Question 1

Who is this for? Do I need experience?

Accepted Answer

Adults at any stage—brand-new or returning writers. No prior experience required.

Question 2

Can I be published?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You’ll be eligible to submit your piece to the FTL Community Anthology at no additional cost. Accepted stories are professionally edited, designed, and published (e.g., Amazon).

Question 3

How do royalties work?

Accepted Answer

For online sales of the anthology, open-enrollment contributors receive 60% of royalties for the first 30 days after release; FTL retains the remainder to cover production/distribution.

Question 4

Can I buy copies at cost for events?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Contributors (and host orgs) may purchase author copies at printer cost + shipping for readings/signings/community events and keep 100% of in-person sale proceeds. This does not affect online royalties.

Question 5

Do I keep ownership of my story?

Accepted Answer

Yes—you keep ownership of your piece. Anthology contributors grant FTL permission to publish the story in the anthology and to market the book.

Question 6

What if I miss a session?

Accepted Answer

You’ll receive the handouts and recap notes. Recordings may be provided when possible (content permitting).

Question 7

Refunds or transfers?

Accepted Answer

Transfers are welcome. For refunds/credits, message the organizer; Eventbrite platform policies also apply.

For "Bad" Writers Only: Micro-Memoir Workshop (VIRTUAL)