Scott Edelstein, author of The Complete Writer’s Kit, 100 Things Every Writer Needs to Know, and other books for writers, can help you reach your creative and professional goals faster, with fewer problems, less stress, and less effort.

Scott has over 35 years of experience as a professional writer, ghostwriter, editor, writing and publishing consultant, literary agent, and instructor. He knows what works and what doesn’t; how things actually are vs. how writers imagine them to be; which information sources are helpful and which ones do more harm than good; which services and opportunities for writers are most valuable; and which ones are scams or schemes. In his classes and workshops, Scott offers inside information, insights, and strategies you won’t find anywhere else.

Whether you want to take your first steps as a writer, complete the project you’ve worked on for some time, get your work published, or build a career as a writer, Scott can help you live your writing dreams and avoid common pitfalls, problems, and nightmares.

Let Scott help you create the writing projects, the writing career, or the writing life you most desire.

CLASSES run from two to six 90-minute sessions, once a week. When you enroll in a class, you will be asked to take part in all sessions.

WORKSHOPS last 90 minutes and meet only once.

THREE WAYS TO TAKE A CLASS OR WORKSHOP:

In Real Time by Phone or Internet Choose webinar for live audio and video streaming via your computer; or teleconference to receive the audio feed by telephone. Handouts are available as internet downloads. Complete instructions will be sent to you when you register.

Convenience Courses Many workshops and classes will soon be available though internet downloads or CDs that you may access at your own convenience. Watch Scott’s newsletter for future announcements.

In-person A small number of workshops are offered through The Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis, MN. Registration is through The Loft.

Note: Class and workshop calendars are updated frequently. Please check back often.

To receive periodic updates on upcoming workshops and classes, plus new free stuff for writers, subscribe to Scott’s bi-weekly newsletter. It features regular articles from Scott plus other good things of interest to writers. And, it’s FREE.  Sign up now!

CLASSES are a series of from 3 to 6 sessions, once a week, on a specific topic. When you enroll in a class, you will be take part in all sessions.

WORKSHOPS are a single session on a specific topic.

THREE WAYS to TAKE A CLASS or WORKSHOP

Real Time By Phone or Internet Webinars and teleconferences allow distance learning by what’s easy for you.  Choose webinars for live streaming via your computer; or teleconference to receive the audio feed by telephone. Handouts are available as internet downloads.  Complete instructions will be sent to you when you register.

Convenience Courses Many workshops and classes are available though internet downloads or CDs that you may access at your own convenience.

In-person Classes are offered periodically at various locations through The Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis, MN. Registration is through the Loft, via the link provided.

Note: Course materials may differ slightly to accommodate the learning option chosen. Class and workshop calendars are updated frequently. Check back often.

To receive periodic updates on new and upcoming seminars, workshops, classes, special reports, and audio downloads, subscribe to Scott’s bi-weekly newsletter. It’s free, and features regular articles from Scott as well as visiting writers, editors, agents, publishers – even writing students.

Q.  I will call from outside the US or Canada.  What should I do?
A.   Send an email at least two days before the class or workshop and we will provide access codes. Your email should be directed to:  contact@helpingwriters.com

Q.  Is there an additional cost if I participate by teleconference?
A.   The teleconference option is toll free for all US and Canadian numbers, but there may be additional charges for calls from other countries.

Q.  I can’t hear the sound through my computer.  What should I do?
A.   First, be sure your speakers or earphones are turned on and the volume setting on your screen is turned up. Check your computer’s settings (usually under preferences) to be sure your speakers are operating. Some speakers have physical volume knobs or buttons as well. A separate volume control for the webinar itself will appear in the lower left of your screen. Turn up this volume control as well.

Q.  I’ve tried everything and I still cannot hear.
A.   Some older computers require additional external speakers or earphones. Join the teleconference by phone while keeping your computer screen active. There will be a slight time lag between the video screen and the phone audio, but this option does work quite well.

Q.  Do I need to print out the class materials in advance?
A.   We will provide you with electronic files of all class materials. We strongly encourage you to print out these materials and have them available during your class or workshop. You should receive these materials two weeks prior to your workshop date or your first class session. If you do not have them two days before your session, send an email to: contact@helpingwriters.com

Q.  How can I ask questions?
A.   Students who join via the internet can ask questions during the session by using the chat function. However, all students will be able to ask questions afterward. Scott will answer all questions via phone and/or email, and will issue group emails for answers that can benefit all students. Your options for asking questions:

• Email them to:  contact@helpingwriters.com
• Call our Question Line at 612-929-2699 and leave your question in the voice-mail message box. Leave your name, workshop title, phone number, and email address.
• Scott will take your questions up to three days after your workshop or the final session of your class.

Q.  Do I need to have a PayPal account in order to register for a class or workshop?
A.   No. Our shopping cart system encourages PayPal, but you may pay online using Visa, MasterCard, DiscoverCard, or American Express. Simply click “proceed to confirmation” below the “pay via PayPal” window and you will be given credit card options.

Q.  May I pay by check or money order?
A.   Yes, but your check or money order must clear before we can enter you into the registration system. To register and pay by mail, print out the registration page in the shopping cart, fill out all relevant sections, and send the information with your check or money order to: Scott Edelstein, HelpingWriters.com, 3947 Excelsior Boulevard, Suite 121, Minneapolis, MN 55416. Make checks payable to HelpingWriters.com

Q.  May I register on the same day as the first class or workshop?
A.   No. Registrations for classes and workshops conducted as webinars and teleconferences close 72 hours before the workshop or first class session. This allows time for students to receive and print out their instructions and handouts. For in-person classes, registrations may be handled by a sponsoring organization (such as the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis). Each sponsor has different registration policies. Follow the appropriate links to learn more.

Q.  What if my question has not been answered in the information above?
A.   Email us at contact@helpingwriters.com or call the Q&A hotline, 612-929-2699. We will try to reach you as quickly as possible.