve
- Build a career roadmap, including timelines to achieve objectives
- Build your brand to achieve these goals
March Online Intensive: Long Story Short: The Fundamentals of Crafting a Short Story
Instructor: Derek Tyler Attico
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Long Story Short: The Fundamentals of Crafting a Short Story with Derek Tyler Attico - 3/6/2027
Course Details
In one three-hour session, you’ll cover everything from plot creation and character development to the art of editing and rewriting. By the end of the course, you’ll have the tools necessary to confidently take your storytelling skills to the next level.
Unlike other writing classes, this course doesn’t just focus on technical writing skills—it immerses students in the art of storytelling itself, helping them understand how to captivate readers, evoke emotion, and craft narratives that linger long after the final sentence. What sets this class apart is its focus on the intricacies of short story writing, from creating authentic characters and dynamic plots to mastering the art of editing and rewriting. Students will leave with not only a stronger grasp of storytelling fundamentals but also the inspiration and confidence to write stories that stand out in a crowded literary landscape.