Essay Writing Classes
San Francisco
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4 classes with availability
Essay & Opinion Writing Level 1 (Online)
Gotham Writers Workshop See all classes by this school
Discover the practices of effective, compelling essay and opinion writing in this workshop. Explore different forms of viewpoint writing, from personal essays to op-eds, and build essential writing craft techniques.
Dec 1st
12am–11:45pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Jan 12th
12am–11:45pm ET
Meets 2 Times
Online Flash Fiction
The Writers Studio See all classes by this school @ Interactive online classroom
Are you curious about this very short story form? Do you have a story you want to tell in about 1,000 words? Flash fiction is a fun challenge for any writer, and it’s a great way to explore different narrative styles and techniques. In this six-week class, we’ll look at several examples of very short fiction. Each week, you will write a short, complete prose piece modeled on a writer’s example. The teacher chooses these exercises from a variety...
Nov 4th
6–8:30pm ET
Meets 6 Times
NY Times Worthy Personal Essay with Brett Paesel
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Dream of placing a personal essay in The New York Times? Let Brett Paesel, a "Modern Love" contributor, walk you through the process. In this workshop, you'll learn the unspoken expectations of the format, receive expert feedback, and shape a polished essay ready for submission. Ideal for writers looking to break into prestigious publications and lift their personal storytelling.
Nov 15th
2–5pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Nov 16th
5:30–8:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Feb 8th
5:30–8:30pm PT
Meets 5 Times
Feb 21st
2–5pm PT
Meets 5 Times
NY Times Worthy Personal Essay 101 with Brett Paesel
Writing Pad See all classes by this school
Discover how to write a compelling personal essay with expert guidance from a published author. The course teaches you how to turn everyday experiences into powerful narratives, with strategies for crafting stories that catch the attention of major publications. Begin your path toward an essay worthy of outlets like the New York Times or Salon.
Nov 2nd
5:30–8:30pm PT
Feb 1st
5:30–8:30pm PT