About On Writing With Brandon Sanderson | Full Writing Lectures (2025)
Brandon Sanderson's iconic writing course is back for an updated 2025 edition. Come one, come all, class is in session for aspiring fantasy and science fiction writers!
Review your lecture notes here: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogs/blog
How To Worldbuild on Earth? - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #9 (2025)
Brandon Sanderson is back in class answering some of the questions that burned within the hearts of his students. He delves deep into the philosophy of worldbuilding within your novels along with provides expert knowledge on ways to make it better. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&...
29 Apr 2025
An Ending and A Beginning — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #12 (2025)
Brandon Sanderson returns for his last class of 2025, doing one final Q&A to some of the most asked questions from the class. Thank you all for joining us, now go write that book! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check h...
29 Apr 2025
What Publishing Does For You — Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #11 (2025)
What's your biggest question about traditional publishing? In the penultimate episode of Brandon Sanderson’s 2025 Writing Lecture Series, we return to the world of publishing. Brandon breaks down the role of literary agents, how to find one, what they actually do for authors, and how to effectively pitch your book — whether to an agent, editor, or industry professional. New to the series? Watch the full playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSH_xM-KC3ZvzkfVo_Dls0B5GiE2oMcLY ...
29 Apr 2025
How Publishing Works - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #10 (2025)
This week on Brandon Sanderson's writing lecture series, we dive into the publishing side of the writing world. We take a close look at how the publishing industry came to be what it is today, what steps your book goes through when publishing with the Big 5, and how contracts look in the professional world of book writing. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsan...
26 Mar 2025
The Tools to Make Your Worlds Better - Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #8 (2025)
As the creator of worlds such as Roshar, Scadrial, and the Cosmere as a whole, Brandon Sanderson gives you all the tools you need to help bring your worldbuilding to the next level. That and more on this lecture on how to better your writing! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db...
The master of magic systems is back with an updated lecture on Sanderson's Laws of Magic --- three rules designed to elevate any story, whether sci-fi/fantasy or not. Welcome back to Brandon Sanderson's classroom, everyone! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in si...
5 Mar 2025
Customizing your Character: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #6 (2025)
Last week we talked about how to make your characters worth rooting for (or against), but this week we're diving into the part of your characters readers are going to see on the page. In other words, lecture #6 is a deep dive into customizing your character's personality using Brandon Sanderson's slider methodology. Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box ...
Brandon Sanderson returns for the 2025 Writing Lecture with his first deep dive into Character and the sliding scales of Proactivity, Relatability, and Capability. Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in signed books and swag? Check here: https://www.dragonste...
Brandon Sanderson brings you the first exclusive Q&A for the 2025 writing lecture series! He goes over some of the question you have asked from all over the internet including how to writing specific plot arcs, what plot structures are needed for specific stories, and many others! Audio version available wherever podcasts can be found! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2447316 Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Sta...
7 Feb 2025
Q&A on Plot: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #4 (2025)
This week Brandon takes questions on the last two classes on plot theory. Now you can participate as well! Make sure to check out the last two lectures and this Q&A, then comment below (on this video) and Brandon will film an exclusive session featuring your questions. Review the lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/3WRnVot Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brando...
31 Jan 2025
The Philosophy of Professional Writing: Brandon Sanderson's Writing Lecture #1 (2025)
Brandon Sanderson's iconic writing course is back for a new 2025 edition. Come one, come all, class is in session for aspiring fantasy and science fiction writers! Review your lecture notes here: https://bit.ly/40lvu7V Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 84003 Stay up to date by following my newsletter: https://brandonsanderson.us10.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=7d056bb7596a3e617f82004b2&id=fa68f14db0 Interested in ...
Welcome back to class! We've arrived at the second part of Brandon's plot theory lectures. In this lecture, we're taking a deep dive into different story structures and how you can use principles from any or all of them to create a framework for your story. From the Hero's Journey to Three Act Structure to Story Circle, you'll get an overview of each famous structure. Let's get started! Want to send me something to open? Dragonsteel Entertainment ATTN: Adam P.O Box 698 American Fork, UT 8400...
Welcome back to class! This week, Brandon lectures on his plot theory, which involves both a capital P plot and a little p plot, along with how to not only keep your readers engaged but fulfill the original promises you made to them, creating lasting impressions. Learn how to use the promise, progress, and payoff method to craft your story! Until next week. Review your lecture notes here: https://www.brandonsanderson.com/blogs/blog/brandon-sandersons-2025-guide-to-plot-lecture-2 Want ...
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