The Secret Fiction Techniques
No One Ever Teaches You
You love writing. But when you try to write, the self-criticism kicks in…
You have high standards. And if you write something, you want it to be really good.
You know there’s a huge, glaring difference between amateur fiction and the work of accomplished authors.
Looking at books by your favorite authors, you wonder how they manage to write so beautifully and powerfully. What is their secret?
Actually, there are a lot of secrets.
The great news is that these secrets are techniques you can learn.
You could figure them out by reading and analyzing a lot of literature. But it’s a lot faster and easier if you have someone pointing out what to look for.
But unfortunately, most of these techniques are not taught in typical creative writing courses or how-to books, which tend to stick to the basics.
The skills taught in most writing courses are not enough. You also need other skills like:
- Including the right amount of detail
- Showing the passage of time in a story
- Zooming in and out
- Using internal dialogue
- Transitioning between scenes
- Giving your story multiple layers.
The Craft of Fiction is unlike other courses because, along with the basics, it also covers the secret techniques that make all the difference.
That's what makes it the ultimate fiction writing course.
Course details
The Craft of Fiction is suitable for both beginners and experienced writers.
It includes 24 written lessons that are sent to you by email over 69 days. Each lesson focuses on a different fiction-writing technique, including the techniques no one ever shows you, so that you can finally write fiction you’ll feel proud to publish.
Since the course has a self-study format, you can learn on your own schedule, from anywhere in the world.
As you complete the lessons, you’ll have plenty of Aha! moments as you suddenly understand the techniques behind your favorite books. And you’ll immediately be able to apply those same techniques to your own fiction.
Your confidence will soar as you see the improvement in your work. There's nothing quite like rereading something you've written and thinking, "Wow, that's really, really good!"
Your teacher
Nancy Strauss has an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Michigan, where she also taught writing classes. In 2009, she founded Creative Writing Now, which helps writers all over the world. Over the past fifteen years, she's taught thousands of writing students.
Here are comments from a few of them...
"I am an inveterate ‘course taker’ and yours is best ... I also have an actual degree in Creative Writing from NYU circa 1985, and I have taught writing in numerous schools in NYC. Your writing program is the best program I have come across: innovative, accessible, technically strong—and supportive! "
- Mary Ellen Hancock
"It is because of your instruction I was able to publish my first book, Call it Fate. I'm now working on its sequel, to boot! From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU! I will always recommend your courses to anyone with the desire to write!"
- Elizabeth Wyke
"This was the best class I've ever taken for writing. I've purchased many books, magazines and joined several writing groups, but have never gotten the effects of this course out of any of those resources. I was excited every day to see the new lesson and get down to writing."
- Lorraine Methot
"I really have learned many things that have changed the way I think about writing. I've taken many college, even Masters level writing courses, and must tell you that I have learned much more from your courses than I have from any of those classroom courses."
- Prue Prentice
Your guarantee
Try The Craft of Fiction risk-free. If you change your mind any time in the first two weeks after you sign up, you can request a full refund.
Which do you choose?
You have two choices:
Option 1: You can continue feeling self-critical of your writing, OR...
Option 2: You can learn to write fiction that's up to your high standards.
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The Craft of Fiction - Includes 24 email lessons with assignments and the chance to ask a teacher general questions. Feedback on assignments is not available for this course. Total price: $87
Feedback on our courses
"I recently completed my first novel—67,400 words. It derives from two separate assignments posted from two of your courses. I had turned both into shorts stories which I then combined and extended. Currently exploring publication offers—all thanks to Creative Writing Now!"
- John Butler
“This has been the most productive, creative month I’ve had.”
- Nancy Pazner
“Let me put it like this Nancy. For a long time I dabbled around with a few ideas in my mind but never could get it down on paper because of lack of confidence or no discipline. I was like someone in an Art Museum up close to the painting and only seeing the dots of paint. Nancy you directed me to stand back and see the picture in a whole new light. My ideas have been moulded into something new and now I am the artist. I have gotten to know my characters so well I look forward to meeting them when I sit to write. Thanks for helping me develop this gift.”
- Agnes McWey
"Before this course I was just a daydreamer. Now I can say, I am a writer."
- Kattia Chavarria
"The first week of the course, my writing moved from random thoughts to stories, which, at first, emerged from the optional prompts. About midway through the second week, I began writing scenes for a novel that I've envisioned for years. For the remainder of the course time, I worked only on that story-line. At some point, I realized that the character was emerging on his own and surprising me with things that he wanted to do. This is a feature of writing that I've heard about but do not remember experiencing in this way until now."
– Mary Early
“I have found that after only 30 days, my writing is now more focused and it certainly flows easier. Sometimes now, I have to staunch the words pouring out of me, just so I can get some sleep. I no longer compare writing to bleeding a rock and for that alone Nancy, you have my absolute gratitude! Thank you so much for enabling me through your knowledge, to gift myself writing!”
- Jessica Clarke
"I am so enjoying the course. I have always wanted to write and have found, over the years, every excuse under the sun to not write. After reading through your material and the wonderful tips and suggestions I began on my three characters. I actually had to drag myself off to bed, reluctantly. I just couldn't stop."
- Laura McCarthy
“This course totally taught me how to be a writer. It was the best investment I have ever made.”
- Mary Jean Westerlund
“I find my writing flows better and ideas seem to flood into my brain. Since starting the course I have a new confidence when starting a piece of writing."
- Christine Henderson
“This course has taught me to be more focused and more serious about my writing. I have enjoyed the writing options at the end of each lesson. Absolutely thrilling to just pick up a pen and write. No more staring at a blank sheet of paper with the pen in my hand hovering over the paper. Thank you for giving me confidence in my writing and believing that I could do this!”
- Karen Cardwell
"I saw that my writing had improved 100%."
- Jill Gairdner
“I can't get over how I have changed in only 1 month. I am happier than I have been in a long time!”
- Mary Durso
"Thank you for a course that builds writing skills with direction to excellence. Everything was included, possibly more than college courses can offer."
- Janett Lee Wawrzyniak
“It has got me writing again, (something I had "lost" for about 4yrs). It has brought back to me my one "passion" in life that I have always loved.”
- Karen Connell
"One of my stories, "Bubble", has been published. If I hadn't taken your course I couldn't even imagine that. Many, many thanks for inspiring me."
- Rasheed
"Must say I'm SOO glad I opted into this class, it's been eye-opening on many levels."
- Courtenay Schurman
"I want to thank you for all of your support and the wonderful writing lessons that you provide. I have learned so much about the craft of writing and I am finally doing what my heart desires."
- Dorothy Anderson
Frequently asked questions
Here are some answers to questions you may have about the course:
Q: How/when will I get my lessons?
A: Your lessons will be sent to you by e-mail, once every 3 days for 69 days (24 lessons total). You should receive your first lesson within a few minutes after you confirm your course registration.
Q: What if I don't have time to do the lessons right now?
A: That's okay! Since this is a self-study course, you can complete the lessons on your own schedule. There is no deadline for finishing the course.
Q: I live outside the U.S. Can I complete the course from my country?
A: Yes. Since the course is taught online, you can complete it from anywhere in the world.
Q: Is the course just for writing fiction, or is it also for writing poetry, articles, blog posts, essays, etc.?
A: The course is focused on fiction. If you're not interested in writing stories or novels, then the course will not be as relevant to you.
Q: Is this just a one-time payment?
A: Yes, the price listed on this page is a one-time payment. There are no recurring fees associated with this course.
Q: What if I don't understand something in one of the lessons?
A: No worries. You can email us, and a teacher will answer your questions about the course.
Q: How soon do I have to decide?
A: We are limiting course registration, and we expect the course to fill up quickly. If you're interested, it's better to sign up now.
Q: What if my question was not answered here?
A: Please just send us an e-mail, and we'll be delighted to answer all your questions.
Try the course risk-free
If you change your mind during the first two weeks after you sign up, you can ask for a full refund.
SIGN UP NOW
The Craft of Fiction - Includes 24 email lessons with assignments and the chance to ask a teacher general questions. Feedback on assignments is not available for this course. Total price: $87
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- Toni Morrison
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