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HEADLINE: HOW TO WRITE YOUR FIRST STORY IN JUST 6 WEEKS

An online course from Brendan Leonard, award-winning columnist for Outside, Runner’s World, Climbing, Men’s Journal, and author of 9 books and the Semi-Rad Newsletter will show you how in just 12 short video lessons you can finish in just 30 minutes each.

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EVERYONE HAS A STORY TO TELL, VERY FEW ACTUALLY DO

Have you always wanted to write, but haven’t gotten started? 

Would you like to figure out how to write more regularly?

Do you dream of getting your work published, or starting a regular newsletter or Substack?

How To Tell One Story is my online writing course that will get you over the hump to start writing.

Throughout the six-week email course, you’ll produce one short-form narrative essay, and learn how to take what you’ve learned and keep writing—instead of wishing you could.

In just six weeks, you can finally take your story from idea to finished narrative. You’ll stop procrastinating, gain real techniques for structuring, drafting, and polishing, and actually finish a story you’re proud of.

If you’re serious about telling your story, you need a guide who’s been there—an expert who knows how to bring adventure writing to life.

Through the 12 emails and short videos, you’ll learn:

  • How to get (and keep) a reader’s attention
  • How to take your experiences and build a narrative
  • How to demystify the structure of stories
  • Techniques and tips to remove obstacles from your creative process
  • How to become a writer without upending your entire life
  • How to have fun doing it

Get started now, for free. 

 

GET LESSON 1: WHAT STORIES ARE WORTH TELLING NOW

In just 30 minutes, you’ll know if that story you have in your head is worth telling (and get some stupid-simple next steps for getting your story down on paper).

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Hey! I’m Brendan from Semi-Rad

I’m a columnist for Outside Magazine, and my writing has appeared in Runner’s World, Climbing, Alpinist, CNN.com, Men’s Journal, Backpacker, Adventure Journal, and many other publications. I’ve written nine books and directed several award-winning adventure films. 

For the past few years, I’ve taught this exact course In my in-person workshops. Now, I’m offering it in a simple online course so anyone, even if they can’t show up for a week of trail running and writing, can learn to tell their outdoor/adventure stories. 

I share lessons I’ve learned from decades of experience, from my unconventional post-college “education”—starting out at small weekly newspapers (before the days of social media!) and navigating the uncertain path to becoming a full-time adventure writer. You’ll learn the foundational principles I use to craft stories that entertain, inspire and, hopefully, make people laugh.

 

Here’s a Detailed Overview of the Course

#1: What Stories Are Worth Telling? (3-minute read + 10-minute writing exercise)

#2: What Is A Story, Anyway? (3-minute read + 10-minute writing exercise)

#3: Show, Don’t Tell (6-minute read + 20-minute writing exercise)

#4: Your Opening Line(s) (4-minute read + 15-minute writing exercise)

#5: How Do You Find Your Writing Voice? (6-minute read + 15-minute writing exercise)

#6: Structure (5-minute read + 20-minute writing exercise)

#7: Let’s Talk About People Talking (6.5-minute read + 20-minute writing exercise)

#8: Using Humor (5-minute read + 15-minute writing exercise)

#9: Your Shitty First Draft (4-minute read + 1-2 hour writing)

#10: Endings (4-minute read + 30-minute writing exercise)

#11: Condensing And Polishing (5-minute read + 30-90-minute editing exercise)

#12: When Is It Done? (8-minute read, 15-minute exercise)

 

THIS COURSE IS FOR YOU IF:

  • You have a story idea but aren’t sure how to begin.
  • You’re new to storytelling and need guidance on the fundamentals.
  • You’ve been thinking about your story for months (or years!) but haven’t written it down.
  • You want a step-by-step framework, plus someone to keep you motivated and on track.

Or maybe…

  • You’re already writing but want to elevate your work to the next level!

 

HERE’S WHAT A RECENT STUDENT HAD TO SAY

“This is a quote from somebody that used the course. It’s great.”

– Joe Nobody

 

HERE’S WHAT’S INCLUDED:

  • 12 Lessons, sent directly to your email inbox
  • Each Lesson Contains:
    • A short video from Me (Brendan).
    • A detailed text description of the lesson.
    • A couple funny and useful sketches to illustrate the concept.
    • Helpful links to further reading and resources.
    • A short writing exercise to help you get your story written.
  • Lifetime access to all the course content.
  • Get all the course updates, new lessons, and bonus content FREE.
  • No-Risk, Money-Back, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

 

SIGN UP NOW, GET INSTANT ACCESS, AND SAVE $50

This is the first time I’ve offered this course online. And I want to encourage as many brave souls as possible to take this adventure with me. So, if you sign up today, I’ll give you a $50 discount off the regular price. 

No more “someday.” Start writing today. Your adventure story starts here.

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