Finding your way as a writer of prose, poetry/spoken word
Who
Creative writers new to poetry/spoken word/fiction who want to learn about the essential elements of writing and the business skills to establish yourself in print or on stage.
Where
Zoom/Online (for now)
When
TBD with registrants. I’ll work with you on when we’ll begin the course.
For How Long
Weekly 45-minute meetings for 8 weeks
Cost
Enter your email below for details.
Learn:
- How to develop the confidence to write the stories you want to tell.
- The tools every creative needs, such as writing compelling scenes, creating engaging characters, and expertly editing first drafts.
- Find out the essential skills and knowledge you need to establish yourself as a working artist.
I’ll Coach You to Develop:
- Powerful and engaging stories in the creative-writing genre of your choosing
- A strong grasp on the writing voice you’d like to cultivate
- A foundational understanding of the publishing/performance opportunities available to you
Course Summary:
Ideal for beginner-to-intermediate level writers, this course focuses on the essential ingredients you need to craft the stories you want to tell. We’ll work to ensuring your writing is sharp and tight, while laying out your goals as a writer and finding the best strategy to reach those milestones. Editorial feedback will be available for any new work you create during this course. We’ll also work together to answer these questions: What stories are important to you as a creative writer? How can you instill discipline in your writing practice? What are the best publishing opportunities available?
Testimonial from Alan Ackerman, Professor, English Department, at the University of Toronto:
“David Silverberg is fabulous poet and a generous teacher for my class called “Performing the City.” After talking about Whitman, poetry, performance, and song, I asked David to perform his own poetry and then to run a workshop for the students to try expressing themselves through spoken word. David was more than an enthusiastic collaborator. Always attentive to the students’ own diverse backgrounds and learning needs, David fostered a safe and dynamic learning environment, sparking creativity even among the most reticent. I learned a lot too. I would encourage all teachers of contemporary poetry to invite this kind and thoughtful poet to their classrooms.”
Get the course outline
My clients include
as writer
articles
I honestly can’t wait to teach you how to be a better writer
WRITER TRAINING
& COACHING
Customized 1-on-1 personal workshops and coaching for writers of any age, any genre (fiction, poetry/spoken word, non-fiction, theatre, etc).
EVALUATING
& EDITING YOUR WORK
Deep edits of your projects, from editorial pitches to articles to novels-in-progress to solo shows to poetry.
YOUR PASSION CAN ALSO BE YOUR CAREER
If you want to turn your love of writing into a professional creative career, I can help you work towards that goal. Creative writing doesn't just have to be a hobby.
SHARING ADVICE I’VE LEARNED IN THE PAST 20 YEARS
I’ve never revealed these lessons on improving your creative writing and landing more publishing opportunities. With Become a Better Writer, you’ll get practical advice on improving your writing skills AND getting paid for your work.
“David is a hard-working and talented writer. He comes up with great ideas, and always meets his deadlines. As importantly, he is very friendly and easy to work with.”
“If you are curious about journalism, then definitely turn to David for insight and guidance. I’m grateful for the time he’s spent teaching me and I hope to engage with him further in the future.”
“David Silverberg has been a guest speaker at Brain Power – Canada’s award-winning enrichment education provider to bright and talented youth – for many years. He has provided workshops on journalism, performance poetry, and writing to junior high and high schoolers and left them inspired and informed each and every time. David is not only a consummate professional, he is also an empathetic speaker, a role model, and a font of wisdom. Brain Power prides itself on providing academically-inclined students with top-notch transformative learning experiences – and David’s workshops always deliver.”
“I can’t say enough about David. He is professional, intelligent, focused, and personable. David is excellent at solving challenging predicaments through sheer brainpower and effective collaboration. While deftly overcoming immediate obstacles, David has an impressive ability to focus on the future and initiate ideas and processes that will create value over time. David is reliable and highly competent.”
“I am new to freelancing and David provided me with useful tips and advice on pitching and other skills, drawing upon his considerable experience as a journalist. He showed me how to better organize as a freelance writer, particularly when it comes to invoicing and bookkeeping. I am grateful for his expertise!”
Try a coaching sessions on creative writing or non-fiction. In this one-hour discussion/workshop, we'll focus Read more
Learn how to elevate your creative skills and discover new ways to reach your audience Read more
How to strengthen your freelance business and diversify your income stream Learn how to access Read more
The basics of non-fiction freelancing Learn how to succeed in freelance journalism, even if you're Read more