Route 66 – online writing course
WRITE YOUR BOOK WITHOUT STRESS
Route 66 – online writing course for aspiring YA authors.
In 10 modules and 66 short, powerful routes, I take you step by step: from the initial idea to a completed manuscript and even further – to your second book, your community and a writing career.
Each route contains:
✔️ Accessible explanations in youth language (no boring theory)
✔️ Inspiring examples from Dutch & international YA books
✔️ A concrete challenge that you can apply immediately
✔️ A mini success moment → so you stay motivated
The roadmap
Module 1 – Inspiration & creative sources
Find ideas and turn them into a writer’s journal.
Module 2 – From idea to concept
Pitch, premise, theme and hook: your foundation.
Module 3 – Characters that stick
Create lifelike characters that readers will love.
Module 4 – World & structure
Build the backbone of your story.
Module 5 – Writing style & voice
Develop your own writing voice and dialogue that crackles.
Module 6 – Completion & launch
Revision, feedback, publication and publishers.
Module 7 – Feedback & community
Grow faster through support and learning together.
Module 8 – Motivation & Discipline
Overcome procrastination and keep writing.
Module 9 – The Finish Line & Growth
Finish your book and continue to grow as a writer.
Module 10 – After Route 66
Writing as a lifestyle, reader community and career.
In total: 66 routes full of inspiration, theory and assignments.
DO YOU RECOGNISE THIS?
- You’re bursting with ideas, but can’t get them down on paper.
- You’ve wanted to write a book for years, but don’t know where to start.
- You dream of others reading your story – but you doubt whether you’re good enough.
Good news: with Route 66, you’ll discover that writing isn’t some vague mystery, but a journey with clear stops and a final destination: your book!
READY TO EMBARK ON YOUR OWN WRITING ADVENTURE?
Who is Route 66 for?
This course is perfect if you:
✔️ Are a beginner with big dreams.
✔️ Love YA stories and want to write your own book.
✔️ Are not interested in dry writing books, but do want practical tips.
✔️ Are ready to stop dreaming and start doing.
After Route 66, you will be able to…
✔️ Turn a YA idea into a complete story.
✔️ Write strong characters and exciting plots.
✔️ Develop your own writing voice.
✔️ Revise your manuscript and share it with the world.
✔️ Continue building your writing life (community, second book, etc.).
“Thanks to Route 66, I have completed my first manuscript. It felt as if someone was sitting next to me, guiding me step by step. .”
“This is the place where I learned how to turn a vague dream into my real YA story. I truly went on a journey: 66 short stops full of tips, inspiration, and challenges.
Whether you’re just starting out or already have a hundred ideas: here you’ll find motivation, knowledge, and a community that understands you.”
”The challenges are short and powerful, which kept me writing instead of just dreaming.”
Have you started yet?
Order now and dive into the adventures of Kimm and Mikk.