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Online Courses

Wherever you are in your writing journey, whether you're just starting or putting on the final touches, my courses meet you there. I provide the clear tools and supportive community to help turn "I'll write someday" into "I'm writing now."

CHILD/ TEEN

Is there a character living in your imagination, or a story idea you can't stop thinking about? The Story Lab is an online workshop for young writers ready to craft incredible stories. Through video lessons and interactive "Share & Advise" sessions, you'll work with me to map out your plot, bring characters to life, and transform your starting idea into a powerful, polished story. Register now to turn your great idea into a story people will love to read.

ADULT

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From Idea to First Draft in 10 Days Have you begun writing a picture book a dozen times only to stall after the first page? Do you feel overwhelmed by structuring a story that’s simple but not simplistic? Or maybe you’re a parent wanting to help your child bring their big imagination to the page – but don’t know where to begin? This course is your antidote to overwhelm.

ADULT

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Stop dreaming about your novel—finally draft it. A step-by-step road map for writers ready to turn ideas into a complete manuscript. Have you started a novel a dozen times but never made it past Chapter 3? Do you lose momentum after the first spark of inspiration fades? Or maybe you’re paralysed by self-doubt, wondering if your story is “good enough”? This course is your exit ramp from the endless planning loop. In 12 weeks, I’ll guide you through a proven framework to draft your novel—without burnout or over-complicating the process.

Sope Martins is a Lagos-based Nigerian children’s author and writing coach. She is the author of Hairstory (Simon & Schuster), Teju’s Shadow, and Riddle Riddle. Alongside her books, she runs workshops on picture book creation and novel writing for children, teens, and aspiring authors in Nigeria and beyond.

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