Everything you wish you’d learned in school. Our workshops cover all from big-picture goals to the tiny details that can take your writing from good to great. Join us for an upcoming event, work with our team to plan your customized workshop, or become a member to take any of our past courses at your own pace. To plan your customized workshop, contact us!
Writing Irresistible Picture Books
The best fiction on shelves today is character driven. Knowing what interiority is helps, but it's only part of the battle. Learn how to develop your protagonist with actionable advice that you can add to your writing toolbox today.
StorySnobs Pitch Contest
Premise is where most stories are a nonstarter. What makes for a good story? What elements make it irresistible? At StorySnobs, our editors put your pitch submissions to the test. We’ll tell you whether there’s a story there and how to level it up.
Writing An Irresistible Query Workshop
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
May Read Like a Writer Book Club
MAY: Story Genius by Lisa Cron
For aspiring and published writers, this book club is all about reading like a writer. We read some writing and creativity reference books, but also interesting fiction projects that we can analyze with a craft-focused eye. Join us!
April Read Like a Writer Book Club
APRIL: On Writing by Stephen King
For aspiring and published writers, this book club is all about reading like a writer. We read some writing and creativity reference books, but also interesting fiction projects that we can analyze with a craft-focused eye. Join us!
Editor AMA
Every AMA (“ask me anything”) session is different! Bring your writing, revision, and publishing questions to our experienced panel of editors, and get answers to your most burning queries about writing and the book industry.
Writing An Irresistible Query Workshop
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
Writing Irresistible First Pages
There’s a lot of pressure on those opening novel pages. Here’s how to start your story in a compelling way, avoid common mistakes, and catch the attention of an agent or publisher in the slush.
Read Like a Writer Book Club
Before & After the Book Deal by Courtney Maum
For aspiring and published writers, this book club is all about reading like a writer. We read some writing and creativity reference books, but also interesting fiction projects that we can analyze with a craft-focused eye. Join us!
Story Mastermind: Outline Intensive Preview
This unique webinar is designed to give serious novel and memoir writers a taste of our five-month Story Mastermind program, or the two-month summer Outline Intensive. In this webinar, we’ll preview our approach while workshopping your pitch submission!
Read Like a Writer Book Club
Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott
For aspiring and published writers, this book club is all about reading like a writer. We read some writing and creativity reference books, but also interesting fiction projects that we can analyze with a craft-focused eye. Join us!
Writing An Irresistible Query
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
StorySnobs Pitch Contest
Premise is where most stories are a nonstarter. What makes for a good story? What elements make it irresistible? At StorySnobs, our editors put your pitch submissions to the test. We’ll tell you whether there’s a story there and how to level it up.
How to Write Dialogue
Write dialogue that sounds natural and informs the story. Learn how dialogue combined with actions fleshes out the scene and informs the reader, without stating what’s obvious to the other characters. We’ll cover how to format dialogue to help the story’s pacing and keep the reader engaged.
Writing Character Interiority
The best fiction on shelves today is character driven. Knowing what interiority is helps, but it's only part of the battle. Learn how to develop your protagonist with actionable advice that you can add to your writing toolbox today.
Writing Irresistible First Pages
There’s a lot of pressure on those opening novel pages. Here’s how to start your story in a compelling way, avoid common mistakes, and catch the attention of an agent or publisher in the slush. In this presentation, you will hear a wealth of information about how to write successful, eye-catching first pages. This workshop is geared to novel and memoir writers of all categories, all genres, and for all age groups. (No picture books!) It lasts 1 hour including a live critique.
Rock Your Writing Goals
This inspiring, creative webinar is a great way to get in the right frame of mind for a successful writing year. There's advice here for writing, creativity, and living a more artistic life in general.
Good Story Book Club
Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Writing An Irresistible Query
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
Good Story Book Club
Within These Wicked Walls by Lauren Blackwood
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Good Story Book Club
The Spirit Glass by Roshani Chokshi
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Story Mastermind: Picture Book Workshop
This unique webinar is designed to give serious picture book writers a taste of our five-month Story Mastermind program. Our small group workshop intensive will allow you to learn from industry insiders, get rigorous feedback on your current drafts or planned manuscripts, and see the incredible impact that a community approach can have on your work.
Story Mastermind: Novel and Memoir Workshop
This unique webinar is designed to give serious novel and memoir writers a taste of our five-month Story Mastermind program. Our small group workshop intensive will allow you to learn from industry insiders, get rigorous feedback on your current draft or planned manuscript, and see the incredible impact that a community approach can have on your work.
Good Story Book Club
Gearbreakers by Zoe Hana Mikuta
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Plotting Dynamic Character Arc
How do you create compelling characters that resonate with readers? In our upcoming webinar, designed for both new and experienced fiction writers, we will explore the development of character arcs for your novel, emphasizing their significant role in crafting engaging and authentic narratives.
Writing An Irresistible Query
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
StorySnobs Pitch Contest
Premise is where most stories are a nonstarter. What makes for a good story? What elements make it irresistible? At StorySnobs, our editors put your pitch submissions to the test. We’ll tell you whether there’s a story there and how to level it up.
Good Story Book Club
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Writing Irresistible First Pages
There’s a lot of pressure on those opening novel pages. Here’s how to start your story in a compelling way, avoid common mistakes, and catch the attention of an agent or publisher in the slush. In this presentation, you will hear a wealth of information about how to write successful, eye-catching first pages. This workshop is geared to novel and memoir writers of all categories, all genres, and for all age groups. (No picture books!) It lasts 1 hour including a live critique.
Good Story Book Club
The Luis Ortega Survival Club by Sonora Reyes
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Social Media for Writers
Are you a writer struggling to build a strong social media presence or author platform? Do you want to effectively connect with your readers and build your authority as an aspiring or published author? Learn how to develop a successful social media strategy from Good Story Company’s Marketing Director. You'll also discover how to effectively hone your brand, and use it to make a lasting impression—without paying for followers or making common beginner marketing mistakes. Don't waste time, energy, and money on ineffective tactics—let us guide you towards a successful social media strategy.
Good Story Book Club
The Neighbor Favor by Kristina Forest
The first rule of book club is everyone talks about book club. Just kidding, there are no rules. We talk about what we like and don’t like, of course, but we also pay close attention to craft and talk about what works and what doesn’t work. We’re writers and editors in the industry, and we try to read like them, too!
Writing An Irresistible Query
Query letters are the most controversial topic in publishing. They’re your foot in the door in the slush pile, and a good one will launch you toward your publishing goals. Learn how to write a compelling query from a former literary agent, get advice for agent and publisher research, and discover some surprising submission dos and don’ts.
StorySnobs Pitch Contest
Premise is where most stories are a nonstarter. What makes for a good story? What elements make it irresistible? At StorySnobs, our editors put your pitch submissions to the test. We’ll tell you whether there’s a story there and how to level it up.