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Short Story Workshop
Los Angeles Writers Group See all classes by this school @ Location will be, Los Angeles, CA
Study the Genre, Generate New Ideas Learn techniques like mining your own life experience, using your powers of observation and your rich memory storehouse to examine your own culture to generate short story ideas. Whether you want to write a single short story, or a series of interconnected stories, a short-story collection, or even a novella, this workshop will help you generate new ideas while you examine the classic short story. Every meeting,...
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$45
Writing Workshop - Advanced
Mt. Washington Writers' Workshop See all classes by this school
The Mt. Washington Writers’ Workshop offers serious, craft-focused workshops for writers of fiction and creative nonfiction, in an atmosphere of generosity and respect. Our Advanced Class focuses on workshopping and feedback that encourages the writer's unique voice and material, paired with an in-depth study of technique. Activities include workshopping, exercises, analysis of published works, discussion, and completing works for submission....
Advanced
18 and older
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Intro to Writing for Late Night TV
DBA Flappers University See all classes by this school @ 102 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA
In this seminar/workshop, students will learn every facet of late night comedy writing, including monologue, desk pieces and remotes, with the goal of becoming technically proficient, confident and comfortable submitting material to various late night television programs. Whether it's Letterman, Leno, or Maher, students will come away with the knowledge of how to write in any host's voice (something with which Mr. Abelson is quite familiar, as he...
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$49
TV: Character Driven Stories
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 1132 Van Pelt Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You’ve got a story, outline or treatment for a TV Show or Feature. You know your characters in and out, but now you have to write compelling, dramatic, hilarious, true scenes! In this one-day Bringing TV Characters To Life workshop “Transparent” and “I Love Dick” Consulting Producer Brett Paesel, helps you break down your script into 5 essential movements, a unique form of structure. In this capacity,...
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Unlock the Story Within
Alan Watt See all classes by this school @ 1408 3rd St Promenade, Los Angeles, CA
Unlock The Story Within is not a formulaic approach to story structure. Through this workshop you will discover how you are uniquely qualified to tell your story. The very fears that kept you stuck are, in fact, your way into the story. Unlock The Story Within will help you to articulate what you didn’t know you were trying to say. The conscious mind is good at doing one thing: it answers the questions we ask it. When a writer gets blocked, he...
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$45
Get Out of Your Head
Alan Watt See all classes by this school @ Virtual Classroom
A portion of all proceeds goes to benefit Young Storytellers (a writing mentorship program for low-income students). It’s important to get out of our heads and allow our characters to surprise us. This 60-minute workshop consists of a series of writing prompts that will take you to the heart of your characters. Al will work one-on-one with writers and help you understand what you didn’t know you that you knew. Please note: We’ll send...
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$5
Press the "Better" Button: Revision & Editing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd #203, Los Angeles, CA
By the end of the class, you'll have an opening page that screams “read me” and a treasure trove of ninja revision skills to finish that ailing book with panache and gusto! You have a first draft and it's OK. Maybe better than OK. But something about just doesn't sit right on the page. The story drags, the characters are vague, or the settings are humdrum, and you don't know how to fix it. Don't worry. Craft master James Scott Bell will show...
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$100
Personal Essay Clinic
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
You wrote this great essay but aren’t sure if it’s done yet or where you should send it for publication. Good news: the personal essay doctor is in! Successful journalist Natasha Vargas-Cooper will help you push that essay to the finish line. In this intimate (eight student max) one-day intensive, we’ll workshop the hell out of your essay, help you polish it up and get it ready to send out the next day! We’ll even send you a checklist of...
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$125
Anatomy of a Scene: A Scene Writing Clinic
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
Screenwriting is scene writing. Your story comes to life through well crafted moments, authentic dialog, rising and falling conflict, and strong emotional beats. In this one day scene writing workshop, veteran screenwriter Wayne Powers (The Italian Job) will show you how to build your story from the inside out, making each scene a microcosm of your larger story. Through an engaging lecture, he’ll share his secrets to writing the perfect scene....
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$100
It's Story Time: Storytelling for Kids
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
To be a successful children's author, you need to have good live storytelling skills. Whether you are an aspiring picture book author trying to promote your book, an actor launching a storytelling career, a parent trying to get your child to eat his vegetables, or a teacher struggling to get your class to pay attention, being able to tell a good story on the fly will give you superpowers with kids. In this class, award-winning storyteller Antonio...
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$80
Bullies, Heartbreak and Teenage Angst: A Ya Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
By the end of the class, you will walk away with everything you need to hit that first page with verve and conviction. Soon others will be absorbed in the world of your creation. Angry journal entries not included. What does it take to write the next “Hunger Games”? In this class, award-winning Young Adult author Cecil Castellucci will show you. She’ll share her tricks for using personal experiences to bring your characters, conflicts and...
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$80
From Heartache to Literary Break: Memoir (1 DAY)
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Have you ever thought about turning your life’s trials and tribulations into a NY Times bestseller but didn’t know where to start? In this one day class, successful memoirist Sara Benincasa will share her secrets for painlessly excavating your tumultuous past to craft a gripping page turner! Her fun, in-class exercises will help you write a kick ass story about the moments that have (temporarily) kicked your ass. She’ll cover crucial topics...
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$90
The Real Story: A Short Story Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
Have you always dreamed of writing brilliant tales of urban intrigue for the New Yorker? Now’s your chance! In this class, successful fiction writer, Jim Gavin will share his recipe for crafting an irresistible short story! Through fun, in-class writing exercises and an engaging craft talk, he’ll help you brainstorm new ideas, and write a draft of a Pulitzer prize winning gem. He’ll show you how to hook readers with an engaging premise and...
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$80
Writing Accessible Poems
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
When most people hear the word poetry, their eyes glaze over. Not when veteran poet Ron Koertge is in the house. In the hands of a master, words become delicate instruments, allowing the fusion of sound, sensory experience, sybolism, and humor. In this one day class. Ron will help you find your inner Wordsworth, through fun in-class exercises and targeted workshopping. You’ll learn what you need for your poems to sing, and by the end of class...
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$80
A Young Adult Novel Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
What does it take to hook a reader on page one? Award-winning YA author Ron Koertge will answer this question and many more in this one-day young adult novel writing workshop. Ron will show you how to create relatable characters, electric dialogue and gripping pages. Through fun in-class writing exercises you’ll mine your life’s trials and tribulations to create intriguing stories for teens. You’ll learn how writing YA stories are different...
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$80
Beginner's Guide to Getting Published
Mt. San Antonio College See all classes by this school @ 1100 N Grand Ave, Walnut, CA
Did you know Stephen King was rejected 75 times before he sold his first novel? If your goal is to become a published freelance writer by selling a magazine article, short story, poem, or even a novel to a traditional publisher, this comprehensive workshop will guide you to, then past the editor's desk. You will discover how to: become a “published” writer overnight submit manuscripts the correct way find the right publisher for...
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$49
Introduction to Screenwriting
Mt. San Antonio College See all classes by this school @ 1100 N Grand Ave, Walnut, CA
Introduction to Screenwriting for Television or MoviesIn this fast paced comprehensive session, you will learn about special screenwriting terms and formats for television and the big screen. You will also learn how to plot a story, develop characters, and execute your work in the proper screenwriting format. You will discover the difference between a Treatment, a Spec Script and a Shooting Script and when to do each. And, you’ll get an...
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$19
Short Story 1: Short Story Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Have you dreamed about getting a short story published in a literary journal like McSweeney’s? Now’s your chance! In this 5-week Online short story workshop, we will help you craft a brilliant, heartfelt tale about the human condition! Through fun, in-class writing exercises and engaging craft talks, she’ll help you brainstorm new ideas and write a draft of a literary gem. The instructor will address the essential elements of fiction...
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Podcasting 1: Start Your Podcast
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Is it your dream to create the next Serial, This American Life, or Startup? If so, this is the class for you! In this five-week Online Podcasting Class, Podcasting expert John Fecile (99% Invisible, Snap Judgment) will teach you the fundamentals of this engaging new storytelling form. Through informative craft lectures, in-class writing exercises, deconstructing successful podcasts and hands-on technical training you will learn how top tier shows...
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Memoir 2: Memorable Memoir Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ Online Classroom via Zoom, Los Angeles, CA
Have you ever thought about turning your life’s trials and tribulations into a NY Times bestseller? In this five-week Online Memoir Writing Workshop, the instructor will share his secrets for turning your life’s twists and turns into lively drama! All new in-class exercises will help you infuse your most fascinating memories with authenticity and personality. The instructor will cover subtext, memoir structure, time shifts, advanced dialogue...
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