(Thank you to Amy and Aubrey at Hugo House for the snappy text!)

Use Scrivener but feel like you could be getting more out of the software? 

In this class, we’ll take a progressive approach and cover useful and necessary tools for every phase of the writing process: ideation and generative writing, revision, incorporating feedback, compilation, and finally, submission. 

We’ll start by refreshing ourselves in the basics: index cards, labels, and formatting settings. Then, we’ll move into lesser-known tools like bookmarks, keywords, and character templates. Along the way, we’ll practice using these tools together to build familiarity with the software.

You’ll leave with a stronger understanding of how Scrivener can support your writing process from start to finish so you have more bandwidth for what matters most: your writing.

This class is the second in a Scrivener Fundamentals series. Participation in Scrivener Fundamentals I is not necessary, though this course is best suited for students with some familiarity with Scrivener.

Register here.

(Thank you to Amy and Aubrey at Hugo House for the snappy text!)

You downloaded Scrivener. You opened it. And then you closed it real fast. 

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, confused, or just plain annoyed trying to learn Scrivener, you’re not alone. This two-session crash course is designed to help you actually use the program—without spending hours lost in menus or watching outdated tutorials. 

In just four hours, you’ll learn Scrivener fundamentals for every stage of the writing process: drafting, organizing, revising, line editing, restructuring, and exporting your work to Word, PDF, or e-book formats. No fluff, no filler. 

Register here.

Lost in revisions? Scrivener for Murky Muddles is your lifeline! Learn how labels, keywords, index cards, bookmarks can help you revise structure while snapshots, revision mode, and split screens help you revise at the line-edit level. Perfect for novels, memoirs, and narrative nonfiction drafts that have stalled at their sticky places. Familiarity with Scrivener strongly suggested.

$95

Register here.

Learn how to apply Scrivener’s basket of tools to track cover letters, artist statements, and submissions. Familiarity with Scrivener suggested.

$75
Taken this submissions class before? Returning participants pay just $55!

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

Lost in revisions? Scrivener for Murky Muddles is your lifeline! Learn how labels, keywords, index cards, bookmarks can help you revise structure while snapshots, revision mode, and split screens help you revise at the line-edit level. Perfect for novels, memoirs, and narrative nonfiction drafts that have stalled at their sticky places. Familiarity with Scrivener strongly suggested.

Register here.

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class C: HIDDEN GEMS

What happens when your revision needs more than a line edit? Not to worry! Scrivener to the rescue with an organizational overhaul. Think of it like California Closets for your novel. I’ll cover character templates, timeline hacks, labels, statuses, and keywords plus a review of the corkboard view and the outliner view.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class C: HIDDEN GEMS

What happens when your revision needs more than a line edit? Not to worry! Scrivener to the rescue with an organizational overhaul. Think of it like California Closets for your novel. I’ll cover character templates, timeline hacks, labels, statuses, and keywords plus a review of the corkboard view and the outliner view.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class B: Revision tools

Sometimes revision means cutting a new path and sometimes it means getting lost in the woods (and in your metaphors). How do you explore new possibilities and still keep track of the old ones? Strategies covered in this class include: bookmarks, snapshots, revision mode and a review of the Inspector.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class B: Revision tools

Sometimes revision means cutting a new path and sometimes it means getting lost in the woods (and in your metaphors). How do you explore new possibilities and still keep track of the old ones? Strategies covered in this class include: bookmarks, snapshots, revision mode and a review of the Inspector.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class A: Whatcha Got?

In this first class, we look at what's already on the page. I'll cover compilation formats and exporting to Word/Pages/Google Doc, etc. plus a review of composition mode and binder options.

In this craft talk, we'll discuss how to determine what's already working in your ms and where to go from there.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Wading through a mess of a manuscript? Scrivener for Murky Muddles to the rescue!

Class A: Whatcha Got?

In this first class, we look at what's already on the page. I'll cover compilation formats and exporting to Word/Pages/Google Doc, etc. plus a review of composition mode and binder options.

In this craft talk, we'll discuss how to determine what's already working in your ms and where to go from there.

Sign up here!

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE. EMAIL ME FOR MORE DEETS!

Learn how to apply Scrivener’s basket of tools to track cover letters, artist statements, and submissions. Promoting a book? This class is just what you need to create your wish list of promotional outlets and track your success. Comes with a pre-loaded Scrivener template custom-built by me!

$85
Register here.

If you have Scrivener FOMO, I have the cure! It’s a six-week Scrivener Festival that pairs Scrivener strategies with your personal writing style and writing project. Come to my free info session and I'll tell you more!

If you have Scrivener FOMO, I have the cure! It’s a six-week Scrivener Festival that pairs Scrivener strategies with your personal writing style and writing project. Come to my free info session and I'll tell you more!

In this class, I'll review labels, statuses, and index cards as well as explore other features to for revising large manuscripts. These include snapshots, revision mode, comments, binders and more!

$75
Returning participants: $55

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

Learn how to apply Scrivener’s basket of tools to track cover letters, artist statements, and submissions. Familiarity with Scrivener suggested.

$75
Returning participants: $55

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

While you might never use many of Scrivener's bells and whistles, it's nice to know what's out there. In this class, I'll cover distraction-free modes, techniques for monitoring revisions, outliner settings to track progress and more!

Sliding Scale $25 – $65

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

This class is a followup to the Scrivener Basics class on September 11. In this two-hour refresher, I’ll revisit concepts from last week and answer all your Scrivener questions. This class is only offered as an optional add-on for Scrivener Basics.

More information on Scrivener Basics here.

New to Scrivener? This two-hour primer will go over everything the beginner needs to get the most out of this amazing software that helps you see “the forest or the trees.” I’ll cover Scrivener basics such as menu navigation, organization, compiling and “Scrivener Speak.” All students get discounts on future workshops!

One class isn’t enough? Come back the following week for Scrivener Basics Bonus Class on September 18!

Scrivener Basics September 11: $85
Two-class package: Scrivener Basics PLUS Bonus : $125

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up

Learn how to apply Scrivener’s basket of tools to track cover letters, artist statements, and submissions. Make 2021 the Year You Submit! (Your work for publication.) Familiarity with Scrivener required.

$75

Returning participants: $55

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

Ask me anything! This two-hour workshop is specifically designed for former students. We’ll cover frequently asked questions and frequently forgotten answers. Come with your questions or just use the time to label and organize your Scrivener project!

Sliding scale: $15 - $55

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

All proceeds from this class will be donated to benefit the GIRL Project, an empowerment workshop that benefits school-aged girls in the San Antonio district of East Oakland.

In this class, I'll review labels, statuses, and index cards as well as explore other features to for revising large manuscripts. These include snapshots, revision mode, comments, binders and more!

$75

Returning participants: $55

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!

Manage the research rabbit holes with Scrivener!

This two-hour workshop is an in-depth look at all the ways Scrivener can help you track, organize, and collect documents and other research materials. I’ll cover the research folder, bookmarks, file imports, and keywords in addition to novel applications for old standbys such as index cards and labels.

Familiarity with Scrivener required.

Don’t hold back in your research rapture; just learn how to organize it.

Early Bird offer: $55
After March 1: $75

Email me at janine [at] janinekovac [dot] [com] to sign up!