Earn English credit. Write a novel. Boost your college prep.

What if English class led to a finished novel and prepared you for college level courses?

At The Teen Authors Institute, we believe storytelling is both a timeless art and a future-shaping force.

Our Classical Storycraft Method blends the deep thinking of a classical education with the creative spark of project-based learning. Students don’t just learn about writing—they become storytellers.

They move from idea to outline, from rough draft to polished prose. Along the way, they master the grammar of story, sharpen logic, and refine their unique voice.

By the end, your teen will hold more than a manuscript—they’ll hold proof of their discipline, imagination, and authorship that will carry them into college or their future career.

This is where lifelong storytellers are forged.

Welcome to The Classical Storycraft Method.

Rooted in the Classical Trivium. Powered by project-based learning.

1. Earn English Credit Through Real Writing Mastery

Build a strong foundation in story structure, character, vivid language, and grammar—while fulfilling high school English requirements through immersive, creative learning.
2. Sharpen Critical Thinking Through Literary Analysis

Study classic and contemporary works to understand what makes stories resonate—and apply those insights to your own writing.
3. Write a Full-Length Novel & Learn the Skills Needed to Revise It

From first spark to final draft, students craft an original book and learn the skills needed to revise with clarity—shaping rough ideas into compelling stories.
4. Build an Author Website & Learn About the Industry

Learn the basics of how both traditional and self-publishing work PLUS we’ll teach you how to build a professional author website to showcase your writing.

“C.J. and Mary turn dreamers into authors.”

— Jake

A program created & taught by NYT bestselling C.J. Redwine & Mary Weber.

Owners of The Writer’s Sanctuary, Mary and C.J. are former teachers, curriculum developers, homeschool moms, and the authors of a combined 20 books, including The Storyteller’s Weekly Journal from Barnes & Noble. They work with internationally bestselling writers, Hollywood film directors, and multi-million dollar entrepreneurs, as well as brand new writers.

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What Makes the Program Different

The Classical Storycraft Method

Built on the time-tested Classical Trivium and powered by project-based learning.
Pick Between 3 Options

Choose between 3 options: the complete 2 Year Program, the 1st or 2nd year, or individual modules.
Go at Your Own Pace

Our 100% virtual and modular format allows students to either go at their own pace or work on track with the accountability of faculty.
Students Learn to Think Like Successful Storytellers

For teens who are tired of dry assignments and test prep, we give them the tools to craft compelling plots, build memorable characters, and write with clarity, confidence, and heart.
Lessons + Guidance = Results

Where most English programs teach rules, we guide students through the art of storytelling—from idea to finished novel.