Explore magical realism as a mindset, rather than a genre. In this playful, generative class, you’ll experiment with writing that blends the strange and the real—crafting stories that glow with mystery, metaphor, and emotional truth.
generative
1 Session Online Fiction
Great dialogue lives in what’s unsaid. In this one-day class, you’ll learn to write charged, layered conversations that reveal character, deepen tension, and drive your story forward—with craft tools you can return to again and again.
generative, craft, close reading
1 Session August 16, 2025 - August 16, 2025 1:10-4:10 pm PT In Person Fiction
What happens when a classic still manages to offend? Voltaire’s Candide is biting, hilarious, and startlingly relevant. Explore how its satire unsettles and endures—and how reading a daring classic can reshape the way we think, question, and write.
close reading
1 Session August 19, 2025 - August 19, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Sharpen your sentences without the stress. This grammar class for creative writers covers essential tools like tense, punctuation, and flow—helping your work land with clarity, confidence, and style. No jargon, no shame, no diagramming required.
craft
1 Session August 23, 2025 - August 23, 2025 10:00-1:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Why did a lovesick young man capture a generation—spawning one of the first literary fandoms? In this class, we’ll read Werther closely, explore what Goethe revealed (and withheld), and experiment with emotional intensity on the page—turning high drama into precise, powerful prose.
generative, close reading
1 Session August 27, 2025 - August 27, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Book Lab is a nine-month intensive for writers who’ve completed (or nearly completed) a draft of a novel, memoir, short story collection, or hybrid manuscript. Whether you’re preparing to publish or refining your story into the best version of itself, this program offers mentorship, structure, and community to help you take the next step in your book journey.
cohort, workshop, publishing
10 Sessions September 23, 2025 - December 2, 2025 7:10-9:10 pm PT In Person Fiction
A yearlong short story course with equal parts vigor and rigor. You’ll read legendary writers, write wildly, and refine your craft in an in-person community full of support, insight, and spirited discussion. Get ready to get weird, to grow—and to surprise yourself in the process.
generative, craft, workshop
30 Sessions September 23, 2025 - May 26, 2026 7:10-9:10 pm PT In Person Fiction
Book Lab is a nine-month intensive for writers who’ve completed (or nearly completed) a draft of a novel, memoir, short story collection, or hybrid manuscript. Whether you’re preparing to publish or refining your story into the best version of itself, this program offers mentorship, structure, and community to help you take the next step in your book journey.
cohort, workshop, publishing
10 Sessions September 24, 2025 - December 3, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Take your short stories further. In this advanced yearlong workshop, revise deeply, explore new directions, and build a stronger body of work with mentorship, small-group support, and sustained momentum.
cohort, workshop, professional development
30 Sessions September 25, 2025 - June 11, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm PT In Person Fiction
Explore the layered, messy stories we carry about family. In this generative class, write into memory, inheritance, and identity—drawing on emotion, context, and research to deepen your family stories.
generative, craft, close reading
8 Sessions September 27, 2025 - November 22, 2025 10:00-12:00 pm PT In Person Fiction
Need a reset? This two-session class uses journaling, prompts, and bold first lines to help you start writing again. Leave with new beginnings, creative momentum, and a practice you can return to anytime.
generative, creative practice
2 Sessions October 1, 2025 - October 8, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT In Person Fiction
Love sci-fi, fantasy, or horror fiction? In this nine-month workshop, learn the core craft of speculative writing—worldbuilding, stakes, structure—and grow your work in a creative, community-driven cohort.
craft, cohort, workshop
30 Sessions October 1, 2025 - June 3, 2026 7:10-9:10 pm PT Online Fiction
Got a story you’ve been dying to tell—but not sure where to start? This warm, beginner-friendly class covers the building blocks of fiction: character, plot, conflict, dialogue, and more. Leave with a story beginning and the confidence to keep going.
craft, close reading, workshop
6 Sessions October 2, 2025 - November 6, 2025 7:10-9:10 pm PT In Person Fiction
A flash workshop for writers who love sharp voice and tight form. You'll explore micro writing’s power and play through fun, guided prompts. Great for creatives wanting a reset or a low-pressure way to write again.
generative
1 Session October 4, 2025 - October 4, 2025 10:00-1:00 pm PT Online Fiction
This yearlong course offers a deep, steady dive into the craft of fiction. Build your skills, explore core elements like plot and voice, and get feedback on your work—all with the support of a consistent writing cohort.
generative, craft, close reading
30 Sessions October 8, 2025 - June 10, 2026 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Got a haunting in your head? This class guides you from eerie feeling to finished ghost story. Study horror craft, write boldly, and build a tale that lingers. Great for horror fans, genre dippers, or anyone drawn to what won’t stay buried.
generative, craft
4 Sessions October 9, 2025 - October 30, 2025 7:10-9:10 pm PT Online Fiction
Sharpen your craft and stretch your stories into wilder forms in this 9-month cohort for intermediate and advanced spec fic writers. Experiment with structure, voice, and tone—and write deeper into the strange, the spellbound, and the not-quite-possible.
craft, close reading, workshop
30 Sessions October 9, 2025 - June 4, 2026 7:10-9:10 pm PT Online Fiction
Plot doesn’t have to be the enemy. In this 3-hour class, learn how to keep your story moving—building tension, structure, and emotional payoff without killing your voice or your will to write.
generative, craft, close reading
1 Session October 13, 2025 - October 13, 2025 5:00-8:00 pm PT Online Fiction
What makes a character unforgettable? In this 8-week course, you’ll explore fears, desires, and contradictions to create emotionally rich characters who breathe, ache, and grow.
generative
8 Sessions October 14, 2025 - December 9, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
Your stories don’t fit tidy boxes—and they shouldn’t have to. This class is a haven for surreal, speculative, experimental, and gloriously weird fiction. Come write work that refuses the rules—and maybe even get weirder with it.
craft, close reading, workshop
8 Sessions October 15, 2025 - December 10, 2025 7:10-9:10 pm PT In Person Fiction
Start a story…and finish it! In this 8-week, beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore essential fiction tools and write a complete short story in a playful, low-pressure space designed for momentum and creative freedom.
generative, craft
8 Sessions October 20, 2025 - December 8, 2025 7:10-9:10 pm PT Online Fiction
Learn how stories work—and how to write your own. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll explore fiction fundamentals through reading, writing, and feedback. No big idea needed, just curiosity and a place to begin.
craft, close reading, workshop
6 Sessions November 1, 2025 - December 13, 2025 10:00-12:00 pm PT In Person Fiction
What makes a setting unforgettable? In this course, you’ll learn how to craft places that matter—locations that influence story, reveal character, and stay with your reader. Build worlds that feel real, even if they’re entirely imagined.
craft, close reading
6 Sessions November 3, 2025 - December 8, 2025 5:00-7:00 pm PT Online Fiction
This warm, beginner-friendly course introduces the building blocks of fiction: character, plot, and setting. You’ll study short stories, write your own, and gain the tools and confidence to keep going—wherever your writing leads next.
generative, craft, close reading
6 Sessions November 17, 2025 - December 22, 2025 10:00-12:00 pm PT Online Fiction
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