The Agent Querying Packet 101

June 4

Traditional publishing means getting comfortable with rejection, but understanding how to play the game strategically can give you the upper hand when entering the querying trenches. Learning the dos and don’ts of querying will significantly increase your chances of finding the right agent who will wholeheartedly believe not only in this one book you have finished, but in your career as an author and all the books to come.

High Concept Fiction - 5 Tricks to Stand Out in a Crowded Market

June 11

In this live webinar, literary agent Jessica Berg of Rosecliff Literary Agency breaks down exactly what makes fiction “high concept” in today’s market, what agents and editors are actually looking for when they use those words, and five proven techniques for strengthening your manuscript’s commercial appeal without losing what makes your story yours.

Short Story Virtual Conference

June 12 - 13

Writer’s Digest University is pleased to present a one-of-a-kind online event for short story writers! Our WDU Short Story Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from SIX authors. Spend the weekend learning the finer points of writing short stories, and optionally participate in a critique of the first 500 words of your short story from a participating editor.

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

First Impressions: From Manuscript to Submission

June 4 - July 2

Brand new to WDU!

What does it take to hook an agent? An editor? Over the span of four weeks, you’ll learn how to write with intention, how to self-edit your work, and how to determine when your pages are ready for an editor’s (or agent’s) eyes.

Revision: The Essential Practice for Crafting Your Best Work

June 4 - August 13

Led by the award-winning author of four books, hundreds of magazine articles, and blog posts, this course explain what revision entails and how to create a detailed, specific process that helps you elevate your work and feel creative doing it.

Book Coaching for Advanced Writers

June 4 - September 24

Are you ready to take the next step toward a final draft of your novel? This course is for you! Join Mark Spencer in an intensive 16-week coaching session focused entirely on your novel in progress.

Short Story Fundamentals

June 4 - July 2

Throughout this four-week course, you will have feedback and support while you write and hone an entire short story from beginning to end, and you'll leave with a polished draft of your story. You will get insider information about what editors are looking for in short stories they choose to publish.

Fearless Writing

June 4 - July 16

In this workshop, we’ll look at several techniques you can you use to keep yourself in the creative flow and out of the trouble and misery fear always causes. This course is offering you a transformative experience. Don't miss out!

Writing the Thriller Novel

June 4 - July 16

In this six-week course, you'll examine the structural elements that create a successful thriller, learn how to build compelling conflict and suspense into your story, find out what helps a story engage a reader, and much more.