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THE MASTERCLASS

An invite-only week-long luxury residency at Harbor House Inn with New York Times bestselling author. Includes VIP access to all Third Coast Festival events.

The Academy

SEEDLING SERIES: 
the prelude

A fun, introductory session in the how-to's of writing.

May 3 - 5, 2026

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INTRODUCTORY SERIES:
the skeleton

The First Draft

An overarching course for a new story. Hook, voice, setting, and the stakes.

September 14 - 16, 2026

The Pacing Problem

Struggling to hold the reader's attention? 

September 16 - 18, 2026

The Architect's Edit

The structural revamp.

October 26 - 30, 2026

The Middle Muddle

Managing tension and subplots to combat the second act "sag."

September 28 - 30, 2026

Thematic Weaving

For writers who want to add depth and meaning.

September 30 - October 2, 2026

The Prose Polish

For writers with completed manuscripts looking for that final detailed polish.

November 9 - 13, 2026

The Climax

Crafting a satisfying and earned resolution.

October 12 - 14, 2026

Risky Business

We'll focus on defining and sharpening what's at risk for your characters.

October 14 - 16, 2026

The Business of Publishing

For serious writers getting ready for publication.

December 7 - 11, 2026

INTERMEDIARY SERIES: 
the soul

ADVANCED SERIES: 
the professional

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