Small group courses providing writers with expert instruction where they can receive personalized feedback, deepen their skills, and build creative community.
Upcoming Session: March 9 – April 26, 2026
What’s Included in each 6-week Master Class:
Weekly 2-hour group video calls with the Instructor.
Genre-specific instruction and personal feedback.
5 pre-recorded modules with assignments
Upcoming Master Classes:
Mastering Historical Fiction: Weaving Fact and Imagination to Create a Compelling Story
with Heather Moore
Writing Novels for Tweens and Teens: Mastering Connection in this Big Wide World
With Kiri Jorgenson
The Sweetest Thing: Writing Romance with Chemistry, Humor, and Depth
with Krista Jensen
“Write, For These Words Are True and Faithful”: Writing Nonfiction with a Doctrinal Emphasis
with Whitney Hemsath
Crafting Meaningful Latter-day Saint Nonfiction: A Critique Workshop for Religious Books in Progress
with D. John Butler
FAQ’s about Master Classes
What benefits come from the Master Class programs?
- Connecting with an experienced professional.
- Creating a plan for your creative project.
- A time to dedicate to your creative project.
- Accountability each week to move forward.
- Skip the Slush Pile offer – Previously offered by Shadow Mountain and Chicken Scratch Books.
- Connection with other LDS creators.
What are the features of the Master Class program?
Live video sessions each week (in the evening or on Saturday).
Access to free Topics in Publishing courses w/weekly live Q&A with the presenters.
What is the format of the classes?
You will have live weekly sessions with your instructor via zoom each week for 2 hours.
Participants will meet weekly live via zoom to dive deep into the content. There will be homework, peer reviews, and feedback from your instructor.
What are the Master Class outcomes?
While each class will have its own specific outcomes, the overall outcome of all Master Classes is to have a work ready for publication, or a plan to create “the thing.” (i.e. podcast, music, etc.)