Skillshare Creative Writing Courses List

This beginners creative writing class focuses on the fundamentals of short story writing. Students will learn about point of view, tense, character introduction, dialogue and dialect, and how to create a compelling plot. Through lectures and exercises, participants will gain the skills to craft their own unique stories. View all

This creative writing masterclass provides the tools and techniques to help aspiring authors write their own stories, essays, and books. Students will learn the fundamentals of grammar and structure, as well as how to publish their work. With this course, anyone can start writing their own stories and make their writing dreams come true. View all

This 10-day creative writing challenge, led by internationally acclaimed author Emily Gould, is perfect for writers and enthusiasts looking to hone their craft. Through inspiring examples, observation prompts, and revision tricks, participants will learn how to express their ideas and create compelling stories. With this course, anyone can become a better writer. View all

This course, led by best-selling author Roxane Gay, provides an opportunity to explore personal stories and craft them into impactful essays. Participants will learn how to find their story, express their truth, and write to make a difference. Through this course, individuals will gain the skills to create meaningful and powerful essays. View all

In this course, award-winning author Lisa Ko provides an approachable and actionable guide to crafting a compelling plot. Through five exercises, writers will learn how to create stories that readers won't be able to put down. With Lisa's guidance, writers will gain the skills to create a powerful plot for their next work of fiction. View all

This creative writing bootcamp, led by best-selling author Myla Goldberg, is designed to help writers find their next story. Through fun and energetic activities, participants will learn how to generate ideas and develop them into a brand new story. Perfect for writers of all levels, this class will help jumpstart creativity and inspire new stories. View all

This course, led by a prize-winning author, provides aspiring novelists with the tools to kickstart their writing journey. Participants will explore how to find ideas and inspiration, and learn how to develop them into a plan for a novel. Different writing techniques will be discussed, as well as how to go about creating a successful story. View all

This course provides five techniques to help generate creative writing ideas. Students will learn to use brainstorming, self-reflection and ideation to create fifty unique writing prompts. Through this class, participants will be able to explore their own life, fascinations and imagination to develop their own creative writing ideas. View all

This course offers a four-step process to help anyone develop a regular and rewarding writing practice. Led by writer Rumaan Alam, participants will learn how to claim the title of "writer" for themselves, regardless of whether they have a book published or not. With this course, anyone can learn to write with confidence and consistency. View all

This course provides seven exercises to help generate ideas for a creative writing project. It covers topics such as structuring and plotting, character sketches, and writing dialogue. These exercises can help writers come up with new ideas and create a unique story. View all

This course provides six creative writing hacks to help writers break out of their comfort zones and explore new perspectives. Through these hacks, writers can discover new ways to approach their writing and unlock their creativity. View all

This course provides aspiring authors with the tools to create an engaging main character. Through a series of lessons, participants will learn how to craft a compelling protagonist that will capture the reader's attention and keep them invested in the story. With the help of this course, authors can avoid the common pitfalls of novice writing and create a memorable main character. View all

In this half-hour class, renowned writer, editor and speaker Ashley C. Ford guides students through the process of writing from memory. She shares her own essay as an example and provides tips on how to use childhood memories, songs and other personal experiences to create a unique and creative piece of writing. View all

In this helpful class, author Lindsey Summers teaches the fundamentals of writing a character study. She provides tips and tricks to help writers create a compelling character, from starting with a blank slate to her favorite techniques for developing a character. With Lindsey's guidance, writers can add this essential tool to their creative writing toolkit. View all

This 45-minute class, led by New York Times bestselling author Daniel Jose Older, provides an in-depth look at how to write a stand-out opening scene for any story. Through the use of first and last drafts of an opening scene, Older demonstrates how to craft a compelling introduction that will draw readers in. Learn the essential elements of creative writing and create an opening scene that will leave a lasting impression. View all

Adam Wilson, author and educator, offers an introduction to humor writing in this class. He demystifies the secrets of writing effectively with humor, teaching how humor can be used in different forms. Participants will gain insight into the mechanics of jokes and how to craft them. View all

This course, Fundamentals of Creative Writing, is designed to help strengthen writing skills. It is a project-based course that provides students with the tools to develop their own ideas and stories. Through this course, students will learn how to generate ideas, understand the essentials of a great story, and gain insight from renowned author Preeti Shenoy. This course is perfect for those who want to take their writing to the next level. View all

This class offers a three-step approach to crafting powerful and unique personal essays. Led by author and columnist Meghan Daum, students will learn how to use their own experiences as the basis for their writing. Through this course, participants will gain the skills to create meaningful and impactful essays. View all

This class, led by essayist Chelsea Hodson, provides an introduction to creative nonfiction writing. It offers guidance on how to start writing, such as which memories to begin with and how to make sense of stories. Participants will learn how to craft compelling narratives and develop their own writing style. View all

In this course, journalist Daniel Krieger provides an in-depth look at the parts of a creative nonfiction personal narrative. He deconstructs a story he wrote for the New York Times Magazine Lives column to illustrate the process. Participants will gain insight into the craft of writing a compelling narrative. View all

Ninya Tippett, one of Wattpad's most successful writers, teaches a 20-minute class on finding and writing with a creative voice. Through this course, participants will learn how to use structure to enhance their writing and create a consistent style. With Ninya's guidance, writers will be able to find their own unique voice and create stories that stand out. View all

Learn the fundamentals of writing a fantasy novel with Creative Writing: Writing a Fantasy Novel for Beginners. Matthew Dewey, a published author and writing coach, will teach you how to create better fantasy worlds, establish a plot structure, improve characters, add emotion, and more. With his guidance, you'll be able to craft a novel that will keep your readers engaged and entertained. View all

Kelsey Miller, an international bestselling author and journalist, guides students through the process of creating an opinion essay. This class covers topics such as finding inspiration, developing ideas, backing up opinions, and perfecting the essay. Students will learn how to craft a strong, impactful opinion essay. View all

This course provides writers with the tools to quickly craft complex characters for short fiction. It covers the creation of "character bibles" which are detailed explorations of characters' traits, beliefs and histories. Writers will gain the skills to create believable characters that will bring their stories to life. View all

In this 45-minute class, author Emily Gould teaches how to use mistakes to power personal essays. She shares her favorite writing prompt and explores 3 favorite essays to provide strategies for writing. Participants will learn how to craft a personal essay that will be read and appreciated. View all

This course is perfect for those looking to get started with creative writing. It provides guidance on finding ideas, story structure, openings and endings, so that even beginners can write a great short story. With this course, you'll be able to craft a compelling story that will captivate your readers. View all

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