A college alternative for writers.

Learn the writing & business skills you need to get published and support yourself financially.

You Don’t Need to Give Up Your Writing Dreams

Many writers find themselves lost for good options.

  • Writing degrees don’t normally focus on genre fiction or novel-writing.
  • Friends and family tell them getting published is like winning the lottery.
  • They struggle to find the mentorship and guidance they need to move forward.

What if there was a better way?

“I can say without reservation that this is one of the best things that ever happened to my writing and to me as a person. If your goal is to be an author, I can’t recommend The Author Conservatory highly enough.

Sarah Pagel

Class of 2024

We provide the laser-focused educational experience you’re looking for.

Learn about the three distinctives of our online program:

Character

We take a holistic approach & care about our students as people first.

Craft

Students are personally mentored by professionals to value substance before style.

Career

We have a “No Starving Artists” policy and train our students to be entrepreneurs.

“I will never be a starving artist, and I have the Author Conservatory to thank for that.”

Juliet Artman

Class of 2024

Learn One-on-One from Authors, Editors & Entrepreneurs

Our faculty have achieved real world success in the fields of writing & business.

Brett Harris

Brett Harris

Kara Swanson

Kara Swanson

Katie Phillips

Katie Phillips

Brian O'Rear

Brian O'Rear

Jaquelle Ferris

Jaquelle Ferris

Joanne Bischof

Joanne Bischof

Margaret McGriff

Margaret McGriff

Becky Kopitzke

Becky Kopitzke

Graduate in 3 years with…

A mastery of the fundamentals of fiction.

Two full-length projects written with coaching & direction from writing professionals.

A viable financial strategy for writing & entrepreneurship. 

The tools necessary for your own business venture that earns money at a high hourly rate.

A network of writing peers and professional industry connections to support your career.

“Kara said she hoped this place would be my Inklings. Well, she was right, it is. There’s no where else I feel more at home than with you guys. Thank you, thank you, thank you!”

Olivia Booms

Class of 2024

How to Apply:

1

Fill Out An Application

Apply as soon as you know you’re interested. You’re not making any commitment by applying.

2

Talk With Admissions

We’ll explore if we’re the right fit—and if you’d need to build more experience before joining.

3

Choose Your Start Date

If accepted, you can select the starting month that’s best for you (as long as it still has open spots).

Apply for the Conservatory

Space is limited. Apply today to schedule a free, no-pressure informational call.

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