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Courses

The Finished Novel Course

Complete program

From idea to outline

Write your novel

Edit and polish your novel

The Ultimate Manuscript Assessment

A comprehensive appraisal with Big Five editors

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The Finished Novel Course

The complete journey from first idea to a publishing-ready novel — with coaching, editorial sessions, and manuscript assessment.

People

Who we are

Louise Dean, Founder

Writing Coaches

Literary Agents

Genres

Children’s & Young Adult Fiction

Contemporary & Women’s Fiction

Crime & Suspense

Fantasy & Science Fiction

Historical Fiction

Literary Fiction

Literary Fiction

Louise Dean

Founder & author

‘With all the resources of the novelist's art.’

— J.M. Coetzee, Nobel Laureate for Literature

MA (Cantab), University of Cambridge

Betty Trask Prize winner

Booker Prize-listed

About

The Novelry

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What to expect

Founded by award-winning author Louise Dean, The Novelry is the fiction writing school where bestselling authors and experienced publishing editors guide you every step of the way.

You’ll follow a clear path from first idea to finished manuscript — with inspirational lessons, expert guidance, and live classes. Our program combines the standards of professional publishing with the warmth of a creative community.

Alumni

Our Graduates

Success Stories

Some of our published success stories

Janice Okoh

Janice Okoh’s Girl Number 8 will be published by Berkley (Penguin Random House U.S.) and Hemlock Press (HarperCollins U.K.)

Hannah Choi Paul

Hannah Choi Paul has signed with agent Nicole Cunningham at Trellis Literary Management for their debut novel, Hyori.

Resources

Free Resources

Idea Video Class

Drafting Video Class

From the blog

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Join The Novelry’s Big Write Challenge 2026: a 90-day writing sprint with bestselling authors, writing retreats, live classes, and expert support to finish your draft by December 16.

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Discover the story behind The Novelry’s new logo and why a budding flower captures our mission to grow writers.

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