Review and reimagine your creative nonfiction book manuscript in this three-quarter course for students revising their work toward finding an agent and submitting to publishers.
Review the elements of craft that make for powerful creative nonfiction
Discover how to weave universal themes into your next draft
Listen to guest speakers guide you through writing, revising, and publishing
Get feedback from a professional agent on your query letter and a manuscript excerpt
About this course:
Designed for writers serious about revising their draft memoirs and personal essay collections into polished works for publication, this 30-week course allows for in-depth critiques from a community of nonfiction writers, personalized guidance, and ongoing, one-on-one mentoring from a professional writer. In a challenging but supportive workshop environment, you will study the advanced elements of craft such as capturing memorable moments, developing a narrative structure, braiding your story with larger universal themes, and the art of revision. Guest speakers share their insights on writing, publishing, and the nonfiction market as you shape your next draft and prepare a professional book proposal. Master Class students' excerpts are submitted to an established agent for review and consideration at the completion of the course.
Admission to this course is by application only and the selection process is competitive. It is recommended that students take intermediate-level courses prior to submitting their work. When this course is open for enrollment, click "See Details" for application guidelines and quarterly application deadlines.
No meeting November 28. Restricted course; approval needed to enroll. Not eligible for any discounts. Enrollment limited to eight students; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. No refund after enrolling.
This section is for graduates of Fall 2023-Spring 2024 Master Class in Creative Nonfiction Writingonly. New applicants will not be considered for this section; however, interested students may apply to our 2024-2025 Master Class in Creative Nonfiction Writing, which opens for applications in July 2024.
This course is held via video teleconference. Instructors use Zoom to offer live class meetings at the designated class meeting time. Students must be present at the course meeting time as each student’s final grade may include scores for participation.
Please inform your instructor if you will miss a class meeting. You are responsible for any class information you missed. We suggest you arrange with a fellow classmate to share their notes when feasible.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after September 26, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
How to Write a Book Proposal
by Michael Larsen
Writer's Digest Books
ISBN 978-1582977027
The Essential Guide to Getting Your Book Published
by Arielle Eckstut & David Sterry
Workman
ISBN 9780761160854
Schedule
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Discussion
Thu Oct 3, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Oct 10, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 17, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 24, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Oct 31, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 7, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Nov 14, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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Thu Nov 21, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Dec 5, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Dec 12, 2024
10:00AM PT - 1:00PM PT
Remote Classroom
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