ISD 279 - Osseo Area Schools Community Education

This is an online class held via Zoom. Please make sure you have a current email on file so we can send you the link and PDF handouts prior to class.

This intensive course provides a schedule of crafting a novel from start to finish, which you can finish in as little as 90 days! This class will also help you stay motivated throughout the journey. You will learn how to:

select your novel genre and develop a compelling premise

create multidimensional characters and immersive settings

craft a detailed plot outline

manage your time to keep your writing flow consistent

combat common roadblocks including writer’s block

master the art of self-editing: refining your plot, and fixing pacing, dialogue, and characterization problems.

receive constructive criticism from beta readers

explore publishing options

By the end of this class, you will know how to complete your novel and have the knowledge and confidence to move forward with the publishing process. The instructor LeeAnne Krusemark is a former journalist, current author and editor, and a nationwide Professor of Publishing at higher learning institutions, including Harvard Adult Education. Informative handouts for future use are included in class fee. The webinar login information will be emailed the day before class.