Writing Science Fiction & Fantasy

Build unforgettable worlds, create compelling speculative fiction, and master the craft of writing stories that transport readers to places they’ve never imagined. With personal feedback from Steve Alcorn.

USA Today best-selling author · 29 books · 100,000+ students · 25 years teaching

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What’s Included

Everything you need to write, polish, and publish your novel.

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28 Video Lectures

Over 5 hours of focused instruction covering every stage of the novel-writing process.

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Personal Feedback from Steve

Post your writing in the discussion areas and get direct feedback from Steve Alcorn, not a TA, not a bot. Steve reads every post and responds personally.

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Manuscript Evaluation Checklist

The same 25-point checklist Steve’s students use to evaluate protagonist, story structure, plot, and writing quality.

When you post your writing, Steve reads it and responds personally. That’s what makes Writing Academy different from every other online course.Steve Alcorn is a USA Today best-selling author of 30 books and has taught more than 100,000 aspiring authors over 25 years through 1,500+ college partnerships.

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What You’ll Learn

Six steps from blank page to published book.

Build Your World

Create believable, immersive settings. From alien planets to magical kingdoms. Learn the rules of worldbuilding that make speculative fiction feel real.

Create Your Characters

Build protagonists who belong in extraordinary worlds, with relatable motivations, genuine stakes, and the agency to drive your story forward.

Structure Your Story

Master story structure for speculative fiction: balancing worldbuilding with pacing, weaving exposition naturally, and building to an epic climax.

Write Your Manuscript

Scene and sequel, dialogue in invented worlds, viewpoint, managing complex plots, and the craft of making the impossible feel inevitable.

Polish Your Manuscript

The “Write Big” and “Write Well” techniques that turn a flat draft into a sparkling, publishable manuscript.

Get Published

Navigate the sci-fi/fantasy market: agents, publishers, self-publishing, conventions, and building your author platform in speculative fiction.

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What Students Say

Over 1,000 students have taken this course.

“This workshop was more comprehensive and helpful than the four years I spent in college as an English/Writing major. The value of this class is literally equivalent to all my student loans. Steve will even answer your questions the same day you ask them.”
Jason

“If you don’t take this class, you may be one of the 99% who don’t ever reach that goal you dream of. If you do take this course and absorb it, it is far more likely to reach that 1% who do.”
Rich

“I’ve been writing since I was a child, own every book on writing known to man, taken numerous classes and seminars. This is by far the easiest, most understandable information on writing I’ve ever heard. It has given me the confidence I need to get through the dreaded ACT II.”
Kim

“The instructor’s teaching style and the course’s lesson plan is top notch! He provides clear examples and then gives homework that you can apply to your own creations. Lots of useful information.”
Blaine

“This is an excellent course. After the first couple of lessons, I already knew where I had gone wrong in my writing and how to fix it. I am once again inspired to keep on writing.”
Darcy

“This class was life-changing when it comes to my ability to structure and complete a work of fiction. It answered all my questions and forced me to get to work on my idea. All around fantastic, worth every penny!”
L. Morrison

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

Anyone who wants to write a novel, whether you’re just starting, stuck in the middle, or revising a finished draft. No experience required.

How long do I have access?

If you purchase the course, you own it for life. If you subscribe to the bundle, you have access to all of our courses for the duration of your subscription.

Do I really get personal feedback?

Yes. Every lesson has a discussion area. Post your work and Steve responds personally, usually within hours.

What if I’m not happy?

30-day money-back guarantee, no questions asked. If the course isn’t right for you, you get a full refund.

Can I just get this one course?

Yes. Enroll above for lifetime access to this course. Or, if you want all 20 Writing Academy courses, the Author’s Success Bundle gives you everything for one low monthly fee.

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Lifetime access to all 28 video lectures
28 discussion areas with personal feedback from Steve
Downloadable handouts and exercises
Manuscript Evaluation Checklist
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