Choose and Refine Your Idea

Guidance and Activities to Help You Select the Perfect Idea for your Book

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When it comes to writing a book, not every idea is a good idea right out of the gate, but every idea can become a good idea. This class shows you how to create, connect with, and clarify your idea. Make sure your idea has got what it takes to sustain a book, whether a novel or memoir.


Your Instructor


Jess Lourey
Jess Lourey

Jessica (Jess) Lourey teaches, travels, and writes about secrets.

She's the Amazon Charts bestselling Lefty, Agatha, and Anthony-nominated author of nonfiction, YA adventure, magical realism, suspense, and thrillers. Jess is a tenured professor of writing and sociology, a recipient of The Loft's Excellence in Teaching fellowship, a Psychology Today blogger, a leader of writing retreats, and a TEDx presenter. Check out her TEDx Talk to discover the surprising inspiration behind May Day, her first published novel. In addition to her online courses, she teaches face-to-face writing workshops for all and leads transformative writing retreats for women.

When not traveling, reading, writing, or hanging out with her family, you can find her dreaming of her next story. You can find out more about Jess on her website and by signing up for her newsletter.


Course Curriculum


  START HERE—Choose and Refine Your Idea Course Preparation
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  Module 1--Connect to Your Good Idea
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  Module 2--Refine Your Good Idea
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Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.
What do I do if I experience technical difficulties?
Teachable has a page set up with troubleshooting tips. It provides contact information at the end of the page should you need further help: https://support.teachable.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000115971.

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