Jericho Writers has a creative writing course for every writer – whether you prefer expert-led tuition or a self-paced approach through our Premium Membership. Beyond our online courses, we offer everything your book needs, from editing and mentoring to agent one-to-ones, live events, and festivals. Wherever you are in your writing journey, we’re with you for every word.
Founded in 2004 by bestselling author Harry Bingham, Jericho Writers is an online writing school and global community offering online writing courses, editorial services, and expert support for authors – the world’s most complete ecosystem for writers.
For over 20 years, we’ve helped writers develop their craft, improve their manuscripts and take the next step towards publication. We have multiple professional authors on the team and know the industry from the inside out. We work closely with leading literary agents and publishers, and are home to the Festival of Writing, the UK’s biggest and longest-running writing conference.
Take your writing to the next level with our range of both tutored and self-led online creative writing courses for every level. Taught by expert authors and publishing professionals that you can trust.
Perfect for new and experienced writers
Our most intensive course will help you write a publishable novel in one year with help from expert tutors and one-to-one mentoring. Payment options available.
From £3500
8-12 Months
Perfect for experienced writers
The ideal course for writers with a polished manuscript who are ready to self-publish their book successfully.
£2000
10 weeks
Perfect for new and experienced writers
Join former Chief Superintendent, author, and Police and Crime advisor Graham Bartlett as he unlocks the secrets of gripping crime fiction.
£1000
6 weeks
Perfect for experienced writers
Perfect for writers with a completed manuscript, this course explores the inner workings of the publishing industry. You’ll learn how to pitch your novel to agents, craft a compelling submission package and build your author brand.
£1495
8 Weeks
Perfect for experienced writers
Our most popular course for writers with a finished manuscript who are ready to start editing their own work.
£895
6 Weeks
Perfect for writers with a first draft
Join author, editor, and creative writing tutor Debi Alper to get to grips with the basics of self-editing your novel. Get past that messy first draft stage and start working towards a publishable manuscript.
£99 or FREE
Included in Premium Membership
Perfect for new writers
Join bestselling author Sam Jordison to master the art of creative non-fiction writing. Unlock your storytelling potential and start drafting your book with expert guidance.
£99 or FREE
Included in Premium Membership
Ideal for those with an edited manuscript
Guided by bestselling author and Head of Membership at Jericho Writers Becca Day, learn the basics of how to get a literary agent to represent your book.
£99 or FREE
Included in Premium Membership
Perfect for new writers
New to crime writing? Join Superintendent and bestselling crime author Graham Bartlett to learn the key principles of writing a compelling crime novel in this self-led video course.
£99 or FREE
Included in Premium Membership
Perfect for new writers
In four hour-long video lessons, the authors behind Jericho Writers will get you on the right track as you embark on a new year of writing.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for writers with a first draft
With guidance from Jericho Writers founder and author Harry Bingham, this six part course will teach you how to improve your novel, taking it from pretty good to great.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for new writers
Over six video lessons, expert editor and author Becky Hunter will guide you through the core elements of novel writing, from developing your initial idea to refining your writing.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for new writers
With guidance from Jericho Writers founder Harry Bingham, in just 6 weeks you’ll learn how to write a novel from initial idea to editing.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for new and experienced writers
In this course, author Melvin Burgess guides you through every stage of the novel-writing process—from developing your initial idea into a fully-formed plot to refining and editing your manuscript.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for writers with a finished draft
This self-led video course with Harry Bingham covers everything from finding a literary agent, to what to do after you land a traditional publishing deal.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for new & experienced writers
Ready to take control of your publishing journey? This self-paced course, led by bestselling author Gwyn GB, is designed for beginners who want to learn the ins and outs of self-publishing.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
Perfect for indie authors
Learn the fundamentals of running your own Amazon Ads as an author, with self-publishing expert Nicholas Erik.
FREE
Exclusive to Premium Members
From just £15 a month, our members get online events (including monthly agent Q&As), 280+ masterclasses, 10+ self-paced video courses, free query letter reviews, and our AgentMatch database of 1400+ agents across the globe. All that, wrapped up in a committed and passionate community of writers like you.
We were founded by writers and are run by writers. Premium Membership gives you the most complete ecosystem in which to grow, flourish – and make friends.
Get a professional editor for your book and clear, constructive feedback on your writing. Whether you need feedback on your opening chapters, a full manuscript assessment, or developmental editing, we’ll identify what’s working, where improvements are needed and how to strengthen your book.
On average, literary agents are interested in 1 in every 100 manuscripts they are sent. For our Ultimate Novel Writing Programme students, this figure is 1 in 3. Out of our students, editorial clients, Premium Members, and Festival of Writing attendees, over 300 of our writing community have gone on to achieve incredible success.
Will your story be the next to join them?
Take your writing further with expert support, professional feedback, and a thriving community. Whether you’re preparing to query agents, looking for a writing mentor, attending our Festival of Writing, or connecting with fellow writers online, we’re here to help you achieve your writing goals.
Some writers come to us to begin. Others come to refine a draft, find expert support, or prepare for publication. We’re run by writers so we know what it’s like – and we know how to help.
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