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The Foundations of Fiction (Writing Mastery)
Bestseller
Rating: 4.5 out of 5(7,031 ratings)
42,780 students

The Foundations of Fiction (Writing Mastery)

Master the 6 universal elements of creative writing and storytelling to craft compelling novels, stories, and memoirs
Last updated 12/2024
English

What you'll learn

  • Master the 6 universal foundations that make up ALL great fiction
  • Create complex, realistic characters who will jump right off the page
  • Write vibrant, riveting dialogue that will breathe life into your scenes
  • Construct vivid, memorable settings that will shape the world of your story
  • Compose intricate, scintillating prose that will pull readers in from the first word
  • Master Various Narrative Styles to enhance your storytelling
  • Structure masterful, gripping plots that will hook readers and keep them turning pages

Course content

8 sections55 lectures6h 0m total length
  • Welcome and What to Expect3:35

    Explore the universal foundations of great fiction—craft memorable characters, write vibrant dialogue, build vivid scenes and settings, structure multiple plots, and use 25 prompts to inspire writing and finish projects.

  • How this Course Works5:44
  • Where to Get Help0:43

Requirements

  • A notebook and pen/pencil or a computer/tablet
  • A timer for writing exercises
  • A desire to write fiction!

Description

#1 Bestselling Fiction Writing Course on Udemy for 7 Years Running!


Do you want to write fiction that is sophisticated, compelling, and dynamic?

Do you want to find more inspiration in your creative writing?

Do you want to master the tools that every great fiction writer knows and uses to craft their novels and short stories? 

We're here to help!


"This course is AMAZING. You learn so much so fast - all stuff you can actually use." - Alicia M.

"I've learned more from this course than I have from years of research." - Stephanie H.

"Great writing exercises. It surprised me how many and rich scenes came pouring out." - Laura L.

From international bestselling author and writing coach, Jessica Brody, comes an ENGAGING, INSPIRING, and COMPREHENSIVE fiction writing course designed for beginners and advanced writers alike!


Whether you want to write novels, short stories, memoirs, flash fiction or even screenplays and stage plays, this course will help you master the 6 Universal Foundations that make up all great fiction:

  • Characters

  • Dialogue

  • Point of View

  • Narrative Style

  • Setting

  • Plot


By the end of this course, you will be able to:
 

  • Create complex, realistic characters who will jump right off the page

  • Write vibrant, riveting dialogue that will breathe life into your scenes

  • Compose intricate, scintillating prose that will pull readers in from the first word

  • Using a variety of narrative styles to spice up your writing and enhance your stories

  • Construct vivid, memorable settings that will shape the world of your story

  • Structure masterful, gripping plots that will hook readers and keep them turning pages


Why Writers Love This Course: 

  • Over 6 hours of engaging video lessons

  • 25+ hands-on writing exercises to apply what you've learned

  • Real-time instructor demonstrations of key exercises to spark your own creative process

  • Two learning tracks (Foundation and Advanced) so you can learn at your own pace

  • Tons of examples from books and movies to help you fully grasp the elements of great storytelling

  • Practical tips and advice to give you the skills, confidence and inspiration to become a fiction writing master!


I feel energized to FINALLY get my story from my head on to paper!" - Tracy W.

"I just can't stop writing!" - Robyn B.

"Exactly what I needed to understand the craft of writing...there are constant opportunities to practice each skill in fun ways." - Margaret G.


We're so confident you'll love this course that we guarantee you will:

  • Be more inspired to write

  • Feel more confident about your writing

  • Notice a vast improvement in your writing abilities


Meet Your Instructors: 

Jessica Brody is a bestselling and award-winning author of more than 20 novels for kids, teens, and adults, published by several major publishers like Simon & Schuster, Random House, Macmillan, and Disney Press. Her books have been translated and published in more than 20 languages and several have been optioned for film or TV. She is also the author of the #1 bestselling Save the Cat! Writes a Novel plotting guides.

Joanne Rendell is the author of three novels published by Penguin Books. Joanne also holds a PhD in English Literature and teaches regular writing classes for kids and teens in New York City.   

Together, Jessica and Joanne have co-written a sci-fi trilogy published by Simon & Schuster. The System Divine series (Sky Without Stars, Between Burning Worlds and Suns Will Rise) is sci-fi re-imagining of Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables set on another planet.    


Enroll now and get started on your journey to becoming a Creative Writing Master!


PRAISE FOR COURSES IN JESSICA'S WRITING MASTERY SERIES:

  • 10 writing courses

  • Over 50,000 students enrolled

  • Average Rating 4.7 stars!

"Jessica is truly a gifted teacher!" - Vicky

"Jessica is a LEGEND...Completely worth it." - Ras

"Superb. Clear and engaging - Dan

"Just, WOW! Jessica Brody provides much more than a boatload... try a cruise ship FULL of tips, tricks, resources, references, and actionable steps" - Tracy

"Thorough, accurate, and well-presented --I would recommend Jessica Brody’s courses to any writer eager to rise." - Mark

"Jessica Brody breaks down these concepts with clarity and amazing insight."  - Mike

"Jessica Brody's courses are all thorough, entertaining, and extremely helpful." - Tricia

"As always, Jessica Brody delivers an insider's knowledge and the tools to move forward in the process, now!" - Sue

"Very informative and well worth the time and cost." - Noel

"Clear, concise, & well-narrated with an abundance of enthusiasm." - Christopher

"Jessica Brody has a gift for distilling lots of hard-earned information into concise and tasty bites." - Katherine

Who this course is for:

  • Anyone interested in writing fiction
  • Anyone who wants to improve their fiction writing
  • Anyone looking for writing inspiration
  • Writers who need help finishing a story