CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP
Fiction Writing Masterclass
A transformative 3-part journey from blank page to completed manuscript
Ready To Turn Your Dream Of Writing A Novel Into Reality?
Whether you’re just starting with a spark of an idea or you’ve got pages piling up but need help putting it all together, these fiction writing classes will guide you every step of the way.
We’ll break everything down into manageable, bite-sized pieces—from choosing your genre and creating a foundation in Level 1, to deepening characters and arcs in Level 2, all the way to polishing chapters and creating a satisfying ending in Level 3—taking you step-by-step with the knowledge and support you need to complete your novel.
Level 1 Classes Begin Soon!
Foundations of Fiction
Begin your fiction writing journey by mastering the essential building blocks. Learn to craft compelling characters, establish vivid settings, and develop the narrative voice that will define your unique style. This foundational class sets the stage for everything that follows.
Topics Covered:
Story ARC, Character Development, World Building, Narrative Voice, Genre Fit, Point Of View, Taglines
What’s Included:
8 Weekly Classes
Template Handouts
Digital Workbook
Digital Applications
One-on-One Feedback Session (15 min)
Choose Your Session:
Wednesdays: 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Classes Begin: TBD
Location: Ocala, Florida Area
Wednesdays: 6:30pm – 8:00pm
Classes Begin: TBD
Location: Ocala, Florida Area
Virtual Options Coming Soon!
Upcoming Classes
Level 2 – Crafting Your First Chapters
Now that you’ve built a solid foundation, it’s time to bring your story to life on the page! In this level, we’ll focus on crafting compelling opening scenes and chapters, honing every detail so your first 1–2 chapters hook readers right away. By the end, you’ll have polished pages you’re proud to share.
Level 3 – Completing Your First Draft
You’ve started strong—now let’s cross the finish line together! This level is all about tackling plot bumps, sharing struggles in a supportive group, and powering through to a complete first draft. You’ll also learn simple editing tools for polishing the first draft, plus next steps toward publication. You’ll end with a 1st draft manuscript and the confidence to take the next steps.
Meet The Instructor:
L.A. Arbuckle
L.A. is an award-winning screenwriter and novelist with over 20 years of writing experience including screenplays, TV scripts, commercials, songs, self-help books, and her recently published novel, Conditional Love.
Her passion for teaching stems from a desire to help others achieve their writing dreams and a deep belief that every writer has a unique voice worth sharing with the world.
Credentials:
- Filmmakers International Screenplay Competition Award Winner
- Scriptapalooza and Film Expo Awards Finalist
- Telly & Videographers Awards For TV
- Board Member: The Film School 2006-2009