Compliments from the Writers' Program
To support our writing community during the developing Covid-19 situation, the Writers’ Program has decided to offer a variety of one-day courses as FREE online seminars this quarter!
Click any of the buttons below, then select the “View Course Options,” followed by “Enroll” and follow the prompts to register.
Please note that the enrollment period opens two weeks before the start date of that particular course.
All About "Killing Eve" with Joel Thompson
Take a deep dive into one of TV’s most critically acclaimed hits to unpack what makes it a well-written and powerful example of contemporary television.
Saturday, April 30, 2022
10:00AM – 1:00PM PT
Inclusive Screenwriting with Julia Camara
Learn why and how to write responsibly about characters with rich, complex identities in this course designed to maximize representation of voices and stories in film and television.
Saturday, June 11, 2022
10:00AM – 1:00PM PT
Poetry as Self-Portrait with Rosebud Ben-Oni
Learn how poets apply the concept of the self-portrait to their work and begin your own drafts.
Interview Tips, Tricks, and Techniques with Roberta Wax
Strengthen interview skills in this three-hour introductory class.
Character Arcs, the Lifeblood of Your Story with John Henry Davis
Learn how your characters’ journeys form the backbone of your story.
Screenplay Competition Panel - WP NOW Members Only
Publishing During the Pandemic: Webinar
Learn about the current state of the publishing industry in this roundtable of experts.
Résumé Writing Basics with Scott Eagan
Transform your resume into a powerful tool that will get you noticed in a competitive job market.
Freelancing for Editors - One Day with Jeanne De Vita
Adapting Literature, Myths, and Fairy Tales with Kim Askew
Use familiar tales and stories as a jumping off point to craft your own young adult novel.