Developed by an editor with 20 years of experience working with new authors

Hong Kong time 10 am to 1215 noon via Zoom
July 4, July 11, July 18, July 25, Aug 1
(English language)

5 weeks (over 12 hours) for only HKD2450

A PRACTICAL writing course that pinpoints exactly what writers need to know in order to give their manuscripts the best chances of success! 

Learn all the important elements of writing and avoid the awkward mistakes that all beginners make. You'll also get invaluable weekly feedback, as well as a chance to workshop your writing with the class.

And, unique to this course, you'll receive CONCRETE and ACTIONABLE next steps and guidance on how to get started as a writer either through traditional or indie publishing.

Instructor bio:
Maloy Luakian has worked in editing for over 20 years after getting her start at Macmillan Asia Pacific. She has edited award-winning fiction and non-fiction books in genres ranging from literary fiction and memoir to thrillers and romances and worked closely with clients including independent presses and Amazon.
She specializes in helping new writers develop and get their manuscripts ready for publication.

Week one (June 27, 2021):
Expanding story ideas
Character work: integrating believable characters in your story
Voice and style: how writers can express their narrative voices
Dialogue: making it work for your story
Q&A
Writing exercise homework:
Character voices

Week two (July 4, 2021):
Exercise feedback
Genre and plot: how they work together with character
Comprehensive plot structure: outlines that actually improve your story
Plot twists: avoiding the cringe trap
Q&A
Writing exercise homework:
Plot mapping

Week three (July 11, 2021):
Exercise feedback
World building: integrating it into your story
Foreshadowing: using the bucket technique
Point of view: telling the story in the best format
Q&A
Writing exercise homework:
World and character immersion

Week four (July 18, 2021):
Exercise feedback
Writing the first chapter: what to put in, what to take out
Pacing: how to keep the reader hooked through each chapter
Q&A
Writing exercise homework:
Opening paragraphs

Week five (July 25, 2021):
Exercise feedback
Endings, part 1: building up to an unforgettable ending
Setting up sequels or other books in the same universe
Publication process: traditional, indie, and serialized publishing
Next steps for writers
Q&A

SPECIAL OFFER: 
For only an extra HKD350, get a 30-minute private consultation on your manuscript, author platform, or any other publishing questions!