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Whether you want to write your novel, perfect your screenplay, or craft your memoir, Writer’s Digest University can help you get your writing career underway. Our expert instructors will provide advice, specific instruction, real-world experience, expertise, and the motivation and drive to help you achieve your goals.

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A Class for Everybody

No matter your skill level or writing ability, Writer's Digest University has a class for you.

A Class for Everybody

No matter your skill level or writing ability, Writer's Digest University has a class for you.

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Our writing online workshops cover every aspect of writing, from how to get started all the way to getting your writing published. Writer’s Digest University features writing classes online for every skill level of writer and our professional instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your writing goals.

 

More About WDU

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These featured events and courses are starting soon! 

Five Steps To An Airtight Plot

February 13

What’s keeping you from finishing—or starting—your story? Maybe all your great ideas get muddled as you’re drafting and you can’t figure out what’s intrinsic to the story or what should happen when. 

Whether you're outlining your first novel or refining a draft, this webinar will equip you with the tools to transform ideas into cohesive, engaging stories that resonate. Perfect for writers of all levels and genres.

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Romance Writing Virtual Conference

February 21 - 23

Our WDU Romance Writing Virtual Conference will provide expert insights from seven bestselling romance authors. Spend the weekend learning the finer points of the romance writing craft. The virtual conference also includes:

  • Live Q&A with the speakers
  • Network with fellow writers
  • OnDemand recording access for one year
  • Bonus OnDemand Webinars and an issue of Writer's Digest Magazine
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How To Adapt A Book For The Big And Small Screen

February 27

This live webinar will cover the adaptation process of turning a book into a screenplay from both the perspectives of screenwriters seeking to find books to adapt, and also authors not only wishing to adapt their own books, but also who aim to understand the adaptation process.

This live webinar will be interactive with plenty of time for questions and answers.

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