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Fall in love with the writer’s journeyFall in love with the writer's journey

Fall in love with the writer’s journey

Welcome home, writers

We’ll help you write your dreams into reality—from humble beginnings and plot holes to final edits and ‘The End.’

The Novelry is the fiction writing school with bestselling authors, publishing editors and a bunch of published success stories. Beginners welcome.

A trusted path,
at your own pace.

The Novelry is the writing school for authors founded by Booker Prize-listed author Louise Dean. With one-on-one coaching from bestselling authors, in-house editors from major publishers, and direct submissions to the top global literary agencies—we’re here to take writers on the complete journey from idea to book deal.

Save yourself years of self-doubt and frustration with a new approach to storytelling. Self-paced and super smart, The Novelry takes you step-by-step on the complete writing journey to write a book readers will love.

Our one-hour-a-day method is perfect for a busy person with a day job. You’ll get intuitive and interactive lessons to plot your story and fast-track your craft skills. Plus, you’ll get one-on-one dedicated guidance from an all-star team of authors and Big Five editors to help you deliver an exciting story to publishing standards. With live writing classes daily, exciting online workshops and events and a buzzing community of fellow writers, sign up and start living the writing life today!

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Why invest in your writing with The Novelry?

Courses. Coaching. Community.

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Your authors

One-on-one coaching from bestselling authors

Their books have hit the New York Times and Sunday Times bestseller lists, have been adapted for screen, and optioned for major motion pictures. Every one, a master in their genre. Each trained in our Positive Coaching Method™ to offer hands-on mentoring to nurture your creative process and raise your storytelling game.

Who you learn from, and how you learn, matters. Our unique approach breathes life into budding ideas. You’ll get positive encouragement every step of the way to build your confidence and be able to rely on the gentle accountability of one-on-one coaching sessions at times to suit you. Your coach will believe in you and your story (on the days you don’t) and help you find your voice to write the most exciting version of your story.

With regular personal coaching sessions, you’ll stay on track to finish your book. Plus, at The Novelry, you’re not tied to just one author coach—you can switch or swap at any time to get the right mentor for you, and enjoy expert advice on any aspect of your story.

Imagine having a prize-winning, bestselling author at your side. What difference would that make to your writing?

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Your editors

Editors from the world’s major publishers

Your coach helps you stay on track to find your story and finish your first draft, and your editor develops the value of your manuscript and takes you to market.

Our editors are from the Big Five—Penguin Random House, Hachette, HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, and Macmillan. Having published bestselling and award-winning novels, their judgment is trusted. They have long-established relationships with literary agents, by whom they are held in high regard. They are in touch with the best literary agencies on a daily basis and can advise you how to maximize your chances of a home run to a publishing deal. Working as a team, they use their combined industry expertise to give you the feedback you need to make bold decisions and great leaps of progress.

Get expert guidance to finish your novel to traditional publishing standards.

We’re the only creative writing school with Big Five editors.

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Submissions to the top global literary agencies

We work with writers to get them ready for major publishing contracts, and TV and film rights. We are in touch with literary agents on a daily basis and prime them on forthcoming manuscripts from our writers with regular meetings.

If your manuscript is a match for one of our trusted literary agents, you will be invited to enter our submissions process. There is no cost for this service and we neither ask for nor accept commission. It is by invitation only.

Literary agencies representing the big names of fiction trust submissions from The Novelry because they’ve come to expect publishing-ready manuscripts from our graduates.

We’re the writing school recommended by leading literary agencies. 

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Our courses

Self-paced. Structured. Supportive.

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Writing a new novel from scratch?

Your story starts here

Whether you’re a complete beginner or you want to start your next novel with a supportive community cheering you on, you’re in the right place.

The Novel Kickstarter Course

100+ lessons
Craft your idea, shape your story, and write a complete first draft.
$
179
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155
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1699
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  • Membership (1 Year)
  • The Classic Storytelling Class
  • The Ninety Day Novel Class
  • 6 Coaching Sessions
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The Finished Novel Course

200+ lessons
Craft your idea, write and edit your novel, and get feedback on your manuscript from your editor.
$
455
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$
4995
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319
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  • Welcome Call
  • Membership (1 Year)
  • The Classic Storytelling Class
  • The Ninety Day Novel Class
  • 6 Coaching Sessions
  • The Big Edit Class
  • 2 Editorial Sessions
  • The Ultimate Manuscript Assessment
Beginners warmly welcomed.

‘I’m about six months in and I could not possibly be happier.’

—Rosie Storey
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‘For the first time as a writer, I feel a true sense of direction and support. I’m incredibly grateful to The Novelry.’

—Eddy Hood
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‘I have developed positivity and self-belief. I wish I had jumped into The Novelry pool years ago.’

—Colin Dennis
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Developing an existing novel idea?

Your story to be continued

Beat writer’s block and finish what you started. If you’ve got a story outline but no finished novel, we’ve got your back.

The Novel Development Course

100+ lessons
Complete your novel and polish your manuscript ready for submission.
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$
229
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$
2495
£
175
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£
1899
$
2495
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$
229
/mo
£
1899
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OR
£
175
/mo
  • Membership (1 Year)
  • The Ninety Day Novel Class
  • 6 Coaching Sessions
  • The Big Edit Class
  • 2 Editorial Sessions
or

The Finished Novel Course

200+ lessons
Refine your outline, write your novel, and ready your manuscript for submission with our writing MFA alternative.
$
455
/ mo
$
4995
£
319
/ mo
£
3499
$
4995
Save $
OR
$
455
/mo
£
3499
Save £
OR
£
319
/mo
  • Welcome Call
  • Membership (1 Year)
  • The Classic Storytelling Class
  • The Ninety Day Novel Class
  • 6 Coaching Sessions
  • The Big Edit Class
  • 2 Editorial Sessions
  • The Ultimate Manuscript Assessment

The Big Edit Class

50+ lessons
Polish your manuscript ready for submission.
$
1149
£
799
  • Membership (1 Year)
  • The Big Edit Class
  • 2 Editorial Sessions
  • A Year’s Access
The only creative writing school with Big Five editors.

‘I have no doubt I will finish the course with a completed novel—something I would not have thought possible twelve months ago.’

—Paul Shanley
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‘Joining The Novelry is undoubtedly the smartest thing I could have done for my writing career.’

—Suzan Meredith
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‘I now believe I can do this. The Novelry does things on a totally different level. I just wish I’d found it sooner.’

—Philippa Lovering
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Are you almost there?

Beyond ‘The End’

Once you’ve written your first draft, there’s plenty of work still to do. We’ll help you edit and polish your manuscript ready for submission.

The Ultimate Manuscript Assessment

6–8 weeks
A comprehensive report to prepare for publishing with Big Five editors.
$
2495
£
1899
  • A Full Editorial Report
  • The Pitch
  • Structural Development
  • Marked-Up Manuscript
  • Meeting with an Editor
  • Membership (1 year)
or

The Ultimate Manuscript Assessment

A comprehensive report to prepare for publishing with Big Five editors.
A comprehensive appraisal with Big Five editors.
$
2495
£
1899
  • A Full Editorial Report
  • The Pitch
  • Structural Development
  • Marked-Up Manuscript
Over 75% of writers submitted to agents get Big Five publishing deals.

‘I found The Novelry at a time when I was ready to give up.’

—Becky Hunter, who went on to achieve a six-figure two-book deal
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‘The Novelry was a game changer. The manuscript assessment was spot on. Incisive, constructive and encouraging.’

—Nazima Pathan, who was introduced to her agent MMLA by The Novelry and is now published by Simon & Schuster
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‘I was able to seriously sharpen an otherwise flabby draft. The Novelry editors were an absolute pleasure to work with, champions of my writing. And now I have an amazing agent!’

—Anne Gilchrist, who was introduced to A.M. Heath Literary Agency by The Novelry
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‘The depth and breadth of their professional feedback makes it worth its weight in gold. Plus, if they like your work, they’ll introduce you to agents.’

—Chloe Fowler
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Why invest in your writer’s journey?

Imagine having a prize-winning, bestselling author at your side. Advice from Big Five editors. Submissions to the top global literary agencies. A supportive community cheering you on.
 
The Novelry opens so many doors—all you need to do is show up. 

How do writers find the time?

We know it can be hard to balance writing with the demands of day-to-day life. That’s why we’ve designed The Novelry to be as self-paced as a good book. It’s why we ask that you commit just one hour a day to make your writing dreams a reality. Plus, it’s so fun and supportive, you won’t want to put it down.

Find out why writers choose The Novelry

What if I don’t have a story?

If you don’t have a story, you’re in the right place. Choose The Finished Novel Course or The Novel Kickstarter Course and the first module is all about crafting your story. The Classic Storytelling Class is designed precisely to kindle your ideas and ignite your voice in 55 easy-to-follow lessons.

What if I’m not good enough?

Not all writers suffer from imposter syndrome—only the good ones. And guess what? The art of storytelling can be learned. Because our bestselling author coaches are the best in the business at teaching it, you’ll be a first-rate writer in no time.

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Invest in your writing. Unlock your potential.

The Novel Kickstarter Course

$
1995
OR
$
179
/mo
£
1699
OR
£
155
/mo
Craft your idea, shape your story, and write a complete first draft.

The Novel Development Course

$
2495
OR
$
229
/mo
£
1899
OR
£
175
/mo
Complete your novel and polish your manuscript ready for submission.
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Published books from our graduates

Yes, we believe anyone can write a book, and we know we can teach. We’ve taken complete beginners all the way through to secure world-class literary agency representation and major publishing and TV deals. Over 75% of our published success stories have landed contracts with the Big Five publishers: Penguin Random House, Hachette, HarperCollins, Macmillan, and Simon & Schuster.

Students join The Novelry to write a book that will sell. More affordable than a Creative Writing MFA, our most comprehensive course is just a fraction of the cost. Most importantly, graduates leave our program holding a full manuscript, having worked with global bestselling authors and professional editors to reach publishing standard.

But don’t just take it from us. Explore our reviews and find out why writers fall in love with The Novelry.

Beautiful tales, boldly told.
A Poisoner’s Tale
Broken Country
One Moment
Six Wild Crowns
The Hideaway
The Language of the Birds
The Last List of Mabel Beaumont
This Is Not a Game
The Hideaway
Six Wild Crowns
The Language of the Birds
When the Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole
There’s Nothing Wrong With Her
Sunbirds
Last Call at the Savoy
Glitter in the Dark
Dream Hunters
Clever Little Thing
Blood Caste
Glitter in the Dark
Sunbirds
Dream Hunters