Odyssey knows how to deliver instruction, and their online course on Scene and Sequel with Gregory Ashe took my writing to another level. I had read about Scene and Sequel in several sources, but it wasn’t until Greg broke down the process and helped me practice the techniques that this Read more…
In Ashe’s Scene & Sequel intensive, I learned how to better decipher how some writers create page turners and how I can better do that myself. I’ve tried to decipher how favorite authors do it, but until this course, the usefulness of my analyses was more miss than hit. I’m Read more…
I was looking for a course to really help me level-up my writing. Something beyond the usual how-to books and YouTube tutorials. Odyssey Online gave me what I needed in spades: the instructor was knowledgeable and helpful; the assignments were designed to help me grasp the material; there was just Read more…
The Odyssey Online course Scene and Sequel taught by Gregory Ashe was a great experience. I especially appreciated Greg’s enthusiasm, his willingness to share and discuss techniques both in and out of class, and the insights he gave me into using scene and sequel to hone my pacing. It was Read more…
I’ve taken two Odyssey classes over a couple of years. I now use the techniques I learned there for every story I write. Not only have those lessons been incorporated into the stories I’ve published since, but they have made me more confident in approaching any story I can dream Read more…
Odyssey is one of the most respected workshops in the world for writers of fantasy, science fiction, and horror. My problem? I don’t write any of those things. I write gay romance. So I admit I was a little hesitant at first. The reason I decided to apply for the Read more…
The Angled Dialogue class transformed the way I write. In my attempts to “pile on trouble,” my characters were losing agency and getting stuck reacting. My dialogue also labored under inadequate character goals and motivation. Greg helped me see these limitations and understand ways to correct them. I now have Read more…
The Odyssey “Angled Dialogue” class delivers on the promise of its premise. Although I felt that dialog was one of my strengths as a writer, the class with its curated readings, summary lectures, and self-reflections succeeded in deepening my understanding of the craft. I especially enjoyed the specific techniques taught. Read more…
I loved the Odyssey Writing Workshop – Writer’s Toolkit! The course content was valuable, thought provoking and easy to incorporate into your writing practice. The instructor, Gregory Ashe, was knowledgeable and engaging. The writing exercises with critiques provided immediate feedback to use to improve your writing skill. Excellent course. I Read more…
I got so much out of Odyssey’s workshop, “The Writer’s Toolkit.” Greg presented us with tools and resources that I will use in my writing from now on. After this class, I feel better equipped to tackle my work-in-progress, have confidence in my process, and have a revived enthusiasm for Read more…