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- Level
- Mixed
- Basic and Premium Members Prices
- Subscriber Member Pricing: $35.00
- Basic Member Pricing: $40.00
- Category
- POV
- Voice
- Writer's Life
- Critique
- Class Length
- 4 Weeks
Many writers feel drawn to adult fiction but aren’t quite sure where—or how—to begin.
Perhaps you have story ideas swirling in your mind, characters who won’t leave you alone, or a
quiet longing to finally try your hand at fiction writing. If that sounds familiar, this workshop is
designed for you.
In Finding Your Voice in Adult Fiction, we’ll explore what it means to write stories for an adult
audience and how to confidently step into the rich, imaginative world of fiction. Whether you
are brand new to fiction, returning after a long break, or simply curious about expanding your
creative range, this workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space to experiment, learn,
and grow.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll be invited to write, reflect, and play with language. You won’t
just learn about fiction—you’ll actively create it. Through guided prompts and short writing
exercises, you’ll have opportunities to try different styles and tones, helping you discover which
type of storytelling feels most natural and exciting to you.
At the heart of this workshop is the understanding that adult fiction is wonderfully diverse. We
will examine four major genres of adult fiction—drama, comedy, romance, and action—each
with its own conventions, emotional beats, and creative possibilities. We’ll also explore how
many successful stories blend elements from multiple genres to add depth, complexity, and
broader appeal.
Unlike fiction written for younger audiences, adult fiction often engages with mature themes,
layered character development, emotional nuance, and moral ambiguity. In this workshop,
we’ll talk about how to craft characters who feel real, situations that resonate, and narratives
that invite readers to think, feel, and reflect.
Each week focuses on one genre, giving you time to explore its key elements while beginning to
shape your own ideas. If you already have a genre in mind, you’ll be encouraged to start
outlining and planning a longer work, such as a novel or novella. If you’re unsure, this workshop
gives you the freedom to experiment before committing.
Most importantly, this workshop is about discovering yourself as a writer. Writing fiction isn’t
just about technique—it’s about curiosity, courage, and learning to trust your creative instincts.
My goal is to help you build confidence, spark inspiration, and leave with practical tools you can
continue using long after the workshop ends.
This workshop is for every kind of writer—the cautious beginner, the curious dabbler, and the
writer ready to take the next step. Come prepared to learn, write, connect, and have fun.
Perhaps you have story ideas swirling in your mind, characters who won’t leave you alone, or a
quiet longing to finally try your hand at fiction writing. If that sounds familiar, this workshop is
designed for you.
In Finding Your Voice in Adult Fiction, we’ll explore what it means to write stories for an adult
audience and how to confidently step into the rich, imaginative world of fiction. Whether you
are brand new to fiction, returning after a long break, or simply curious about expanding your
creative range, this workshop offers a welcoming and supportive space to experiment, learn,
and grow.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll be invited to write, reflect, and play with language. You won’t
just learn about fiction—you’ll actively create it. Through guided prompts and short writing
exercises, you’ll have opportunities to try different styles and tones, helping you discover which
type of storytelling feels most natural and exciting to you.
At the heart of this workshop is the understanding that adult fiction is wonderfully diverse. We
will examine four major genres of adult fiction—drama, comedy, romance, and action—each
with its own conventions, emotional beats, and creative possibilities. We’ll also explore how
many successful stories blend elements from multiple genres to add depth, complexity, and
broader appeal.
Unlike fiction written for younger audiences, adult fiction often engages with mature themes,
layered character development, emotional nuance, and moral ambiguity. In this workshop,
we’ll talk about how to craft characters who feel real, situations that resonate, and narratives
that invite readers to think, feel, and reflect.
Each week focuses on one genre, giving you time to explore its key elements while beginning to
shape your own ideas. If you already have a genre in mind, you’ll be encouraged to start
outlining and planning a longer work, such as a novel or novella. If you’re unsure, this workshop
gives you the freedom to experiment before committing.
Most importantly, this workshop is about discovering yourself as a writer. Writing fiction isn’t
just about technique—it’s about curiosity, courage, and learning to trust your creative instincts.
My goal is to help you build confidence, spark inspiration, and leave with practical tools you can
continue using long after the workshop ends.
This workshop is for every kind of writer—the cautious beginner, the curious dabbler, and the
writer ready to take the next step. Come prepared to learn, write, connect, and have fun.
- Outline
- Week-by-Week Breakdown
Week One: An introduction to adult fiction, with a focus on dramatic storytelling and emotionally rich
narratives.
Week Two: Exploring comedic fiction—voice, timing, characterization, and the art of humor.
Week Three: An introduction to romance writing, including genre expectations and early planning for your
first novel.
Week Four: Action and adventure fiction, with an emphasis on pacing, tension, and dynamic characters.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a solid understanding of multiple genres, a clearer
sense of your creative direction, and the beginnings of an outline for your own work of adult
fiction.
I can’t wait to write with you and see where your stories lead.
- Class Format
- Savvy Authors' workshops are held on a forum: a bulletin board based system. You will receive a reminder notice one day prior to the start of the workshop that includes instructions on how to access the workshop forum. If you have not received instructions by the day the workshop begins, please check your spam filter.
The forum will be available the morning (EST) of the day the workshop starts and will remain accessible to all participants thereafter.
Please note that you do NOT need to be online at a specific time to access the lectures. This is NOT a live video based class.
