Online Courses for Writers
Level-up your craft, get published, and join a supportive community of writers.
Welcome, Writers!
Are you looking to spark new ideas, refine your work, or achieve your publishing dreams? My courses are designed to support every stage of your creative journey. Each one includes personalized guidance and detailed feedback on your assignments to help you grow as a writer and achieve your goals.
Explore the options below to find the right fit for you and start transforming your writing!
Generate New Writing
Prose Poetry
Jul 9–20, 2025
Dive into the world of prose poetry with inspiring prompts, thought-provoking readings, and personalized feedback. In this 10-day course, you'll wield the power of narrative and lyricism while refining your voice and deepening your craft.
Revise & Deepen Your Writing
Deeper Drafts
Aug 10–31, 2025
Refine your writing and deepen your drafts with this three-work course filled with creative revising lessons. You’ll combine inspiration with technique to make your writing more resonant and impactful.
Revision Love
Next session: Spring 2026
Become a skillful editor of your own writing, with helpful assignments from an author and a literary magazine editor (that’s me!). Gain confidence as you bring your revision skills—and writing career—to the next level.
Publish & Shine!
Lit Mag Love
Next Session: October 2025
Ready for a big “YES” for your writing from lit mags you love? Learn to submit your writing the right way for you. Join us in this six-week live course session to get results from your submissions and kick-start your writing career.
What writers say about my courses:
Rachel deeply cares about helping emerging and established writers. She believes in building and cultivating writing communities—spaces for writers to meet, share work, get feedback, and grow.
Rachel’s kind and wise instruction, her learning format, and the beautiful group of writers she attracts will keep you going through the darkest nights of the soul.
Being part of Lit Mag Love and working with Rachel Thompson transformed my writing by opening avenues to publications, developing community, and furthering my commitment to craft.
Rachel is a fantastic mentor and I highly recommend this course.
1-1 Coaching
Looking for more personal support with your writing?
Work with me one-on-one to develop your writing project. My coaching will help you stay accountable to your writing goals and deepen the emotional resonance of your writing.
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