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Whether writing is a lifelong passion or a brand new hobby, this class is for you! As we demystify each step of the writing process, you'll receive personalized feedback on your writing and discover strategies and resources for fiction of all lengths (short story to novel). Since we'll be providing feedback to each other, you should be prepared to share your work and provide constructive criticism respectfully. No previous experience required. This course is recommended for adult writers, high school and above. A notebook and writing implement are recommended for notes-no other materials are required. Ready to share your writing with the world? Sign up for the Getting Your Writing Published class to explore your next steps.

Fairies, witches, selkies, and gnomes—let’s tell a story of legends that will be passed down through generations! Led by published folklore author and writing professor, Fiadhnait Moser-Hardy, MFA, this class will explore folktales from around the world. We will examine oral storytelling traditions, modern folktale retelling techniques, and elements of literary craft. You will learn about folk creatures, mythological plot structures, and world building techniques. Then, you will draw inspiration from a folktale of your choice to retell in your own way. Leave this online course with the confidence and knowledge needed to write and publish your own folklore tale! Bring a story you’ve been working on or write the beginning of one throughout the course for full instructional benefit. Open to teens and adults.

Ready to share your writing with the world? Whether you're dabbling in short stories or have a complete manuscript under your belt, understanding the next steps are crucial. In this class, we'll define and explore each step of the publication process and the different pathways available to you, including literary magazines, agents, querying, publishing houses, and more! No previous experience required. This course is recommended for adult writers, high school and above. A notebook and writing implement are recommended for notes-no other materials are required. Are you looking to work on your writing? Sign up for the Intro to Writing Fiction course to get on your way.

Storytelling for children and young adults is about change—celebrating it, grieving it, and growing with it. In this course, you will learn about the children’s and young adult publishing market, from picture books to middle grade novels to young adult novels. Working closely with published children’s author and writing and children’s literature professor, Fiadhnait Moser-Hardy, MFA, you will learn about what makes a book for young people engaging and meaningful. You will write and revise a picture book or a section of a middle grade or young adult novel throughout these 5, 2 hour sessions. Leave this course with the confidence and knowledge needed to write and publish your story! Bring a story you’ve been working on or write the beginning of one throughout the course for full instructional benefit. Open to teens and adults.