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Start writing your novel
Next class starts on Sunday 4/25

Sponsored by: ASUW Experimental College and Wonder School of the Arts
Taught by Nils Osmar  Questions? Call 206-420-1309 or email
Sunday 3 p.m.-5:30 pm ~ 4/25-5/23 (four meetings) (no class on Mother's day)
This class meets in the University District in Seattle ~ Tuition: $125
For a full list of upcoming classes, visit: Classesandworkshops.com

Thinking about writing a novel? Or need a hand with one you're already working on? This class can help. It'll give you a new point of view and an approach that makes writing easier, faster and more fun. You'll learn how to:

...balance plot, story structure and character development
...write realistic and believable dialogue
...develop characters your readers can relate to
...aim for excellence as a writer, without getting bogged down in self criticism as you write

You'll have opportunities to do some writing in class and between classes, get feedback, and identify and solve writing problems. Plus, you'll learn about the "hero's journey" story structure and how it can give you a reference point to bringing things into focus and solving story problems. Also: tips for getting an agent and approaching publishers.

All levels welcome.

See also:
Writing fiction & short stories
It's time to write your screenplay
More info about our WRITING CLASSES

To sign up now for How to Write a Novel, call 206-420-1309 or use the ADD TO CART button below. If you don't see a button, go to the Writing, workshopping and selling your novel class page.

Tuition (Writing your novel)

Gen Public: $125 course fee + $10 reg fee=$135 $135.00 UW student w/current i.d. $100 + $5 reg fee=105 $105.00

Student comments about the instructor's writing classes

Thanks for a fun and interesting class. I appreciate how you value each student for their individual voice and style, and how you encourage and bring out the best in each of us. I always learn new and effective ways to look at things when I take one of your classes... - Barb B. (Bellevue)

The exercises were enjoyable. It was a pleasure to be in such a creative group.- Marylin H. (Bellevue)

I took your class two years ago, and loved it at that time, then took it again this spring. While I always liked the class, and got a great deal out of it, I can also say that you've improved it dramatically in the past few months. The information about style, form, story structure and point of view, and your suggestions about editing our own stories, all are profoundly helpful. You'll probably see me again in a few months! - Sheila K., Seattle

I took it because I was "stuck" in journaling, and wanted to shake myself loose and open up my writing abilities and inclinations in some new directions. Your suggestions and comments were great. I'm unstuck. Thank you!!!! I'll be back in the fall to take the class again. - Marie L., Lake Forest Park

I found this class to be both fun and educational thanks to both Nils and everyone in the class. -M.L, Seattle

I liked the combination of handouts, presentation, discussion, and reading student writing for feedback. The combination of all of these separate tools helped reinforce concepts and make each two hour session productive and varied. Nils makes the classroom comfortable for people at all levels. - J.F., Bellevue

Frequently asked questions

Are these online courses? Or do they meet in a classroom?
They are in-person classes that meet in a classroom in Seattle, Washington.

Are your classes sponsored by a school?
They are sponsored by two schools: the ASUW Experimental College,
a non-credit program run by the Associated Students University of Washington (ASUW),
and the Wonder School of the Arts, an independent school established in 1996.

Are they accredited?
No, they're non-credit courses for personal enrichment.

Where are the classes held?
Most of them are held on the University of Washington campus in Seattle.
The exact building and driving directions will be sent by email when you sign up.

Are they only for U.W. students? Or can anyone sign up?
They're open to everyone. You don't have to be a UW student.

How to sign up

To sign up by phone:
call 206-420-1309 , Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
(Visa, MC, American Express and Discover accepted)

To sign up online:
1) Click the course title in the list above to be taken to the class page.
2) Then click the Add to Cart button on that page.

To pay online using a credit or debit card:
1) Click the course title in the list above to be taken to the class page.
2) then click the Add to Cart link on that page
3) click "proceed to checkout"
4) click at the bottom where it says,
"Use your Credit Card or Bank account"
and enter your credit card information.

To pay online using Paypal:
1) Click the course title in the list above to be taken to the class page.
2) then click the Add to Cart link on that page
3) then choose Paypal as your payment option.

To pay by check:
To pay by check, just download the registration form, print it,
and mail it to the address on the form along with your check or money order.
Download registration form as .pdf
Download registration form as .html

To pay using cash:
Please don't mail cash! If you want to pay cash, you'll need to come in in person.
Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309 for information about how to do so.

Refund policy

If you sign up for a class, then it is cancelled, you will receive
your choice of either a full cash refund or a tuition credit
good toward any of the other classes listed on this page.

If you sign up for a class, then change your mind or can't attend,
and notify us before the first meeting, you will receive your choice of either
1) a refund of the entire fee you paid for the class, minus the $10 registration fee,
or 2) a tuition voucher for the full amount paid.

If you attend some meetings of a class but miss some meetings,
you can make up the meetings you missed the following quarter at no charge.

OTHER CLASSES OF INTEREST:

Writing Classes
It's time to write your screenplay Thursdays 7-9 pm, 4/29-5/27
Writing fiction & short stories Wed. 4/28-5/26, 7 pm-9 pm
Write your novel Sundays 3 p.m.-5:30 pm, 4/25-5/23

Acting Classes
Beginning acting Mondays 7-9:30 pm, 4/26-5/24
Let's make a movie Tuesdays, 7-9:30 pm - 4/27-6/1

Filmmaking Classes
Let's make a movie Tuesdays 7-9:30 pm - 4/27-6/1
It's time to write your screenplay Thursdays 7-9 pm, 4/29-5/27
Video editing in Final Cut Pro - Fridays, 7 p.m.-9:15 p.m. - 5/21-6/4
Boot camp for filmmakers: Basic training Sat 10 a.m.-1 pm 5/22-6/5
Audio training for filmmakers Saturday May 29th, 2 p.m.-6 p.m
Storyboarding Saturday 5/22 only - 2 pm-6 p.m.
Documentary filmmaking Sunday 5/9 only - 10 am-5 pm
Lighting for filmmakers Sunday 10 a.m-4 p.m. 5/30 only

Art Classes
Drawing for absolute beginners meets on Saturdays, 4/24-5/15 - 9-10:45 am
Acrylic painting for beginners Sun. 4/25-5/23 (no class on 5/9) 1 pm-3 pm
How to draw clothing meets on Thursday 6/3 only, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Perspective drawing meets on Sunday 6/6 only - 10 am-4 pm
Drawing in pen, brush & ink meets on Wednesday 6/2 only 7-10 p.m.
Storyboarding for film and video Sat. 5/22 only - 2 pm-6 p.m.
Figure Drawing for beginners Saturdays 4/24-5/15 - 1 pm-2:45 pm
Cartooning Sunday 4/25-5/23 (no class on 5/9) - 10 am-11:45 am
Learn to Draw Faces Saturdays, 4/24-5/15 - 11 am-12:45 pm.
How to make money as an artist Saturday 6/5 only, 2 pm-5 p.m.

Software Classes
Photoshop for Beginners Fridays, 7 p.m.-9:15 p.m. 4/30-5/14
Final Cut Pro for Beginners Fridays, 7 p.m.-9:15 p.m. - 5/21-6/4

You can pay using Visa, Mastercard, Paypal, check or cash.
To sign up, click the course title to be taken to the class page,
then click the Add to Cart link on that page.
Or call 206-420-1309 to register by phone.

MORE INFO: Classesandworkshops.com

Questions? Email Nilsosmar@gmail.com or call 206-420-1309