How To Write A Book: Online Course

Join our online creative writing course and learn how to write a book from start to finish. Master the craft of writing, develop your story idea, and work at your own pace with guidance from a dedicated writing coach.

Writers Write – How To Write A Book: Online Course

Whether you’re starting with a blank page or a rough idea, this course will guide you through every stage of the writing process—from shaping your concept and building a compelling plot to developing memorable characters and refining your voice.

You’ll master the craft of writing through practical lessons, clear techniques, and hands-on exercises designed to help you make real progress.

Work at your own pace. Receive personalised guidance from a writing coach who will support you, challenge you, and help you improve your work. By the end of the course, you’ll understand how to write a book.

What you’ll do on the course:

1. Turn your idea into a compelling plot.
2. Create memorable, engaging characters.
3. Learn how to show, not tell.
4. Master dialogue, point of view, and narrative voice.
5. Structure powerful beginnings, satisfying middles, and unforgettable endings.
6. Complete practical exercises to reinforce the theory.
7. Receive personalised feedback and guidance from your writing coach.

Course objectives:

By the end of the course, you will:

1. Write with greater skill, clarity, and confidence.
2. Understand the complete writing process, from idea to first draft.
3. Learn essential storytelling techniques used by successful writers.
4. Apply what you learn directly to your own book project.
5. Develop fiction or non-fiction that is polished and publishable.
6. Build a sustainable writing practice and enjoy the creative process.

1. Your own writing coach: four 45-minute online sessions with writing coach Mia Botha.*
2. Personal guidance, support, and the opportunity to discuss your work and ask questions.
3. Feedback on written exercises of up to 500 words per session.
4. Immediate access to the course through your account.
5. 60 in-depth modules packed with practical writing advice.
6. A printable workbook to support your learning.
7. A printable PDF version of the full course.

*Coaching sessions must be completed within six months of enrolment.

The 60 modules cover: 

1. Plot and story structure
2. Point of view
3. Character development
4. Dialogue
5. Setting and description
6. Genre
7. Pacing
8. Scene construction
9. Beginnings, middles, and endings
10. Editing and rewriting
11. Blogging and social media
12. Publishing

Start writing the book you’ve always wanted to create.

What materials do I need?

1. You need access to a computer, the internet, and if you decide to print the workbook, a printer.
2. We encourage you to write by hand as much as possible, especially when you are doing prompts, exploring, or brainstorming characters and scenarios.
3. But, you are welcome to use any tool or material that you are comfortable with. No two methods, or two writers, are the same.

How do I complete the exercises?

1. Either download the course and work off a printed version OR work from the online modules on the website.
2. Some will be freewriting exercises; others will be more structured with specific instructions.
3. For the freewriting exercises, simply put pen to paper and see where it takes you.
4. For the more structured exercises, try to follow the instructions. But then again, it’s creative writing and there are no rules.

How much is it?

US $499 (includes four coaching sessions)

How to buy and access your online course:

How to pay:

1. Add to basket.
2. Click on basket at top right hand side of the page.
3. Pay:

• Use Paypal, or
• Use your coupon if you have one.

4. Create account. (please remember to do this)

Your purchase and details will be confirmed on a page where you can download the course book and workbook.

Access your account:

If you want to access the course content online go to: My Account

You will be able to access the modules online and download the course book and workbook from there as well.

What you’ve said about the course:

Tracy Tamasi:

“I’m LOVING it. The exercises and information have helped me gain clarity in terms of how to organise when writing and also how the elements should work together.”

Marie Unanue:

7 Reasons Why I Loved The Writers Write Course

Laura Kirsten:

“I started my Writers Write Online Course – how to write a book – in April this year. The course opened up a whole new world for me.

I remember being fascinated, and a little shocked, by the writing techniques in the notes I received. I had a picture in my head that famous writers just sat down and wrote their best-selling novels, relying on talent alone. The workbook exercises taught me so much and made me think outside the box. I have been using them for various scenes and they work every time.

My online sessions were so inspiring. I was nervous every time I sent a sample of writing, but the facilitator soon put me at ease with her calm and positive feedback. Our sessions were full of fun and laughter and I learnt more than I ever expected. One very important lesson that I learnt from her is that ‘readers want to know more…’  I started trusting myself and my own writing. I will always be grateful for this.

I recommend this valuable course to writers and aspiring writers everywhere. You are guaranteed to learn something new.

Thank you, this was a life-changing experience.”

Fran Bezuidenhout:

“I have to say the course really exceeded my expectations. You did a fantastic job putting it together and I learned a lot.”

Beth Stillman Blaha:

“If you have considered, however briefly, throwing your hat in the ring, I would strongly encourage you to do so.  The materials and the coaching sessions are incredible.

The thoughtful, positive and encouraging approach to teaching brought a nebulous idea I had had in my mind for years into a manuscript over the course of eight months.  I looked forward to my sessions which filled my mind with new directions and ideas.”

Coaching Sessions*

1. You get four 45-minute online sessions with writing coach, Mia Botha.
2. You can use these sessions to ask questions and discuss your writing.
3. You can submit written exercises (no longer than 500 words) for each session.
4. These sessions must be taken within six months of signing up for the course.

P.S. If you want to speak to us, please email news@writerswrite.co.za with your request.

Refund Policy: Our online courses are non-refundable.