Online Writing Courses for Beginners

Basic Courses

Our basic online writing courses for beginners are ideal for adult writers aiming to master the craft of writing and marketing short stories and articles for magazines. Students target the adult demographic, across their chosen genres. Throughout the course, students receive personalized feedback directly on their manuscripts—similar to how an editor works with a professional writer. Our online writing courses for beginners provide a level of customized instruction exceptionally effective in helping writers refine their craft and find their path to publication.

Breaking Into Print

Our signature, most comprehensive course.

Define personal writing niche and goals
Master essential writing and revision techniques
Create standout query letters
Pinpoint publishers suited for your writing

Assignments: 12 | Time: 2 years | Tuition: $1,816 or $79/month

Basics of Writing Stories &
Articles for Publication

A compact, economical version of Breaking into Print.

Learn fundamentals of writing stories and articles

Explore effective submission strategies

Identify markets for your manuscripts

Assignments: 8 | Time: 18 months | Tuition: $1,220 or $79/month

Advanced Course

*Requires Writing Sample

An advanced level program designed to help students not only improve their writing skills but also develop a framework for crafting compelling novels. This program is ideal for intermediate and advanced adult writers looking to take their novel idea from concept to reality. A writing sample is required for course eligibility.

Shape, Write, & Sell Your Novel

Develop a working plot summary
Complete the first three chapters of your novel
Prepare a submission package including a synopsis and query letter to a chosen publisher

Assignments: 8 | Time: 18 months | Tuition: $1,515 or $79/month

The courses helped me in many ways but I would highlight two specific ways. They helped me refine my writing techniques and find my voice.

-Rick Merfeld

IFW Graduate

IFW has been a life changing experience for me that I recommend to any person looking to break into print, gain some confidence, and finally write that novel!

-Wendy Bledsoe