Narrative Writing Courses and Certifications

Introduction to Game Design

14 ratings

Explore game design fundamentals, from basic concepts to rules, storytelling, and character dynamics. Create your own board game while learning what makes games compelling and engaging.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 12 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Effective Editing: How to Take Your Writing to the Next Level

65 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Learn step-by-step self-editing techniques to enhance your narrative writing, from plot and character development to dialogue and prose refinement, with guidance from a professional editor.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 5 hours 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Writing Your Story

140 ratings at CreativeLive

Learn to craft compelling memoirs with Joyce Maynard. Develop storytelling skills, overcome writing challenges, and create a productive practice. Transform personal experiences into engaging narratives that resonate with readers.

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 20 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Power Your Podcast with Storytelling

91 ratings at CreativeLive

Power Your Podcast with Storytelling with Alex Blumberg

• CreativeLive
• 10 hours 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Ultimate Photo Storytelling Workshop

24 ratings at CreativeLive

The Ultimate Photo Storytelling Workshop with Finn Beales

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 24 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

How to Write a Personal Essay

16 ratings at CreativeLive

Learn to craft compelling personal essays with guidance on theme development, narrative structure, and impactful storytelling techniques from celebrated author Joyce Maynard.

• CreativeLive
• 5 hours 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Turning Your Expertise into a Podcast

Turning Your Expertise into a Podcast with Kristina Loring, Cal Peternell

• CreativeLive
• 1 hour 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Prompt Engineering for Precise Text Modification

Master sophisticated prompt engineering strategies to precisely summarize, extend, and modify text while preserving tone, style, and specific elements using LLMs.

• CodeSignal
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

The Duffer Brothers Teach Developing An Original Tv Series

Craft gripping story arcs, conjure unforgettable characters—like Eleven or Jim Hopper—and turn your raw idea into a pitch for the next big thing to cross over from the other side.

• MasterClass
• 5 hours 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

David Lynch Teaches Creativity And Film

Learn how David Lynch catches ideas, translates them into a narrative, and moves beyond formulaic storytelling.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours 52 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Dan Brown Teaches Writing Thrillers

Unveil the secrets of crafting gripping thrillers with bestselling author Dan Brown. Learn research techniques, character development, and suspense-building strategies to create compelling narratives.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Margaret Atwood Teaches Creative Writing

Learn to craft compelling stories from literary icon Margaret Atwood. Explore creative processes, character development, and narrative techniques to enhance your writing skills across various genres.

• MasterClass
• 3 hours 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Issa Rae Teaches Creating Outside The Lines

Issa shares how she has navigated Hollywood while Black and inspires you to reach your creative dreams and never take no for an answer.

• MasterClass
• 2 hours 17 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Trial Available

Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact

2503 ratings at Coursera

Develop leadership skills to communicate vision, persuade effectively, and influence others. Learn storytelling, rapport-building, and handling objections to become a highly influential leader.

• Coursera
• 17 hours 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

基础写作I

Master essential Chinese writing skills through narrative compositions and practical documents, focusing on intermediate-level grammar, punctuation, rhetorical devices, and formal correspondence formats.

• XuetangX
• Self-Paced
• Free Online Course