Publishing Courses
NYC
9 classes with availability
How to Get Published Intensive
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school @ 555 8th Ave, New York, NY
Ready to bring your book to the world? This intensive course offers practical insights into the publishing industry, guiding you through the crucial steps of crafting a compelling query letter and navigating the path to publication. With expert advice from an established literary agent, you'll gain the tools and knowledge to maximize your chances of success in the competitive publishing landscape.
Fri. Nov 13th, 10am–5pm EDT
(7 hours)
NY Times Worthy Personal Essay with Brett Paesel
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Dream of placing a personal essay in The New York Times? Let Brett Paesel, a "Modern Love" contributor, walk you through the process. In this workshop, you'll learn the unspoken expectations of the format, receive expert feedback, and shape a polished essay ready for submission. Ideal for writers looking to break into prestigious publications and lift their personal storytelling.
Sep 27th
2–5pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
$460
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Oct 6th
5:30–8:30pm PDT
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$460
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Nov 15th
2–5pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
$460
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Nov 16th
5:30–8:30pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
$460
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Sun. Sep 27th, 2–5pm PDT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
Book Proposal 1 with Rachel Kambury
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Learn how to craft a compelling book proposal that grabs the attention of agents and publishers. With expert guidance from an industry professional, you will develop a pitch-perfect overview, annotated outline, and marketing strategy tailored to your book. The course gives you the tools to present your project in its best light and move your publishing dreams forward.
Sep 23rd
5–7pm PDT
Meets 7 Times
$485
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Dec 2nd
5–7pm PDT
Meets 7 Times
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Wed. Sep 23rd, 5–7pm PDT
(14 hours over 7 sessions)
Nonfiction Book Proposal (Online)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school
Discover how to sell your nonfiction book through coaching from industry insiders. Learn how to build a compelling book proposal that catches the attention of agents and editors, and pick up the keys to writing enticing catalogue copy that captures the spirit of your book.
Oct 14th
12am–11:45pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
$220
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Wed. Oct 14th, 12am–11:45pm EDT
(47 hours & 30 minutes over 2 sessions)
How to Get Published (Online)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school
Learn how to publish your book in this complete seminar led by an experienced literary agent. You'll get a clear look at how the publishing industry actually works, sharpen your query letter, and gain a realistic understanding of the process to give your project the strongest shot.
Oct 14th
12am–11:45pm EDT
Meets 2 Times
$220
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Wed. Oct 14th, 12am–11:45pm EDT
(47 hours & 30 minutes over 2 sessions)
Short Story 1: Writing Workshop with Katherine Taylor
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Ready to publish your short story in a top literary journal? Join Katherine Taylor, a seasoned writer for The Los Angeles Times and ZYZZYVA, as she guides you in shaping a compelling narrative. Through in-class exercises and thoughtful talks, you'll develop a polished, publication-ready story while learning key elements of fiction. Ideal for writers ready to lift their work and get published.
Oct 18th
10am–1pm PDT
Meets 5 Times
$460
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Dec 6th
10am–1pm PDT
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Sun. Oct 18th, 10am–1pm PDT
(15 hours over 5 sessions)
How to Hook a Literary Agent with Jennifer Chen Tran
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Learn how to position your manuscript for success in today's publishing industry. Discover what literary agents look for, avoid common submission mistakes, and develop strategies to make your work stand out. Gain personalized feedback and leave with a clear plan for pursuing publication with confidence.
Sep 19th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Meets 2 Times
$275
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Sat. Sep 19th, 10:30am–1:30pm PDT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
How to Hook a Literary Agent with Jas Perry
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Learn how to position your manuscript for success in today's publishing industry. Discover what literary agents look for, avoid common submission mistakes, and develop strategies to make your work stand out. Gain personalized feedback and leave with a clear plan for pursuing publication with confidence.
Sep 26th
10:30am–1:30pm PDT
Meets 2 Times
$275
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Sat. Sep 26th, 10:30am–1:30pm PDT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
How to Hook a Literary Agent with Roma Panganiban
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Take the guesswork out of the publishing process with expert guidance on attracting literary representation. Learn how to present your manuscript effectively, avoid common submission pitfalls, and make your work stand out in a competitive market. Receive personalized feedback and leave with a practical strategy for pursuing publication with confidence.
Oct 17th
10am–1pm PDT
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$275
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Sat. Oct 17th, 10am–1pm PDT
(6 hours over 2 sessions)
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Take Your Personal Essay From Promising to Publishable
Newmark Graduate School of Journalism See all classes by this school @ 219 W 40th St, New York, NY
If you love the personal essay, have been working on a piece and want to take it to the next level–and dream of seeing it in print or online–this hands-on master class with Self magazine editor Paula Derrow will help you get there. Personal essays are everywhere from the Styles section of The New York Times to your favorite blog to the Op Ed pages of your hometown paper. But what does it take to write a compelling, focused, personal essay that...
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Designing E-Mail Newsletters
Newmark Graduate School of Journalism See all classes by this school @ 219 W 40th St, New York, NY
E-mail newsletters are quickly becoming one of the most popular ways deliver the news and for good reason. The open rate of email newsletters is comparatively high -22% according to MailChimp-, the technology involved comparatively cheap, making it a great product for news organization big and small to grow subscriptions and memberships. In this workshop, we will dig into why many brands now use e-mail newsletters, best practices to connect with...
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Get Published: A Primer for Writing for the Web
Q.E.D. See all classes by this school @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
You may have heard it's tough to make money as a writer, but the truth is some of the largest publications in the world pay people like you to write awesome content that brings readers to their sites. If you're ready to see your own byline alongside your favorite writers on the media channels you visit every day, sign up for this primer in getting published on the web. Whether it's your dream to make a living as a writer or you're just hoping...
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$20
Non-Fiction Book Proposal Workshop
Q.E.D. See all classes by this school @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
Non-fiction books (anything from memoir, pop culture, true crime and self-help) are sold to publishers on the basis of a proposal which is a 20-50 page document pitching the book’s content and marketability and is supplemented by sample chapters. You write the proposal before you actually write the book. Taught by the owner and published author, Kambri Crews, the workshop will cover these parts of a proposal: overview (the basic idea), market...
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$40
Self Publishing 101
Q.E.D. See all classes by this school @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY
In this introductory two hours course on self-publishing, Vikram will share with students his own story of self-publishing with detailed emphasis on preparation and the process of putting a book together and getting it printed. This is a small and interactive class, so the students can share their own aspirations and goals in publishing. Students will be encouraged to share their own stories and efforts of their ventures. Each student should have...
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$20
Getting Published in the Digital Age
Publishizer See all classes by this school @ 279 Starr St, Brooklyn, NY
Writing is a deeply satisfying creative endeavour, but most writers never get their works to readers or publishers. The publishing world is complicated and difficult to navigate, and many authors do not know how to find a readership or a publisher for their writing. Crowdfunding is a phenomenal new tool for authors, changing the landscape of the publishing world. The brains behind Publishizer will show you how crowd-funding is disrupting the book...
All levels
21 and older
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$75
Writing for the Web
92nd Street Y See all classes by this school @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY
Gain hands-on experience in reporting, researching, and writing for the web and breaking into publications like Huffington Post, The Wall Street Journal, Slate and Salon.
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Reviews for Publishing Courses in NYC
Publishing Courses in NYC are rated 4.3 stars based on 21 verified reviews from actual CourseHorse.com purchasers.
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Get Published: A Primer for Writing for the Web
Whitney is very knowledgeable and candid about what she doesn’t know. I found the class engaging and signed up in the spot for another writing class with her! -
New School Publishing Institute
There are quite a variety of people, which makes every story unique, but there's a universal component too. -
New School Publishing Institute
It sets you in the right direction, so when you leave you are fully ready pursue your dreams. -
New School Publishing Institute
I have learned that expanding your knowledge in an area or focus of life is really beneficial in taking your skills to the next level. Even a short, quality class can teach you the very essential skills you might have missed out on. -
Hit Send: Publishing Short Nonfiction
Great, knowledgable and fun teacher and good structure. I learned a lot in just two sessions. It is what you make it - be sure to participate and ask questions that apply to you and your field/style of writing. -
How to Get Published Level 1
Excellent instructor. I learned alot-Facilities not too great crowded room too many in the class.
