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Online - 7/9/2013
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You've taken your young adult manuscript as far as you can, but there's another level to reach before securing a book deal. This workshop is for writers who are seeking to do the serious revision that will bring a good idea to its fullest realization.
In this intensive workshop -- limited to 12 students -- you'll hone your story arc, character development, setting, voice, point of view, level of diction, and every element of your manuscript. Each week you will receive detailed feedback from the instructor and your classmates as you work toward polishing your YA or middle grade manuscript for submission to agents and book publishers. You'll learn how to navigate the publishing world to be in the best position to get published.
By the end of class, you will have:
Up to 80 polished pages of your young adult novel and steps for submitting it to literary agents.
This class is purely workshop-based and does not contain written lectures.
Admission Requirements:
This class is for students working toward a polished manuscript. Apply with a note to explain your interest in this topic and goals for the course. Please include a two-page writing sample.
The online classroom has several components:
- Discussion: Join a weekly live, interactive discussion via IM and video
- Assignments: Complete homework and receive instructor feedback
- Forums: Exchange resources, meet peers, and ask your instructor questions
Course Syllabus
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View a sample syllabus for the class here.
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Instructor
Most recently, Micol signed a two-book deal with Egmont US for her novel family, a fictionalized look at the Manson family murders of 1969, and an unnamed book project to come. She has written more than 40 published works for children, tweens, and teens.
Click here to listen to a podcast with Micol about writing and her YA course.
Micol Ostow's Courses
Young Adult Novel Writing: Master Class – (Starts September 10)
Testimonials
Micol was a thorough, well-prepared, and joyful instructor. She openly shared her experiences as a writer.
-- Joanne Donovan"I had an idea for a book when I stepped into Micol's class, but she taught me how to flesh it out and make it into an actual novel.After a few of her classes and numerous revisions, I was able to send my book out into the world - and recently signed with an amazing literary agent!" -- Danielle Rumore
"I've been trying finish my book for years, and this class helped me focus on completing it. I've met several editors and agents through the class. None of this would have happened without Micol. Micol = Awesome." -- Darci Manley
"Micol is one of those teachers you're lucky to find. With her guidance, I landed a four book deal while taking her class." -- Shani Petroff
"Micol is the best. If you're serious about writing a young adult novel, I highly recommend her course." -- Taylor Morris
"Thanks to Micol's guidance, I've finished my novel and am shopping it to agents. I couldn't have done it without this class -- and especially Micol!" -- Jocelyn Davies
"Micol inspires with her sense of story, her knowledge of the industry, and her ability to elicit the best. She takes students through a spin of her rolodex, inviting fellow published authors, editors, and marketers as guest speakers." -- Melita Garza
"I'm taking the class again because I've come to rely on all the great feedback she, and the class, gives." -- Molly Reisner
"Micol's class is perfect for the writer that wants to walk away with a finished manuscript." -- Alecia Whitaker Pace
"I'd recommend Micol's class in a heartbeat. By the end of the course, you'll have a huge number of pages, a good sense of the business, and a cadre of supportive and creative fellow writers." -- Lisa Selin Davis
