Scrivere e pubblicare fantasy/fantascienza/weird

Struggling to navigate the Italian publishing world? This course is for you! I created this program to help aspiring authors facing the same challenges I did a decade ago – feeling lost and unsure how to connect with publishers, even smaller ones, while striving to write compelling and marketable novels.

My own journey includes publishing a dystopian novel with Zona42 in 2019 ("Cenere") and a new weird novel with Moscabianca in 2022 ("La Trappola"). Both are respected independent publishers with impressive catalogs, including authors like China Miéville, Sam J. Miller ("La città dell'orca"), and E.B. Hudspeth ("Il codice delle creature estinte"). You'll find yourself in good company with these publishers!

While I don't make a living solely from writing – I work as a project manager and youth worker – writing is my true passion. I've connected with many published authors, both with major houses like Fazi and Mondadori, and those who, like me, supplement their income through creative writing instruction or journalism.

What this course won't do: Guarantee you'll become a full-time writer.
What this course will do: Provide practical guidance for becoming a stronger writer and navigating the Italian publishing market. We'll explore realistic publication pathways and the online and offline communities of genre fiction writers in Italy.

Inside the Course:

• From Idea to Manuscript: I'll use my current novel-in-progress, "BRANCO" (aka Scout Guerriglia), as a case study.
• Inspiration & Worldbuilding: Learn how to develop compelling concepts and immersive settings.
• Character Development: Craft memorable and relatable characters.
• Structuring Your Novel: Master the art of outlining and creating a strong narrative arc.
• The Writing Process: From first draft to polished manuscript.
• Editing Techniques: Essential strategies for refining your work.

This course offers a realistic roadmap for aspiring novelists in Italy, focusing on practical skills and market awareness. Learn to confidently pursue your writing dreams!