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Short Stories Mentorship
Do you want to write short stories that pack a punch?
12 coaching sessions | 12 short story appraisals | 12 months of learning
You show up to the page. You add word after word, but it feels like you’re just doing the same thing over and over again. Do you wish there was someone who could read your stories and give you consistent, valuable feedback?
That is exactly what you want, right?
Join Mia for the intensive short story programme. The programme offers you the opportunity to work with a writing teacher on a monthly basis, from January to December, who will evaluate your draft story and give you kind, constructive feedback before posting it on the site or submitting to a competition or publication.
How does it work?
One week after the prompt is published you submit your story to Mia. In the next ten days, you will have a coaching session during which Mia will work through your story with you. You will have the last two weeks to rewrite your story before submitting in time for the 12 Short Stories deadline. Mia will read your final draft on the site.
If you aren’t ready for the challenge yet, Mia will send you a prompt. Using the prompt is optional. You will submit your story one week later. Mia will work through your story and share her evaluation with you. You will be able to rewrite your story and submit to Mia again, before your next consultation.
Is this programme for you?
Do you want professional, personal feedback on your stories? The coaching sessions are student-lead and are adapted to your level of writing experience. You can choose where you want to focus your efforts and in which areas you would like to improve. The added accountability will help you create a routine with the support of a fixed timeline.
How much is it?
$
This programme includes twelve 45-minute sessions and twelve appraisals.
Plus
- Free entry to the 12 Short Stories 2020 short story competition valued at $35
- A free copy of the Write the Crap Out of It eBook (Published in 2019), valued at $11.45
The coaching sessions are student-lead. Mia explains and guides and helps you to brainstorm ideas and fill gaps. The session includes an appraisal of that month’s story.
The sessions will be via Zoom, Skype or Facebook video.
Limited spaces are available.
If you are already a Level 2 | Serious Deadline member you can upgrade to Level 3 | Awesome Deadline For $400. Please contact Mia.
Payment via PayPal. Please go to Account/All membership Levels/add the level 3.
What you will learn during the year:
- How to find ideas no matter what.
- How to manage your writing time and work to a fixed timeline.
- How to learn from your own stories.
- What you excel at as a writer.
- What you can improve as a writer.
The following topics are covered during sessions:
- Plot
- Viewpoint
- Character
- Dialogue
- Pace
- Description
- Setting
- Show, don’t tell
- Brainstorming ideas
- Writing a series of short stories
- Writing routines
- Publication advice
- Writing the inciting moment
- Writing the end
- Layering your story
What materials do I need to participate in the programme?
A computer, a willingness to learn and an internet connection with Skype or Facebook Video.
A profile on 12 Short Stories. You will need the profile to make payment, but you do not have to post your stories.
How do I submit my story?
Participating in the challenge:
- One week after the prompt has been published send your story to mia@12shortstories.com.
- During the next ten days, your consultation session will take place via Zoom, Skype or Facebook Video.
- Rewrite your story, if necessary.
- Submit your story on the day of the deadline. Mia will find your story on the site.
Not participating in the challenge:
- Mia will send you a prompt. Using the prompt is optional. One week after you receive the prompt you send your story to mia@12shortstories.com.
- During the next ten days, your consultation session will take place via Skype or Facebook Video.
- Rewrite your story, if necessary.
- Submit to Mia again on the agreed-upon deadline.
Terms and Conditions:
This is a commitment to yourself and your writing. Please note, this fee is non-refundable. It is valid for 12 consecutive months only. The timeline is created around both our schedules and time zones.
Payment via PayPal. Please go to Account/All membership Levels/add the level 3.
What are you waiting for?
Sign up and get writing.
Can I talk to a human?
Yes, Mia would be happy to chat. Please mail her at mia@12shortstories.com.