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World-class online creative writing courses since 2009.

Work with industry gurus and inspiring academics to develop your writing as a cost-effective alternative to university study.

From first creative steps to publication, the literary novel to long-form journalism, memoir to therapeutic writing, we’ve got you covered.

Wherever you are, first-timer or MFA grad, for work or play, learn by doing in active, accessible small tutor groups.

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Who we work with

Why learn with us?

Work with writers who’ve been there and done it

Learn what you want

Master specific skills or dip into a new type of writing you've always wanted to try. You choose your learning goals and build up a medley of creative experiences tailored to fit you.

Be your creative best

Our industry experts are here to push you – whether you’re finessing an ambitious project or getting better at the basics. We’re here to reveal your hidden talents and help you become the best you can be.

Build lifelong connections

Here, writing isn’t solitary. Get support from professional writers and tutors as well as a close bunch of peers, building up a network of industry contacts.

Why online?

A digital campus

We’re a digital campus for a reason. After decades of working and teaching across different mediums, we assembled the most effective learning journey to help you take your writing to the next level.

No getting stuck in silence
You’re part of a digital community. Your circle of classmates, tutors and alumni are there when you need a second opinion.

Easier to commit
It’s simpler to squeeze in classes from your sofa than in person, especially when you’ve got a busy life.

A platform made for writing
This is the first digital platform specifically designed for teaching writing. Have your projects, reading materials, lessons and peers all in one place.

Our Experts

Get fired up

Hear from our professional family to see what’s possible.
If they’ve done it, why can’t you?

John Yorke

Narrative expert

Our experts

John Yorke is a drama producer, author and teacher who has spent 30 years studying how stories work and why we tell them. His long career in TV drama has given him the tools to identify the underlying shape common to all successful narratives — from drama to corporate reports.

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A.Y. Chao

Alum

Alumni stories

A.Y. Chao started her #1 Sunday Times bestselling debut novel Shanghai Immortal on our Work in Progress course with Faber Academy.

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Alumni publications

Published books from our course graduates

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