Testimonials

I never imagined I could get such a solid grounding in copywriting in just four weeks. Athena is the dream instructor -- thorough, responsive, and endlessly encouraging. She knows this stuff backwards and forwards, and more importantly she knows how to bring out your best efforts. My highest recommendation! - John Dummer

Now I'm not usually a testimonials type of gal. HOWEVER, Breaking into Copywriting delivered and then some. Fabulous course, content & a wonderful instructor. I now have the confidence to pursue writing full-time, to tread my own path and leave a trail, which hopefully one day others may follow. - Jessica Brooks

Do you want to create interest in everything you do? Breaking into Copywriting is a great step in that direction! Athena’s enthusiasm for the subject is infectious. Her lessons, suggestions and counsel are invaluable assets in my writing career. - Peter Schuyler

Breaking into Copywriting was an incredibly useful introduction to the world of writing ad copy. Athena offered great insight into what it takes to be successful as a copywriter and I personally feel prepared to delve confidently into the world of advertising because of her help and instruction. - Matt Pera

Breaking into Copywriting was very informative, chock-full of useful approaches and commercial resources for independent copywriters. - Diane Liberman

I'm continually grateful for your course [Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience] and what I learned. I find that I'm more critical...wanting to change or re-write books and films I experience...an interesting exercise in itself. - August McLaughlin

Thanks Tom [Thomas Sawyer - Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience]. Your straightforward, useful, practical advice that paid such meticulous attention to detail has been one of the best writing experiences I've ever had. - Andy Wehrle

I just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying this [Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience] already!! I love your [Thomas Sawyer] teaching style and this assignment really helped me to begin to shape a project that I've been sitting on for quite a while. Figuring out the beginning, middle and end (even though they might change in the process of writing) is an incredibly helpful tool for me!!! Thanks!!! - Diane Gottlieb

An excellent course that is well-planned and inspiring. Jon Dorf walks you through exercises in character, dialogue, and story which build the foundation of your play. His critiques are balanced and insightful, offering excellent advice while still encouraging you as a writer. Highly recommended. - Pamela Turner

I've thanked you, Tom [Thomas Sawyer], so many times BUT now let me explain why I'm I grateful. You've restored my confidence, showed me the missing story/plot links and nudged me into thinking about what would capture the reader. Your comments were incredible. - Larramie

Great learning experience... Bless you for touching so many aspiring writers with your magic. [Given for Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience] - Stuart Davis

Your critique…was totally exciting. I've taken many courses in the past online and otherwise. This is the first one that showed me all there is to writing. Tom [Thomas Sawyer], you are the best instructor. You make me want to Write Better. - Barb Johnson

Great Class [Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience]! This has been a super four weeks. I've learned tons. Your lectures are very clear and easy to apply to my writing. Thanks again. - Pat

I have gotten more out of your course [Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience] than I ever thought possible. All of the comments/suggestions you've made have been so helpful, that I don't think I could have progressed without them. Thanks so much! - JPL

I really got a lot out of Evan Smith's class on How To Sell Your Screenplay. His lectures were easy to understand and very informative. What I like most was how he took a few of my phone pitches and written pitches and went line-by-line improving them. As an added bonus, after reviewing my improved pitches I saw how I could make my scripts much more suspenseful. Thanks for the great course. - Art Blum

A quick thank you for this wonderful course. I have been a student of UCLA Extension's Writers Program for the past 1 1/2 years so I am very familiar with online learning. Jon Dorf is one of the finest teachers I have worked with! His style, lectures, feedback and suggestions were all fantastic. He is extremely knowledgeable about his craft and an asset to The Writers Store. My only regret is that the class is 4 weeks long! I learned more from Jon in four weeks than in years of reading books on playwriting. Thank you for this fantastic opportunity. [Introduction to Playwriting student] - Jennifer Phillips

Storytelling: How To Write Stories That Will Grab And Hold Your Audience with Thomas B. Sawyer is a wonderful course. Mr. Sawyer helped me find the writer inside that I always knew was there! Bravo and thanks! - Nancy Taylor

Truly I got more from this online course [Screenwriting Basics] than from years of reading on my own and the instructor, Athena, answered our questions in a thoughtful and helpful manner. I'm now confident that I can put my ideas on paper for the first time. Thank you for a job well done. - Tabby Crabb

Wow! Karl Iglesias's class on Writing Dialogue for Emotional Impact gave me extremely valuable tools to improve my dialogue in my screenplays. I couldn't believe how affordable the course is. Do the exercises and Karl will give you feedback. I would vouch for his teaching and subject matter to anyone wanting to take Karl's class. Thanks a bunch, Karl:) - Sammy Montana

Screenwriting Basics has been really helpful in instilling focus and outlining the ground rules. Invaluable buoyage in the tempest. Many thanks. - Nick Skidmore

Just wanted you to know that by taking Screenwriting Basics, the information shared with me and the guidance I received is priceless. - Nancy Schiller

Screenwriting Basics was enormously helpful to me in getting my screenplay out of my head and onto paper. Michael Eldridge's lesson plans were excellent. They took a lot of work, but it was the work and his wonderful feedback that made this class worth the ride. I know what was developed and, as importantly, eliminated from my idea at this early stage will save me hours of redrafting in the future. - Beth Foehl

Screenwriting Basics marks a terrific turning point in my career as a screenwriter. This course rocks! - Julie Joyce

Screenwriting Basics was my first ever on-line course. It won an Oscar in both categories - to on-line coursework as a valuable and convenient way to learn, and to Michael Eldrige for inspiring instruction and insightful, thorough, and helpful critiques of my work. - Cynthia Kelly

I'm always interested in honing my craft but unfortunately with such a hectic agenda, I never have the time to take courses. But Writers University changed all that... Finally, classes I can take when I want to take them! - Richie Solomon