Live Writing Workshop

March - June 2025

If you have a finished or partially finished draft (novel/novella manuscript, memoir, creative nonfiction, short stories, essays, flash, poetry), and you’re looking for an enriching experience while finishing your book, welcome.

This is your community.

Let’s craft your story.

Together.

SAVE MY SEAT

What you’ll get

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Complete your book with feedback along the way from a professional editor and book coach
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12 weekly Zoom calls with a creative community of like-minded, passionate writers who will also serve as your beta readers
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Thoughtful instruction curated specifically based on the needs of each member of the workshop, ensuring you get what you need to elevate your craft
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A fast-track education to getting your book published, plus templates and insider knowledge of the publishing industry
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1:1 book coaching during your workshop week, plus 10 additional weeks of group instruction and creative growth
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Find your authorial voice within our group, and learn how to properly execute the book you’ve been dreaming of

Amanda is so good at what she does. I was not a writer before working with her, but somehow she was able to inspire and help me take my one page idea into a 60+ page children's chapter book. She navigated me through the literary world and really set me up for success.

Leanne Glace, author of The Day the Earth Went Missing
Amanda is a big picture visionary. She holds the many themes, ideas, plots, and characters within the larger framework of your story and its purpose. I learned much more about myself as a person and writer through the process. You can expect her to refine your manuscript, guide you through publishing, and support you all the way.

Stephen Peisner, author of The Cave: Discovering a New Vision of Masculine Identity
Amanda knew I had it within me. Because of her program, I became a much better, more confident writer. If you are considering going through the writing program, or just need an amazing editor, you should choose Amanda to walk through this process with you.

Deb Lumos, author of The Art of Love

Curated Lessons

Each week, the group will be given a curated workshop, designed specifically to fit the needs and wants of the group. Topics can include everything from character development to executing dialogue to story structure to managing the emotional journey of writing a book. This group is meant to be an incubator for its members, so our lessons will be designed as needed.

Professional Editing & Feedback

Meet your instructor, Amanda Filippelli. With 12+ years experience as a professional writer and editor in the publishing industry, you’re investing in not only valuable insights into your creative writing but your future as an author.

Group Workshopping

The group workshop dynamic is a magical communal experience unlike anything else for a writer. Each week, the group will prepare to focus on one member’s manuscript, with everyone lending their own editorial perspective. By exploring each other’s work, you’ll be able to find new depths in your own.

A Path to Publishing

Whether you aspire to score a literary agent, go indie, or self-publish, this workshop will give you all the knowledge and tools you need to embark on your own publishing path with confidence.

-Katherine Mansfield, author of Original Works by Katharine Hughes

“Amanda is the best coach in the game.

Highly regarded in the literary world—she's an incredible writer, Amanda knows craft and the industry. More than that, she cares about your work and will work hard to help you achieve your goals. From our first meeting, she helped me gain a clearer understanding of what story I wanted to tell and how best to tell it. Amanda challenged me, pushed me to be the best writer I can be, and cheered me on. She isn't a yes woman. Amanda knows what you're capable of, and through various assignments, tough questions, and weekly meetings, she's there to help you along the writing journey. I don't think I could’ve finished my first book without Amanda's guidance, and investing in her is the best investment I've made!”

Limited Enrollment