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3 Modules

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7 Video Lessons

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Self-Paced

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Certificate

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Beginner-Friendly

What you’ll learn

Lesson 1

How to Start Writing

Uncover the spark that ignites every great story: where ideas come from, what to do with one once you have it, and how to actually begin.

Where do ideas come from?
What to do with your idea?
Introduction to starting your writing journey

Secret Tip

Anita’s Secret Tip to Start Writing

Lesson 2

How to Create Strong, Unforgettable Characters

Breathe life into people who stay with your reader long after the story ends — how to build a character, and how to write dialogue that sounds like them, not you.

How to create strong, unforgettable characters?
How to put together a character?
How to write dialogues for your character?

Secret Tip

Anita’s Secret Tip to Create Unforgettable Characters

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Never written seriously before? Good, that’s the point. Already writing but stuck? This will get you unstuck. This course is built for beginners and for anyone who wants Anita Nair’s method without applying for a seat in the mentorship.

Looking for something more personal? Explore In Person.

Learn From an Author, Not Just an Instructor

The Guardian

— praised for capturing India’s realities with real vividness.

The Washington Post

— noted for her skill probing insular worlds.

The Hindu

— recognized for sharp characterization and telling detail.

Your Mentor

You’re not learning from a course. You’re learning from someone who’s actually done the thing you’re trying to do. Anita Nair is the bestselling author of nine novels, a UNHCR High Profile Supporter, and the recipient of the Central Sahitya Akademi Award — and for over a decade, she’s mentored the next generation of Indian writers, personally.

Read Anita’s Story

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a good online creative writing course for beginners in India?

Yes — Anita’s Attic offers a self-paced Creative Writing Foundation Course online, built by bestselling author Anita Nair specifically for writers starting out.

How is the online course different from the In Person program?

The online Foundation Course is self-paced and open to anyone, anywhere. The In Person program is a selective, 4-week mentorship held in Bangalore with direct one-on-one feedback from Anita Nair.

Do I need writing experience to start?

Yes — every writer who completes the Foundation Course receives a certificate of completion.

How much does the online Foundation Course cost?

The Creative Writing Foundation Course is priced at ₹3,999 and includes 7 video lessons across 3 modules, with a certificate on completion.

Every writer starts somewhere.

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Certificate on Completion

Creative Foundation Course