Master the art of creative writing and learn how to write novels, poems and screenplays in this free online course.

What are the elements of creative writing? A question like this has many answers and theorists have been trying to answer it since the times of Aristotle. Nevertheless, the basics of writing remain the same: use words to create a fascinating world in the minds of your readers. This course teaches you the essentials of creative writing, starting with its types and methods. We show you how to plan your writing schedule and get started.

The course then explains how to create compelling fictional characters. New writers don’t always appreciate the importance of characterisation but it plays a crucial role in determining how much readers care about your story, so we investigate the ins and outs of character development. How is a short story different from a novel? What is a short novel called? We provide the answers to such questions and many more in these writing classes.

The ‘rules’ for creative writing apply in many literary forms and media so we explain how they guide the creation of screenplays and poetry. This course helps you develop the confidence required to experiment with different types of writing. Whether you are a content specialist, student of literature, budding writer or work in the film or publishing industries, the tips and techniques described in this course add a valuable skill to your creative portfolio. Improving your creative writing skills can also help you communicate and open doors in the copywriting and marketing fields. Beyond these professional benefits, this course helps you to turn your creative ideas into reality. Sign up to learn how to write a novel in this creative writing course.