If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others: read a lot and write a lot. There’s no way around these two things that I’m aware of, no shortcut….I don’t read in order to study the craft. I read because I like to read. -Stephen King
Since 1997, Gifted Writers Academy has inspired thousands of students to express themselves more effectively, creatively, and intellectually. Writers are taught different aspects of writing in concentrated detail and in a diversity of genres featuring 30 video tutorials along with written lessons designed to be fun, engaging, and informative. Learners have the opportunity to meet with one another regularly online to discuss their writing and participate in group critiques that focus first on the positive elements of the draft. Each session features weekly webinars with an assortment of writers and teachers.
If you are passionate about writing and want to be with peers from around the world who share your dedication and joy for the process—this is the right program for you! All students begin with the writing essentials course to work on fiction, creative nonfiction, poetry, and drama. Students complete this course as more knowledgeable and better-skilled writer. We guarantee this is not your typical online class and have the puppets to prove it! Come join us!
