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Strengthen your writing, trust your instincts, and take the next right step with our short-term learning opportunities designed to help your work take root and grow. *CTC Community members receive discounted access.
No overwhelm.
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Just the next “write” step.
On-demand Courses
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Managing Your Agent Relationship Training
Private Training + Optional 1:1 Agent Audit with Bethany Hegedus
In this 70-minute private training, Bethany Hegedus walks you through the most common questions authors have after signing with an agent—and how to navigate this new chapter with clarity, professionalism, and power.
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The Write Match Method Bundle
Industry-tested tools to move your writing-and your career-forward.
Whether you’re submitting your first manuscript or preparing for your next big leap, The Write Match Method Bundle gives you the clarity and strategy to move forward with confidence.
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Deepen craft. Sharpen strategy. Reconnect to your creative courage.
Bring Bethany, Founder of The Writing Barn, award winning author and creativity and career coach direct to you–whenever and wherever–you need.
february 2026
Live Events & Webinars
Write a Graphic Novel for the First Time with Author Teresa Robeson
The graphic novel format has become hugely popular in U.S. publishing in recent years. Here's how to write one.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
webinar
Replay available
Industry Engagement Day
February 28, 2026
online event
Our first-ever Pitch and Play: Industry Engagement Day was an incredible online event where several faculty agents signed folks and offered R&Rs in their 1:1s, fulfilling the event mission to get writers their YES or NO in real time. That was in 2023, and it’s only grown from there!
Replay available
March 2026
Live Events & Webinars
Leading Story Lab: Choosing The Lead Story In Your PB Pile
You’ve written the drafts. Revised them. Maybe even polished three or four until they sparkle. But when it comes time to query, pitch, or submit…Which one do you lead with?
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Webinar
AMA with Author and Creative Director Bethany Hegedus
Join author, creative director, and mentor Bethany Hegedus for a live, wide-ranging Ask Me Anything open to writers across genres and age categories.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Webinar
Build a Kidlit Series That Lasts with Victoria J. Coe
If writing a single children’s book can be challenging, writing a series is a whole other level.
Saturday, March 28, 2026
Webinar
April 2026
Live Events & Webinars
The Mechanics of Writing with Literary Agent Michelle Witte
Being comfortable with the basics of writing mechanics is essential for any author, but it is especially important when writing books for younger audiences.
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Webinar
Alchemizing Real-Life Experience for the Page with Editor Sydnee Monday
In this workshop, Sydnee will teach writers how to take real-life experiences and transform them for the page.
sunday, April 19, 2026
Webinar
From Dull to Dazzling: Symbolism with Jessica Vitalis
Captivate your readers with indelible images and deep emotional connections by mastering the use of symbolism.
