online writing classes with Alan Watt

Marry the wildness of your imagination to the rigor of structure to tell compelling stories.

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winter workshops

Join the 80,000+ writers who have taken the 90-day journey!

story day

Jan 12th

In this powerful one-day workshop Live-on-Zoom, I will take you through the process of connecting to the core of your story and marry your passion to craft.

the 90-day novel®

begins jan 13th

The 90-Day Novel® is a Live-on-Zoom workshop with Alan Watt that will take you from initial idea to the completion of your novel's first draft in 90 days.

the 90-day memoir®

begins jan 30th

The 90-Day Memoir® is a day-by-day investigation into a particular series of events that in some way shaped you. What was impossible to accomplish in ten years becomes possible in 90 days, by accessing your subconscious.

story day

Jan. 12th

Frank Wilderson

“I went $64,000 in debt for my MFA in creative writing. After taking The 90-Day Novel® workshop, I wonder why.”

Frank B. Wilderson III
Winner of The American Book Award for his memoir, Incognegro

Jessica Sharzer

“I cannot recommend Al highly enough. He's my guy. If you take your career seriously, make him yours.”

Jessica Sharzer
Screenwriter, A Simple Favor, co-exec producer of American Horror Story

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“Al’s 90-Day Novel® is the best workshop I've ever taken. Writing has become a daily practice.”

Jennifer L. Scott
New York Times bestselling author of Lessons From Madame Chic

Amazon's #1 book on writing

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stephen-pressfield

“The 90-Day Novel® is a treasure trove of insight. Two thumbs up!”
Steven Pressfield, Bestselling Author of The War of Art

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8-day Tuscany writing retreat

Spring 2025

women on the verge of a breakthrough

A weekly 2-hour gathering of dedicated women (and for all who identify as she/her) who come together to write and share their work in a creative and supportive environment that deepens over time. It is your place to connect, to grow, to take risks, and to soar.

Now Available! True Tales from The 90-Day Memoir: Pandemic Stories

Early 2020 saw 7.8 billion people go into lockdown as a result of Coronavirus 19. Twenty authors from L.A. Writers' Lab share their particular experiences that occurred during this unprecedented time.

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