Literary Arts

North Shore Academy of the Arts is excited about our Literary Arts Department, where opportunities to be exposed to the world of writing abound. Adult writing classes taught by MFA instructors, editors that fly in from publishing houses around the country, children’s poetry classes, guest author visits, on the spot critiques on manuscripts – are just some of the exciting programs NSAA offers in the literary arts.
Our new journalism program will be soon announced as well as a fantastic collaboration with a nationally renowned company–check back to see there exciting developments as well as click onto our ‘Program and Registration’ link for our current Literary Arts Programs.
Foreign Language Classes
The North Shore Academy of the Arts may soon have classes in certain foreign languages. Come back for more details.
Upcoming Guest Instructors
Please check back for upcoming guest instructors.
Private Critiques
Bring writing questions, one story or a chapter (no more than 800 words) for a thirty minute, on the spot, private critique and discussion with MFA writing instructor and published author, Gretchen Will Mayo. Open to all children’s writers or those interested in writing for children. Call NSAA at 262.377.3514 to schedule a private appointment. Dates are restricted, so call ahead to find one that will fit your schedule.