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Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned professional, I have the resources here to:
Help you hone your craft
Guide your career as an author
And ensure you live a happy, healthy creative life.
Many of my resources are available completely for free, just as they always have been since I first began blogging way back in 2009. You can access those free resources at the buttons below.
What’s Included for Members
- Multiple courses—including future ones!
- How I Write a Novel, Beginners: This course introduces writers to what I do—step by step—whenever I write a new book.
- How I Write a Novel, Advanced: This two-hour video workshop walks writers through the more advanced, intuitive method I follow when writing.
- Guide to Revising a Novel, Beginners, which is for anyone new to editing their work or anyone who meeds more structure when they dive into revision.
- Revisions in Action, Advanced, in which I walk you through my actual revisions for a novel!
- Hundreds of archived newsletters on the craft of writing, the path to getting published, the life of an author, maintaining motivation, work-life balance, and beyond!
- Access to all Workbooks—including future ones!
- Writing an Effective Query Letter: this guidebook walks you step by step through the creation of a strong query letter as well as how to research an agent.
- 90-day Free Access to my Misfits & Daydreamers newsletter, which I have been running since 2014 for writers everywhere.
- This is NOT a subscription model! You only have to pay once to gain access to all current and future materials.
Testimonials
“For more than a decade, Susan has provided high-quality, useful writing advice for thousands of writers. Her academy is a goldmine of information and practical tips that will benefit any writer, whether they’re new or extremely experienced — or anywhere in between. If you have a question about it, chances are, Susan has talked about it.”
– Jodi Meadows, New York Times Bestselling Author
“Kind, patient, and incredibly analytical in her approach, Susan Dennard breaks down each element of writing and publishing in a step-by-step manner, with practical examples of what works and what doesn’t. When I get stuck, I often go back to re-read her treasure trove of tips and advice.”
– Tanaz Bhathena, Award-Winning Author
“Susan’s comprehensive writing advice and resources have been a lifeline for writers new and old. it’s like reading a supportive letter from a friend who knows what you’re going through and has an idea for how to fix it—even if it’s just letting you know you’re not alone.”
– Kamilah Cole, bestselling author
“Not only has Susan’s insight helped me figure out how to write YA novels, her books played a major part in inspiring me to write them in the first place. I’m 11 novels in. You can be too.”
– Eric Smith, Literary Agent and Author
“I have frequently and faithfully been referencing Susan Dennard’s writing advice for the entirety of my career (and many years before it officially began). I always point aspiring authors in her direction regarding everything from synopses to story structure. She is the source for all things writing, craft, and career.”
– Nicki Pau Preto, Award-Winning Author
“No matter my writing questions, Susan Dennard always has the answer. She thinks so deeply about craft, and teaches in a way that works for everyone, no matter their approach, or where they’re at in their writing journey.”
– Amie Kaufman, New York Times Bestselling Author
“Susan’s writing advice has helped me numerous times over the years. (I still use her “how to write a synopsis” guide for every project I tackle.) Her tone is friendly and conversational, her examples are always informative, and the range of topics she covers is vast. I learn a bit more about craft (and my own writing) every time I read one of her posts. Academy is an invaluable resource to writers at all stages!”
– Erin Bowman, Award-Winning Author
“Susan’s writing advice has been invaluable whenever I’ve struggled with writer’s block or a plot that needs untangling. Her advice is insightful and helpful no matter the genre.”
– Elizabeth Davis, Author