Here’s A Fresh Idea. Why Not Develop Your Writing The Traditional Way?

Developing the craft and business of writing these days can cost you a small fortune.

Why has it suddenly become so expensive?*

Jane Austen never paid for a writing course. Dickens didn’t dole out for pricey seminars.

Here at Litopia we do things the way they’ve always been done.

Our low yearly membership fee buys you everything you need.

Positively no extras.

Litopia’s approach to your development as a writer has three traditional pillars:

  • Seminars & Talks

    All the seminars and talks you need. Included in your membership.

  • Writers’ Huddles

    Our weekly live talking shop / sweat shop. Included in your membership.

  • Writing Lab

    Thoughtful and helpful critiques and beta-reads. Included in your membership.

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These three pillars are integral to the Litopia Method.

But really, our Method is not that new.

Successful writers have been doing it like this for centuries.

Try us and see for yourself. We won’t charge your card until you’ve been with us for a whole week. And by then, we think you’ll want to stay!

* If you’d like to learn more about the recent explosion in expensive writing courses, Litopia’s founder Peter Cox wrote an opinion piece for The Bookseller about it

The Litopia Difference

Everyone agrees that Litopia is a special place – here are some of the things that set us and our members apart

No Expensive Extras

Litopia’s “all-inclusive” philosophy is simply unbeatable value. You really don’t need to pay more.

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All Seminars Included

All our writing seminars are included in your Full Membership. As they should be. Essential information, available instantly.

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Critiques Included

With alpha readers, beta readers and quick Pop-Up Critiques, the Writing Lab is your workshop without limits. Privacy is paramount: you choose who sees your work-in-progress and who critiques it.  Then delete it when it’s done.

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Mentoring Included

Litopia’s Weekly Writers’ Huddles provide consistent personal mentoring as you and your project develop. That’s how the craft of writing has traditionally been cultivated: step by step. Bring your questions, your first chapters-in-progress… or just bring yourself and a glass of something. If you live in the global South, we now have a special monthly…

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Agent Inside

As a literary agent, Peter Cox knows the business as few others do: he’s done deals worth many millions of dollars / pounds. And if that weren’t enough, he’s authored several UK national No.1  bestsellers, too. Peter leads our weekly Writers’ Huddles.

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The Proven Way

writers hone their craft organically. You can’t substitute a flashy, highly-priced “writing course” for genuine organic growth.

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The Oldest Writing Colony On The Net

With over two decades worth of experience, we know what writers need at every stage of their development. You’re in good hands here.

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You Decide Who Sees Your Work

When you show your work-in-progress for a critique or quick reaction, you don’t want the entire internet to see it. Litopia has the best author-privacy settings of any writing website, period. You decide who sees your work – and when you delete it, it’s gone for good.

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Writers Need Writers

Your personal writer’s journey is unique to you – but that doesn’t mean others can’t help you along the way. Writers flourish in the company of other writers: that’s how the art, craft and magic of writing have traditionally been transmitted. Your skills and confidence will naturally flourish here.

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The Power of Genuine Community

The word “community” is often debased online; but Litopia is the real thing. Friendships are forged here. Writing partnerships too.

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“I’ve Got This Idea…”

Writers often have great book ideas but don’t quite know how to develop them.  We can guide you from lightbulb moment right through to your final manuscript. Developing a project’s commercial potential is one of the things we focus on during our weekly Huddles.

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Future Proof

The publishing industry has changed more in the past few years than many believed possible. Where is it headed, and where do the opportunities lie? Our members will be the first to know.

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Private Means Private

Litopia’s Steam Room is a very discreet meeting place where you can ask for help, advice, information or – perhaps – just let off steam. Whether you want the inside track on a new agent, or simply want to vent about politics, this is the place to do it.

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