Learn to Write From a
Best-Selling Author
I’ve helped over 100,000 writers turn their ideas into finished, published books.
Let me show you how.
Let me show you how.
USA Today Best-Selling Author · 29 Books · 25 Years Teaching · 1,500+ College Partnerships
What Do You Want to Write?
Pick a genre to explore courses, classes, and books.
- 📖Novel WritingYour first novel starts here
- 🔍MysteryClues and twists
- ✏️Short StoriesPower with fewer words
- 🚀Sci-Fi & FantasyBuild unforgettable worlds
- 😱Suspense & HorrorTension, dread, and terror
- 😂ComedyMake readers laugh
- 💕RomanceLove stories that sell
- 🧒Children’s BooksBabies to middle grade
- 🌟Young AdultStories that speak to teens
- 📝Non-FictionPlan, write, and publish
- ✈️Travel WritingTurn journeys into stories
- 📔MemoirYour story deserves telling
Steve’s Writing Guides
Available on Amazon in Kindle, paperback, hardcover, and audiobook.
What Students Say
“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
“By lesson 22, I already had a complete outline for my 20 chapter novel. If you’re a writer who needs a step-by-step guide, you MUST take this course. Instant five stars.”— Ahmad
“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.”— Kim
“I find myself racing with ideas after watching his videos. I’ve been writing some chapters, and people love what I’m writing! They beg me for more. When I’m published, I plan to mention that this was where I started.”— Tamara
“It has taken a few months, but my book is now finished and ready for publishing. Thanks to Steve and this course, the final draft is a significant improvement over the previous draft.”— Mike
“The teacher, Professor Alcorn, went over and above what anyone would reasonably expect. He responded to all posts promptly, sometimes within minutes. This course was excellent in every respect.”— J. Delaney
Ready to Publish?
Two paths to getting your book into readers’ hands.
📘 Do It Yourself
Steve’s Publish Your Book Now course walks you through every step of self-publishing on Amazon, including formatting, covers, metadata, and launch strategy.Take the Course →
🤝 Get Professional Help
Need an editor, cover designer, or formatting specialist? Reedsy connects you with vetted professionals who help indie authors get into print.Find a Pro on Reedsy →
Free Resources for Writers
No purchase required.
📬 Monthly Newsletter
Writing tips, craft articles, and news from Steve.Subscribe Free →
📝 Writing Blog
In-depth articles on craft, structure, publishing, and the business of writing.Read the Blog →
💬 Writer Community
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About Steve Alcorn
Steve Alcorn is the USA Today best-selling author of 29 books including mysteries, young adult novels, children’s books, and the acclaimed writer’s guide How to Fix Your Novel.He also founded Alcorn McBride Inc., the company that provides the audio and video systems used in nearly every major theme park in the world — from Disney and Universal to parks on six continents.For over 25 years, Steve has taught more than 100,000 aspiring authors how to structure their stories and get published. His courses have been offered at 1,500+ colleges through ed2Go and are available worldwide on Udemy, Skillshare, and Writing Academy.
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