For powerful fiction

StoryCoach Structural Editing Certification

Fictionary StoryCoach Certification is focused on the art of story structure.

Whether you are a writer looking to improve your own understanding of story structure or a professional editor looking for a specialization to stand out from the crowd, this course is for you.

Become a Story Structure Specialist
Gain in-depth knowledge of plot, character, and setting, which are the essential elements of gripping fiction.
Get Hands-On Experience
Edit a complete manuscript and receive personalized feedback from expert instructors.

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The StoryCoach Certification Process

1. Independent Study

Build your story structure foundations across 10 key modules, including story arc, scene-by-scene editing, character elements, and more.

2. Live Classes & Full Manuscript Edit

Five weeks of online classes with expert instructors and other learners.

Then you'll edit a full example manuscript and be assessed on your feedback and summary letter.

3. Become Qualified

You'll get:
– A professional qualification
– An electronic badge for your site
– Promoted by Fictionary

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“StoryCoach certification is THE qualification to take if you want to be an amazing editor. It will give you in-depth knowledge about story, from the first word to the final chapter.

You’ll learn about character depth, tension, pace, plot, setting, and common writing mistakes and how to fix them.

You’ll have opportunities to ask questions as the StoryCoach training team is there for you every step of the way.

If you want to be a world-class story editor, you must take this course.”

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Become a Structural Editing Specialist

Elevate your editing skills with Fictionary’s comprehensive course. Our step-by-step approach will guide you to become an exceptional structural editor.

Course Format and Timeline

Phase 1: Independent Learning (Now–February)

Your journey begins with 10 self-paced modules covering structural editing fundamentals and Fictionary’s 38 Story Elements.

You will also be invited to join a private chat group with your instructor, Kristina Stanley, and fellow learners. Collaborate, ask questions, and form lasting connections.

Phase 2: Live classes (Mar 13–Apr 10, Thurs, 12pm ET)

With your foundations in place, you will be ready to dive deeper into the structural editing framework through live, interactive classes. You can ask questions and apply what you learn by practicing techniques on the example manuscript each week.

Phase 3: Manuscript Edit

To become a Fictionary Certified StoryCoach editor, you must complete a full StoryCoach Edit of the example manuscript and submit it for assessment.

Assessment

Once you submit your manuscript edit, instructors will evaluate and give feedback on your:

Editorial Report
Scene-by-Scene Notes
Inline Changes and Comments
Story Elements

You’ll be assessed on:

Objectivity
Comprehensiveness
Attitude toward your client
The actionable nature of the advice
Use of the Fictionary Story Elements within the StoryCoach software

How Much Does Certification Cost?

StoryCoach Certification costs $699 for the self-paced learning, live classes, and assessment. Most similar courses cost upwards of $2000.

Early bird pricing: Register before Dec 31, 2024 and get it for $599.

Note: You will also need a StoryCoach software subscription, which is $49/month or $396/year.

Who Is the Course For?

This course is ideal for both aspiring and experienced editors or writers who want to elevate their storytelling skills.

Anyone with a love of story and a strong work ethic can become a Fictionary Certified StoryCoach Editor.

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“With the explosion of self-publishing, there is an increased demand for talented structural editors.

I spent years working with writers only to hear they were getting low quality story edits. Then I worked with editors to understand why writers weren’t getting what they needed.

Now, my dream is to help editors and authors work together to create powerful stories.

This is your chance to grow your editing business as technology evolves. Join the future of editing.”