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Intensive Deadlines

Looking for greater continuity and an immersive, intensive exploration of craft for your writing project? Our advanced programs are a great place to do just that in a supportive community that offers regular feedback.

Check below for more information about all of our upcoming intensive programs and apply before the deadline on Monday, July 27th!

Novel Generator

Ready to write your novel? The Novel Generator with instructor Marjan Kamali helps students at all levels complete a first draft of a novel. Learn more about the support, accountability, and feedback you'll receive in this nine-month program.

Short Story Incubator

Spanning 8 months, the Short Story Incubator with instructor Ron MacLean is designed to help you move your short stories from “workshop good” to publishable quality. Learn more about this competitive, accessible – and repeatable – MFA-level course.

Essay Incubator

The Essay Incubator with instructor Ethan Gilsdorf is a program for all different types of essayists
interested in drafting, revising, and publishing your essays. Over the course of eight-months, you'll deepen your understanding of essay craft while gaining practical insight and advice on publishing. Learn more and apply here.

Memoir Generator

Is this the year you write your memoir? Get started in the Memoir Generator with instructor Michelle Seaton. Click here to learn how this unique nine-month program will encourage your exploration and memoir writing process.

Writing to Heal Program

In our new six-month Writing to Heal Program with instructor Jennifer Crystal, nonfiction writers will explore how the writing process can serve as a healing tool for adversity and trauma. Apply today and get ready to work on your own healing narratives in a supportive workshop environment.