Advanced Writing Seminar

Advanced Writing Seminar programs are immersive one- or two-week pre-college experiences for dedicated teen writers. Our flagship program is the two-week residency in NYC with a multi-genre portfolio curriculum. We also have a two-week Novel Writing program online.

Advanced Writing Seminar: Online Novel Writing

Monday, July 28th to Friday, August 8th, 2025

Join authors and Writopia leaders Rita Feinstein (DC Regional Manager) and Léna Roy (Director of Teen Programs) for a two week Novel Writing Intensive from the comfort of your own home.

This Novel Writing workshop is open to all stages of novelists. Whether you already have a complete draft or are just starting one, we will explore the elements of story and the literary tools needed to guide and optimize your process. You will start by creating a log line (elevator pitch) that will become the North Star for the novel, and then delve deep into character and story development. By the end of the two weeks, writers will have a killer first chapter, peers to serve as beta readers, and (at the very least) detailed chapter synopses to give you the confidence to finish.

Time: Monday through Friday, 1 PM to 4 PM Eastern Time (No workshops on Saturday or Sunday)
Tuition: $1390 (includes additional staff feedback and manuscript review). Limited financial aid is available. To apply for aid, please email financialaid@writopialab.org with a copy of your tax returns and a brief statement of need.

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