Class Description
So, you want to write a novel! In this class, designed for writers embarking on a new fiction project, we'll work together to understand what makes a novel work—and how you might translate that knowledge to your own pages. Over the course of six weeks, students will generate new material based on prompts for in-class and at-home writing. For inspiration and guidance, we'll read one novel together over the course of the class, using the text to discuss elements of fiction such as point of view, character, conflict, and setting.
Throughout, we’ll check in about struggles and victories, share strategies for staying motivated, and build momentum together. Writers will have the chance to share work with their peers, but our focus will be on generative writing and mutual support rather than critique or workshopping. By the end of the course, you’ll have a collection of new scenes, along with the craft skills, insight, and energy to keep going.
Driving to the center? For evening or weekend classes, we recommend SP+ Parking at 45 Binford Street for the most affordable parking around. It's about a 10-minute walk to GrubStreet and offers a flat rate of:
- $13 after 4pm Monday-Friday
- $9 all day Saturday-Sunday
Writing Roadmap: We've created a simple, goal-based writing roadmap to help you find the perfect GrubStreet course for your writing needs.
Thanks to the excellent literary citizenship of our donors, scholarships are available for all GrubStreet classes. To apply, click the gray "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP" button. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must complete your application at least one week before the start date of a class. Please await our scholarship committee's decision before registering for the class. We cannot hold spots in classes, so the sooner you apply, the better. Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively.
For more detailed information about GrubStreet scholarships, including how to contribute to scholarship funds for other students, click here.
This class will take place in-person at our Center for Creative Writing in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
Covid-19 Update:
GrubStreet's space will be mask-optional when Boston's Covid-19 Community Level is low or medium. When the Covid-19 Community Level is high, our space will require masks. Please check GrubStreet's Covid-19 page for the latest info on masking and Community Levels before visiting in person.
Space Accessibility:
Our space is ADA accessible with automatic door openers, ADA-compliant restrooms, desk and table spacing, braille signage, and elevator. Our classrooms can be equipped with ALS for hard of hearing individuals. We cannot guarantee a scent-free environment. For more accessibility requests, please contact our Operations team at [email protected] or (617) 695-0075.