Novel Writing Courses and Certifications

Write Your First Novel

340 ratings at Coursera

Comprehensive guide to writing a 50,000-word novel in 26 weeks, covering idea generation, character development, chapter writing, and manuscript completion. Includes peer reviews and table reads.

• Coursera
• 5 days 7 hours 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Write a Bestselling Novel in 15 Steps (Writing Mastery)

4193 ratings at Udemy

Discover the secret storytelling code behind all successful novels and use it to outline, write, or revise your own

• Udemy
• 3 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Novel Writing Workshop

1826 ratings at Udemy

Turn your idea into a published novel, step by step. Includes 27 video lessons!

• Udemy
• 4 hours 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Write a Novel Outline from Scratch (Novel Writing Success)

586 ratings at Udemy

Write a complete novel outline in this detailed outlining course for writers of all levels. Start writing yours now!

• Udemy
• 3-4 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sell Your Novel to a Major Publisher (Writing Mastery)

365 ratings at Udemy

A comprehensive step-by-step guide to getting an agent, publishing your book traditionally, and being paid to write

• Udemy
• 5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Novel bootcamp; imagine, plan and start writing that book!

226 ratings at Udemy

Get started on your novel and learn creative writing techniques from a prize winning author and creative writing teacher

• Udemy
• 2-3 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Brainstorm Your Next Novel!

157 ratings at Udemy

The guide to unlocking the powers of your imagination and letting new stories flow more easily when you write.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Edit Your Novel the Right Way!

85 ratings at Udemy

Learn the tricks and techniques to turning your rough draft into a thing of beauty.

• Udemy
• 1-2 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

How to Write An Awesome Thriller or Horror Novel

75 ratings at Udemy

Learn to craft compelling thriller and horror novels, from idea generation to publication, with techniques for character development, genre-specific storytelling, and effective writing strategies.

• Udemy
• 4-5 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Microcredential

How to Write a Novel: Edit & Revise

Discover story analysis strategies and rewriting tools, develop a concrete plan for creating a more accomplished draft and explore what it takes to attract agents, editors and readers.

• edX
• 6 weeks, 4-8 hours a week
• 7th Jan, 2025
• Paid Course

Write a Bestselling Novel in 15 Steps

221 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Learn the storytelling structure at the heart of almost all great novels. Explore the 15 essential beats, or plot points, that compel readers to keep turning the page.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 3 hours 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Novel Writing: Creating Loveable Characters in 5 Easy Steps

Learn to craft compelling characters for your novel using 5 simple techniques. Develop relatable, goal-driven protagonists that captivate readers and drive your story forward.

• Skillshare
• 18 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Zero Draft: How to Start Writing a Novel

Learn how to transform an initial book idea into a physical plot board filled with scenes and different versions of the entire story

• Domestika
• 1 hour 57 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Sell Your Novel to a Major Publisher

98 ratings at LinkedIn Learning

Get an insider's guide to selling your book and becoming a paid, published author.

• LinkedIn Learning
• 5 hours 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Children's Novel Writing for Beginners

Learn to create contemporary and vibrant fiction for young readers, inspired by your memories.

• Domestika
• 1 hour 39 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course