Using Dialogue to Set Your Book Apart in the Marketplace

July 23

This live webinar provides tips and tricks for writing and self-editing dialogue but also utilizing tags and dialect to pack a punch for your readers and immerse them in the book's world. Dialogue is often the strongest link to character and voice and without it, the rest of the Jenga game of a book's story can fall apart. This webinar will inspire writers to think about using dialogue to propel action forward and even replace descriptive words and plot points for a wholly immersive experience.

Science Fiction Writing Virtual Conference

July 25 

Writer’s Digest University is pleased to present a one-of-a-kind online event for science fiction writers! On July 25, 2026, our WDU Science Fiction Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from best-selling Sci-Fi authors. Spend Saturday learning techniques for honing your craft from four published Sci-Fi authors.

Experience the education, camaraderie, and opportunities provided by a live writing conference without ever having to leave your home!

Story Beats: What Makes the Heart of Your Script Tick?

July 30

Analyzing the beating-heart of your script can be difficult for any writer when they can get too close to their characters and storylines to see them through an impartial, purely analytical lens. The instructor will show how a writer can infuse their characters with “fresh yet familiar” traits that engage the reader in the all-important first ten script pages of their cinematic journey. This live webinar will also cover the relationship between characters, how to effectively create friction and conflict into story beats, and strategies on how to escalate the tension for an ultimately satisfying third-act climax.

Form and Composition

July 23 - September 3

Proper grammar, punctuation, and mechanics make your writing correct. In order to truly write well, you must also master the art of form and composition. From sentence structure to polishing your prose, this course will enhance your writing, no matter what type of writing you do.

Query Letter in 14 Days

July 23 - August 6

Take your writing one step further and tackle the publishing process. When you enroll in this online course, you'll learn the details of the query letter format and how to write a query letter that catches the attention of agents and publishers.

The Fundamentals of Screenwriting: Give your Script a Solid Foundation

July 23 - August 20

This four-week class is the perfect introduction to the fantastic world of writing a script, from the fundamentals of the story down to the revision process. In this course, you will gain the tools to structure your scenes, your acts, and your plots.