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A Novel Approach: Mastering the Long Format Project
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Is it your dream to write the great American novel? Finishing a book is a tough thing to do even for the seasoned professional. In this class, successful novelist Amber Benson will help you nudge your book to the finish line! She’ll also teach you techniques for creating compelling characters, exciting plot lines, and vivid worlds. If you like, you can even bring in up to 1200 words of your novel for targeted feedback every other session! With...
Get Your Webisode On (5 Sessions)
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Got a cell phone, a laptop, and the desire to create the next Broad City? Or maybe you are looking for a way to show off your acting chops? Then this 5-week Webisode class in Los Angeles is for you! Successful actor and writer, Lou Perez will show you how to develop the next breakout web series. Through fun, in-class writing prompts, you’ll tease out a killer idea and brainstorm the perfect first episode for your pilot and develop compelling...
Children's Picture Book Writing
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Is it your dream to write the next “Where The Wild Things Are” but you’re not sure where to start? Or are you already working on a picture book, but you want to learn how to make it a bestseller? Let award-winning author and illustrator Laura Lacámara (5 picture books published) show you how to avoid the rookie mistakes and make your work stand out. In this four-week Children’s Picture Book Writing class, she’ll cover crucial topics...
Writing Your Passion
Los Angeles Writers Group See all classes by this school
You could be the best writer in the world but if you don’t have something unique to say, it may not matter. Everyone has an original story in them. Discover how to turn your own unique passions and experiences into themes, stories, and characters.
Sunday Morning Pages: A Creative Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
You can craft an awesome email and your party stories are a hoot. But every time you sit down to write, nothing comes out. Have no fear! Writer of a thousand talents, Brett Paesel can help. Her four week creative writing workshop will unlock the great stories inside of you and get them on the page. Through fun in-class exercises, you’ll craft characters that pop off the page, create scenes packed with scandalous conflict and descriptions so vivid...
Novel II: Science Fiction, Horror and Fantasy Writing
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Have you always dreamed of writing whimsical tales that take place in a futuristic world of your own creation? In this five week Los Angeles intermediate science fiction horror fantasy novel class, successful science fiction writer and horror movie writer Jennifer Brody (3 books published) will help you nudge your book to the finish line! Through fun, in-class writing exercises and engaging craft talks, she’ll help you create compelling...
TV Writers Assistant I
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 1132 Van Pelt Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Is your dream to write the next Game of Thrones or Girls? If you are like most people, the first step on your road to executive producer is getting your foot in the door. Enter TV Writer Louisa Levy (CW’s Life Sentence), who will guide you on that journey to getting that first assistant gig and begin your paid journey to executive producer. In this three-week Los Angeles Writers’ Assistant Class, Louisa takes you through the paces by helping...
Writing Your Story: Memoir and Personal Essay
Valley Art Workshop See all classes by this school @ 5210 Collier Pl, Woodland Hills, CA
Discover the power of your own voice in this engaging writing class focused on memoirs and personal essays. Through dynamic prompts and exercises, you'll explore different styles and refine your storytelling. Gain insights into crafting reliable and unreliable narratives, descriptive scenes, and poetic prose. Share your work in a supportive environment, embracing the unique essence of your story.
Writing Marathon
On the Page See all classes by this school @ 12412 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA
The day of the marathon, On the Page Writers’ Studio will be open 9AM to Midnight. Feel free to show up any time that day. Drop in and out, or write the entire 15 hours! Just bring your computer and plug in. Once you’re there, a schedule will be posted with “quiet writing time” of 75 minutes, with 15 minute breaks in-between. Writing instructor Pilar Alessandra will come in for a few hours to answer questions or help you move through issues...
Addictive Fiction: Writing the Knock Out Novel
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd #203, Los Angeles, CA
Have you always dreamed of writing the Great American novel? Let writing craft master and author James Scott Bell teach you structure and plot techniques that will make your story write itself. In this one-day class, he'll show you how to craft unforgettable leads, raise the stakes of your story and build up to a knock out ending. James will teach you his patented LOCK system that’s guaranteed to create a novel so gripping, it’ll leave your...
Page to the Stage: A Solo Show Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Are you an actor or a comedian yearning for your 15 minutes of fame? A solo-show could help launch your career and get you the attention that you deserve. In this five week Los Angeles Solo Show Workshop, actress and writer Lauren Weedman (Looking) will show you how to make your solo-show so hysterical and moving, the audience will be putty in your hands. In this class, you’ll learn how to transform personal events into compelling tales, how to...
The Ultimate Story Machine
Los Angeles Community of Acting and Entertainment (LACAE) See all classes by this school @ 11031 Camarillo St, North Hollywood, CA
Take your story from first spark to a fully developed world, characters, and synopsis
Stranger than Fiction: A Radio Story Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Have you ever wanted to have your story aired on “This American Life”? In this class, frequent “This American Life” contributor Davy Rothbart will show you how. You have to know how to find a great story, make sure you’re the right person to tell it, how to pursue it, and who to talk to. He’ll show you how to shape your story, and you’ll learn valuable tips for interviewing your subjects and writing narration. The class also features...
Scene Writing Workshop
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 10200 Venice Blvd, Culver City, CA
You’ve got your killer beats. Maybe you’ve even got your fine-tuned outline. But how do you turn those raw materials into the beating heart of an amazing script–the scene? In this one day Scene Writing Workshop, veteran TV and screenwriter Steve Peros (22 scripts sold) will show you how to build your story from the inside out, making each scene a microcosm of your larger story. Through an engaging lecture, he’ll share his secrets to writing...
Literary Games: The Art of the Found Story
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
What if you could harness the detritus of your daily life to write a Pulitzer prize winner? In this one day class, successful writer Grace Krilanovich will set your mind ablaze with a wide range of fun literary games to do just that. Grace used these techniques to craft her successful novel "The Orange Eats Creeps." She'll show you how to generate new material by playing with text, magazine clippings and comic strips. These Surrealist games will...
Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing
Writing Pad See all classes by this school @ 688 S Santa Fe Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Have you always dreamed of writing whimsical tales that take place in a futuristic world of your own creation? In this class, award-winning science fiction writer, Maureen McHugh will share her recipe for crafting an irresistible science fiction or fantasy tale! Zombies, Space Ships, and Killer Robots Through fun, in-class writing exercises and an engaging craft talk, she'll help you create compelling characters and build a fascinating world...
Saturday Morning Drop-In Writing
Mt. Washington Writers' Workshop See all classes by this school
Appropriate for writers from beginning to advanced, the Saturday Morning Drop-Ins are a time to discover new material from writing prompts, flex craft muscles, and listen to your unique voice, in a welcoming, relaxed atmosphere. Occasional visits from guest writers. No critique. Location: The workshops are held at a private residence in Mt. Washington, the country-like neighborhood in Northeast Los Angeles, about 15 minutes south of Pasadena, east...
Business Writing with Positive Impact
Training Connection See all classes by this school @ 915 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
Learn how to write persuasive and effective emails, reports, and business proposals in this interactive and fast-paced Business Writing course. Develop your language, tone, style, and punctuation skills while avoiding common writing mistakes. Enhance your professional image and make a positive impact with your business writing.
Grammar Improvement Workshop
Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Have trouble telling the difference between a "preposition" and a "split infinitive?" This class will assist and help students improve on their writing, comprehension, grammar and vocabulary skills. This class will also concentrate on specific problem areas students through intensive classroom assignments and homework.
Next Level Screenwriting
Los Angeles City College See all classes by this school @ 855 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA
Push your screenwriting skills to new heights in this intensive, focused course, where you'll receive constructive feedback and workshop-selected scenes. Previous experience or education in screenwriting is required. Lift your vision and thrive in the craft of screenwriting.