What can WriterSpark do for you?
With self-paced, online courses, informative articles, and relevant podcasts, WriterSpark is a powerful resource for you as you navigate your writing journey.
The Courses
Learn by taking one of our courses on fiction, cozy mystery, or memoir writing
The Craft
Learn from our articles and writing tips, the hero’s journey database, one-to-one coaching, and freelance editing
The Podcast
Learn about the business and craft of writing from experienced authors and industry experts
Learn from an Industry Expert
Learn from an Industry Expert
Hi, I’m Melissa Bourbon: bestselling author, writing instructor, freelance editor, writing coach, and podcaster. Trust me, I’ve been where you are, which is why I created WriterSpark. It’s about paying it forward, and sharing
what I’ve learned over the past two decades. I’d love to help you on your writing journey.
I’m a #1 Amazon and National Bestselling author, teacher, and Pinterest strategist.
But I was once where you are. I had the dream of writing a book, but I didn’t know where or how to start. I loved reading, but I didn’t actually know how to craft a story. I was a creative person who had to learn through trial and error how to make it in the publishing world.
I built WriterSpark Academy as a way to pay it forward. I’ve taken what I’ve learned in almost two decades in the publishing industry to help aspiring writers—
and writers who want a refresher or need inspiration—grow in their craft and reach their dreams.
Every bit of content in each course comes from my learning and experience, and it has been tried and taught to other people just like you. I’ve taken aspiring authors and guided them on their journey to publication. The thrill of seeing that first book published is almost as exciting for me as it is for the author!
Through each course, I’ll be right here with you, accessible through the course forums and WriterSpark’s private community Facebook group.
Start your journey now…ignite your WriterSpark!
WriterSpark Courses
Stop dreaming and start WRITING.
WriterSpark Courses
Now is the time to start turning your dream of writing a book into reality. WriterSpark’s self-paced, online courses are designed with YOU in mind. Whether you want to write a novel, a mystery, or a memoir, each course will take you through the process. By the time you’re finished, you will be well on your way to making your dream of writing a book a reality.
What Classes Do You Offer?
Our master courses are:
Pinterest Power for Authors (Learn how to use Pinterest to market your books and build your brand: for beginners and beyond!)
How to Write Fiction: 30 Days to Craft Your Novel (everything you need to learn how to write a novel)
How to Write a Cozy Mystery (everything you need to write a cozy mystery)
What’s Your Story? How to Write a Memoir (everything you need to write your memoir)
How long will I have access to my course?
When you purchase a WriterSpark Course, you have unlimited access forever! If the platform ever changes, you will be given access to that.
Our courses are hosted on Podia.com
How does one-to-one coaching work?
Coaching can be purchased by the hour or in 10 one-hour sessions. I work closely with my coaching clients to establish core needs and desired outcomes. From there, we develop a plan which guides our sessions.