Novel Writing Courses and Certifications

Microcredential

How to Write a Novel: Writing the Draft

Move from outline to draft writing with crucial craft lessons from MFA faculty on scene design, dialogue, character development and plot.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• 23rd Apr, 2024
• Paid Course

Microcredential

How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise

Discover story analysis strategies and rewriting tools, develop a concrete plan for creating a more accomplished draft and explore what it takes to attract agents, editors and readers.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-8 hours a week
• 7th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

Write Your First Novel

302 ratings at Coursera

Learn to write your first novel with this 26-week course from Michigan State University. Gain skills to create, write, and complete a fully-realized novel ready for publication.

• Coursera
• 5 days 7 hours 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Write a Bestselling Novel in 15 Steps (Writing Mastery)

3897 ratings at Udemy

Discover the secret storytelling code behind all successful novels and use it to outline, write, or revise your own

• Udemy
• 3 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Novel Writing Workshop

1791 ratings at Udemy

Learn to write a novel with this online workshop, featuring 27 video lessons. Develop characters, structure your story, add suspense, and get published. Suitable for beginners and experienced authors.

• Udemy
• 4 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Write a Novel Outline from Scratch (Novel Writing Success)

586 ratings at Udemy

Write a complete novel outline in this detailed outlining course for writers of all levels. Start writing yours now!

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sell Your Novel to a Major Publisher (Writing Mastery)

365 ratings at Udemy

A comprehensive step-by-step guide to getting an agent, publishing your book traditionally, and being paid to write

• Udemy
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Novel bootcamp; imagine, plan and start writing that book!

226 ratings at Udemy

Get started on your novel and learn creative writing techniques from a prize winning author and creative writing teacher

• Udemy
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Brainstorm Your Next Novel!

157 ratings at Udemy

The guide to unlocking the powers of your imagination and letting new stories flow more easily when you write.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Novel Writing: Creating Loveable Characters in 5 Easy Steps

Learn to create engaging characters for your novel in 5 easy steps with this under 1-hour online course, focusing on humanizing characters, setting goals, and developing conflict.

• Skillshare
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Edit Your Novel the Right Way!

85 ratings at Udemy

Learn novel editing techniques, use online tools, understand the value of proofreading, and handle criticism in this 1-2 hour course offered on Udemy.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

How to Write An Awesome Thriller or Horror Novel

75 ratings at Udemy

Learn to write compelling horror and thriller novels with this comprehensive course. Develop characters, structure your story, and master writing techniques. Offered by a full-time author.

• Udemy
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

How To Write A Book : Novel Writing : How To Write A Novel Step by Step : Creative Writing Beginners

Learn the art of novel writing in this beginner-friendly course. Develop your book idea, create compelling characters, master dialogue, and explore publishing options. Offered by Skillshare.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Novel Writing for Beginners: How to Write your First Draft

Learn to write your first novel with this 1-2 hour course by Nia Hogan. Gain insights into story elements, planning, structuring, and overcoming writing obstacles.

• Skillshare
• 1 hour 26 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Plan Your Novel in 30 Days Or Less!

Learn novel planning techniques from a seasoned author, covering tools, characters, setting, and plot, to get your story ready for writing in less than 30 days.

• Skillshare
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available