Creative Writing

After writing three critically acclaimed memoirs and a decade of teaching memoir workshops at every level, Elissa Altman has helped students face the elephant in every writer’s room: how to craft the stories that are most vital to them despite the voices that have told them not to. Permission is a master course, not only on how to craft memoir, but how to begin and keep going when you’ve been told you can’t, and how to how to give yourself permission to transcend the fear that keeps vital stories from being written.

Escaping from Eden will take you on a journey around the world and into the mythologies of ancient Sumeria, Mesoamerica, India, Africa, and Greece, to reveal a profound secret, hidden in plain sight in the text of the Bible.

)Aspiring writers often dream of completing a novel, but only a small percentage ever see it through to the end. After years of running successful writing workshops and navigating her own path to both traditional and self-publishing, Jo distils her tips and tricks in a practical no-nonsense step-by-step approach to novel writing. Find out for yourself how to make novel writing less daunting and more achievable this year. Whether you're stuck on chapter one or stalled midway through your book, this guide will help you go from procrastination to publication within 90 days.

FROM DREAM TO MANUSCRIPT: YOUR GUARANTEED PATH TO WRITING SUCCESS Have you always wanted to write a book but don't know where to start? Or perhaps you've tried multiple times only to abandon your project halfway through? "How to Write a Story" is more than just a manual—it's your detailed roadmap to turning your dream into reality. FINALLY, A METHOD THAT ACTUALLY WORKS This isn't another theoretical book about writing. It's a proven, practical system that guides you step-by-step, from your first idea to a complete manuscript ready for publication. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER IN THESE PAGES: ...

Writing To Heal - Edition OneWriting in a journal is powerful, cathartic and life-changing. Words have the power to heal and when you journal daily you will begin to see where and what you need to heal. Do you feel stuck? Do you want clarity? Do you want to write and journal in a positive way? Do you want to have fun with your journaling? Then Writing to Heal is for you… Writing to Heal takes you on a journey that asks you to first pick up your pen and write. To then reflect on what you have written and rewrite it with positive intention so that you change the story. In This Book, You ...

Did you ever wish you could tell a story that leaves others spellbound? Storytelling teacher and champion Margot Leitman will show you how! With a fun, irreverent, and infographic approach, this guide breaks a story into concrete components with ways to improve content, structure, emotional impact, and delivery through personal anecdotes, relatable examples, and practical exercises.

4 Free Bonuses: E-book on Growth Mindset, Habit Toolkit & More Writing for Kids: Inspiring Stories and Lessons on Creativity and Mental Toughness from Famous Storytellers and Authors Do you want to get fired up with the stories of famous authors? Success stories are as unique as snowflakes. No journey is the same. But they all share one trait: success isn’t handed to them on a silver platter. If you struggle with becoming the best in your field, you’re not alone. Thousands of people have had to find inner strength to push through hard moments and leave their mark in the world of ...

It is my passion to share the art of storytelling with the next generation, teaching them important aspects through fun games—learning, while they didn’t realise they are learning. I launched an after school club teaching this craft. It has been an enormous success. This book is the product of one activity from the club. A Collection of Clever, Fun, Short Stories Inspired by Children Learning the Craft of Storytelling. T. P. Heath is a screenwriter and author of over twenty novels, mostly thrillers under the name Tim Heath, and the author of the Twiggy Rattlesnake series.

When nineteen-year-old huntress Feyre kills a wolf in the woods, a terrifying creature arrives to demand retribution. Dragged to a treacherous magical land she knows about only from legends, Feyre discovers that her captor is not truly a beast, but one of the lethal, immortal faeries who once ruled her world.

When we’re writing a book, we need inspiration, and we need the “how-to” pieces that we were never taught in school. Start Writing Your Book Today provides both. Over the last 10 years as a writing coach, Morgan has developed a blend of mindset and mechanics to help authors through feeling stuck and into power writing through their books. In this book, Morgan shares her methods with you, so that you can step up and become the writer you know you’re meant to be.

Ignite Your Imagination with 200 Days of Gothic: Writing Prompts for gothic, dark romance, cosmic horror and paranormal storytelling! Unleash your inner storyteller with 200 Days of Gothic: Writing Prompts! Perfectly crafted for writers, enthusiasts, and dark fiction lovers alike, this book is your ultimate guide to conjuring up tales that will haunt your readers after the sun comes up. Dive into a treasure trove of eerie, twisted, strange and enchanting prompts designed to spark creativity and bring your most spine-chilling ideas to life. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting ...

THE ONLY WRITING PROMPT GUIDE YOU’LL EVER NEED! You’re stuck on what to write so check out some writing prompts to spur your creativity. But they don’t help you out of your writing rut…sure, there are some neat ideas but none of them actually lead to a story. That’s because writing prompts all too often miss a key element: conflict. Conflict is the heart of every story, and without it you’re just writing a journal entry. Storystarters presents more than 200 writing prompts centered on exciting and interesting conflicts for your protagonist to solve. The prompts are divided among...

Natalie Goldberg has been writing for the past fifty years. But at the beginning of the pandemic, she suddenly wasn’t able to write anymore. Her imaginative wellspring had dried up, and she was forced to ask herself: what do I do when what has always worked for me doesn’t work anymore? In this beautifully written, inspiring personal account, Natalie shares her harrowing journey out of creative paralysis and back onto the page.

Struggling to write powerful, engaging scenes in your novel? Mastering Your Scenes is the ultimate scene writing workbook for fiction writers, designed to banish writer’s block and help you write compelling, well-structured scenes with clarity and purpose. Whether you're a new author or a seasoned novelist, this fiction writing workbook gives you the tools to build scenes that drive your story forward and keep readers turning the page. Inside, you'll discover a practical, repeatable method for mastering each essential element of great scene writing. ✅ What You’ll Learn: How to write ...

Unlock the Secrets of Fear. Master the Mechanics of Dread. Whether you’re crafting a pulse-pounding thriller or slow-burning supernatural horror, Writing Suspense and Horror is your complete guide to gripping your reader—and never letting go. This comprehensive handbook takes you deep into the psychology of fear and the structure of tension. Learn how to create unforgettable characters, build dread scene by scene, and design plots that twist, tighten, and terrify. From atmospheric worldbuilding to heart-stopping finales, this book covers everything from genre history to hands-on craft. ...

Ready to build a fairy tale? First, you’ll need the right tools. Open this title in the Writer’s Toolbox series and discover plenty of tips and tools to get you started. Soon you’ll be writing magical adventures like a pro!

Dive into the captivating world of "Poetry Unleashed" and embark on a transformative journey through the mesmerizing power of words. This enchanting anthology invites readers to experience the raw emotions, evocative imagery, and profound insights found within the artistry of poetry. Within the pages of "Poetry Unleashed," you will discover a diverse collection of poems that explore the depth and breadth of the human experience. From the bittersweet melodies of love and heartbreak to the triumphant verses of resilience and self-discovery, each poem unveils a new facet of our shared humanity...

Slip into the extraordinary world of Mr. Joe, where words transcend the page, weaving together memories, dreams, and the relentless pursuit of understanding life’s deepest mysteries. This book is more than just a collection of stories; it’s a journey through time, identity, and the very essence of what it means to be human. With a blend of flash fiction, lyric essays, character sketches, and monologues, Joseph Santiago explores the intricate dance between reality and imagination, leaving readers with a sense of connection that resonates long after the last page is turned. Whether ...

You can wish your cousin a happy birthday. You can share the latest news from school. You can ask your favorite basketball star for playing tips. You can write great letters and emails!

At just over 5,000 years old, writing is actually a relatively recent invention. It has become so central to the way we communicate and live, however, that it often seems as if writing has always existed. But the question remains: Who invented writing, and why?In these 24 fascinating lectures, you'll trace the remarkable saga of the invention and evolution of "visible speech," from its earliest origins to its future in the digital age.