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✒︎ Do you DREAM about finishing that book, but you just haven't done it yet?
✒︎ Are you afraid you never will?
✒︎ Do you want to capture the hours you need to make it happen but--snap!--there are never enough?
… If any of this rings true for you then keep reading, because *taps temple knowingly* I can help.
IT'S WELL AND GOOD TO WANT TO WRITE A BOOK.
MOST PEOPLE WHO WANT TO WRITE A BOOK NEVER ACTUALLY DO.
WHY? Because they don't have a plan to help them realize their dream.
If you're here, then you must REALLY want to make a plan and reach your goal.
Did you know...
How many Americans want to write a book?
Approximately 81% of Americans, or about 200 million people, express a desire to write a book.
How many Americans actually complete writing a book?
Only a small fraction—
about 3% of those who start writing a book—
actually finish it.
How can a WriterSpark course help you achieve your writing goals?
Writing courses can significantly improve the skills and confidence needed to complete your book and make you part of the 3%.
If everyone who wanted to write a book took a writing course, those stats would be sooo different—
👀 Don't be one of the 97% of people who never reach their goal.
👀 JOIN A WRITERSPARK COURSE AND BE AN OUTLIER. Be a 3%-er.
These writing courses WORK and they can CHANGE YOUR LIFE.
IF YOU ARE LIKE I WAS WHEN I FIRST DREAMED OF BEING A PUBLISHED WRITER, YOU CRAVE INFORMATION.
IF YOU'RE LIKE I WAS, YOU'RE LOOKING FOR—
✑ A way not only to learn but to internalize the elements of storytelling
✑ Grow your knowledge and skillset so you can write a compelling book
✑ Guided lessons that can be tackled at your own pace
✑ A strategy to turn your dream of writing and publishing a book into a reality
WriterSpark Academy is the answer.
<<Just like the graffiti says, 'All things are DIFFICULT before they are EASY'.
That’s exactly why I decided to take what I learned during all the difficult years of gaining the knowledge about the 'ins' and 'outs' of the publishing industry and PAY IT FORWARD.
Once I understood what makes a compelling book— after I figured out how to navigate through traditional and indie publishing — I began teaching people what I've learned in my nearly two decades as a writer.
LET ME ASK YOU THIS...
DO YOU LOVE TO WRITE? HAVE YOU ALWAYS WANTED TO WRITE A BOOK?
LET ME BE STRAIGHT WITH YOU. LOVING AND WANTING SOMETHING ISN'T ALWAYS ENOUGH.
It's true what they say:
A WISH is just a GOAL without a PLAN.
And to write a book, you NEED A PLAN.
This is where I can help...
...because I’ve taught hundreds of aspiring writers how to turn their writing wishes into goals, and I've guided them through the process of writing their books.
Let me tell you about me...
I'm a #1 Amazon and national bestselling author, writing instructor & coach, podcaster, and book cover designer.
My writing career started in 2008 when my first series was published by St. Martin's Press. Since then, I have been published traditionally with Thomas Dunne Books at SMP, NAL/Penquin Random House, and Kensington.
I'm also indie-published.
So, I've done it all!
I had a dream of writing a book and set out to learn everything I could about how to craft a story. 35 books later, I am sharing my knowledge through WriterSpark Academy.
I built WriterSpark Academy as a way to PAY IT FORWARD. I have taken what I've learned in almost two decades in the publishing industry, distilling that knowledge and sharing it through the WriterSpark Academy website and here through my Master Classes.
Start your own writing journey, and ignite your WriterSpark!
Do you really want to write that book? WriterSpark will get you there—
➝ Tired of waiting?
WriterSpark Courses will guide you through the planning and writing your book.
➝ Maxed out on time & need support?
WriterSpark's courses will let you take it at your own pace with an experienced teacher and writer by your side the entire time.
➝ Itching to reach your writing goals?
Be one of the 3% of people who finish writing the book they've dreamed of writing.
➝ Ready to stop dreaming and start writing?
Enroll in the WriterSpark course that will take you to the next level.
Transform yourself into a skilled and confident author.
Grow your skills, knowledge, and mindset.
Go from:
➤ Dreamer to Doer
➤ Amateur to Skilled
➤ Uncertain to Confident
➤ Hobbyist to Practitioner
➤ Aspirational to Accomplished
➤ Novice to Expert
Wherever you are on your writing journey, let WriterSpark Academy be your partner.
WRITERSPARK COURSES ARE YOURS FOR THE TAKING
Here’s how it works:
➝ When you enroll in a WriterSpark course, you get instant access. That means TODAY.
➝ Log into your course in minutes, and start working through the modules at your own pace.
➝ The modules will take you through the planning of your book whether you're writing a novel, a mystery, or a memoir.
➝ Progress however YOU like to learn: press play on the video modules—or tune into the audio & listen/re-listen as often as you need.
➝ Learn and internalize the essential elements of storytelling.
➝ All WriterSpark courses are fully functional on mobile, so you can pull them up anywhere, anytime.
➝ All WriterSpark courses have lifetime access, as well as access to updates and new modules.
"The organization and structure Ms. Bourbon built into her lessons made me feel like I was in a college, maybe even a master’s level class. Her classes are truly for ANYONE who would like to write or learn more about writing."
"Just hearing and seeing the three-act structure and The Hero's Journey in lessons and examples was so incredibly informative. I learned so much and know how to structure my novel now!"
"I see the process of writing less daunting and more attainable because of the lessons and information presented. By the end of the 4th week I was ready to actually start achieving my dream of writing my first novel."
"I highly recommend this class. I had tears well up in my eyes when I completed the last lesson. I don’t want to part with learning from Melissa."
"I liked how the instructor organized the topics and her exercises and downloadable content were excellent. The pacing was very good. There were sufficient examples, but not too many, so there wasn't a lot of fluff. The lectures were succinct and thorough."
"Melissa Bourbon is a natural teacher, exciting motivator, and knowledgeable guide. Her own experience as a writer is shared fully with her students in a delightful and easy-to-follow format."
"The instruction, support, feedback, and encouragement Melissa offers is of the highest quality, and I am excited to be a part of her future WriterSpark Academy Courses!"
"The plethora of examples that were easy to connect with were most valuable. Showing us multiple examples also helped a lot. We can see things from more than one angle."
"An excellent lesson on dialogue that was very helpful and the instructor knew her stuff. I've been writing for quite a while and I still learned some new things, It is a course that is well worth taking!"
How do you know if these courses are for you?
Do you have a passion for the written word? Are you unsure where to start?
If you answered yes, then self-paced online writing courses may be just what you need. They provide an accessible and flexible learning experience, allowing individuals to enhance their writing skills and knowledge at their own pace.
WriterSpark Academy’s Online Writing Courses
WriterSpark’s courses offer a variety of engaging content and exercises, empowering you to improve your writing abilities and pursue your creative or professional goals.
If you’ve ever wanted to write a novel, a self-paced online writing course may be just what you need to get started!
What is a Self-Paced Online Writing Course?
I’m glad you asked! Self-paced online writing courses are just what they sound like. You work through the content at your own pace. All the while, I'm here by your side, accessible through email and the exclusive Facebook group.
WriterSpark Courses
✑ Learn novel-writing basics in 30 Days to Craft Your Novel.
✑ Learn how to write in the extremely popular cozy mystery genre with Field Guide to Writing a Cozy Mystery.
✑ Have a memoir in you? What’s Your Story: Writing Your Memoir is the course for you.
✑ Want to dip your toe in? Take the Hero’s Journey or the Create Great Dialogue mini-courses!
✑ And if you need accountability, try one-on-one coaching with me. Let me be your partner all the way through.
WriterSpark’s courses offer a variety of engaging content and exercises, empowering you to improve your writing abilities and pursue and achieve your writing goals.
