Twelve Months of Christmas
Write Your Christmas Screenplay Guided by Christmas Producers
January XX, 2026 – December XX, 2026
8 p.m. to 10 p.m. Eastern (5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Pacific)
Step into a snow-globe world of story, sparkle, and screenwriting magic. Twelve Months of Christmas is a one-of-a-kind, yearlong creative experience that guides you from the first glimmer of a holiday idea to a polished, pitch-ready Christmas screenplay ready to sell and produce.
Whether you're writing your first holiday rom-com or crafting your next yuletide classic, this course offers the structure, support, and festive spirit to carry you through the seasons. Taught by industry professionals, month by month, you’ll shape a logline as magical as mistletoe, build a concept page that sparkles bright as tinsel, and write and revise a screenplay until it balances just the right sentiment, humour, and holiday heart.
You’ll also work directly from producers and authors who specialise in Christmas films — the minds behind the warm-hearted stories on Hallmark, Amazon, Netflix, Lifetime, and more. Through live workshops, peer feedback, and expert insights, you’ll gain not only a finished script but the confidence to share it with the industry.
This is more than a class. It’s a creative pilgrimage — wrapped in community, mentorship, and a touch of Christmas magic. Who knows? Your initial spark might be THE Christmas movie of 2027!
This sleigh ride of craft and cheer starts in January 2026 and ends in December 2026. That’s right. It’s Twelve Months of Christmas. Come and join us.
What You'll Receive:
This yearlong experience includes 22 instructional classes led by industry professionals, guiding you step-by-step from concept to pitch.
Alongside each class, you’ll also participate in 23 small group sessions, where you’ll meet with a consistent circle of 4–5 fellow writers. These peer groups offer accountability, encouragement, and space to workshop ideas in a supportive setting.
Not only will you gain mastery of the core elements of craft, a disciplined writing practice, and the confidence to call yourself a novelist, you’ll also develop the clarity, momentum, and skills to keep building toward a completed manuscript.
By the end of the program, you’ll have:
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Created a powerful logline, a saleable one pager, and a masterful Christmas screenplay
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Gained direct experience working with industry professionals who specialize in the Christmas genre
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Developed your unique voice and creative discipline
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Built relationships with professionals in the field who can get your project produced
SPACE IS LIMITED! ENROLL TODAY.
This is not a pipe dream. This is a reality!
Story Summit’s Christmas program is such an incredible mix of practical knowledge, inspiring stories, and hands-on learning. This was my first screenwriting class, and by the time it was done, I couldn't wait to try my hand at a holiday romcom. Since then, I've had one Christmas script produced at Hallmark and am in talks with producers for several more. I couldn't have asked for a better intro to the world of Christmas entertainment!
—Maggie Dallen, screenwriter, Believe in Christmas
It must've been Christmas magic that led me to Story Summit's Christmas program, because ten joyous classes and six months later, I sold my first script! “All I Need for Christmas” premiered this past Christmas on Hallmark Mystery Channel!
—Heidi Kling, screenwriter, All I Need for Christmas
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A Program Designed to Deliver Results
This isn’t just advice—it’s a structured, results-driven roadmap to completing your novel. Each step builds on the last, from your first spark of inspiration to polished pages. With weekly lessons, guided assignments, and milestone check-ins, you’ll gain the clarity, confidence, and momentum to keep writing.
Quarter 1 – Foundations & Planning
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Quarter 2 – Building the First Act
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What Makes This Program Different
It’s more than just a class—it’s a writing journey designed for transformation. You’ll gain the accountability, tools, and community that keep you growing long after the final session.
As part of this program, you’ll also have access to exclusive post-class opportunities at discounted rates:
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1-hour private coaching sessions with faculty (limited availability)
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Discounted Editorial services offered by Julie Cantrell (limited availability)
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Early-bird or FREE access to Next Step classes on revision, publishing, and marketing (many are free with Story Summit Membership)
What Your Enrollment Includes
For a fraction of the cost of an MFA, you’ll receive 10 months of world-class education, mentorship, personalized guidance, and a proven roadmap to success.
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36 Hours of Live Instruction with bestselling authors guiding you through every step of your novel
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4 Hours of VIP Guest Live Sessions, including Q&A with published novelists sharing insider experience and real-world insights
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8 Hours of “Ask Anything” Office Hours (quarterly check-ins with faculty for personalized feedback)
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26 Peer Workshop Sessions (optional) for accountability, feedback, and connection with fellow writers
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Access to All Class Recordings — so you can review lessons anytime.
Discount Opportunities
And with our special launch promotion, now is the most affordable time to commit to finishing your novel. Enrollment is limited—secure your spot before the discount disappears or the class closes.
This class has limited seats to ensure more personal attention.
In addition to 20% savings on the 12 Months of Christmas class, your Story Summit Membership—valued at over $24,000—includes full access to:
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All individual tiered classes for the year
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Priority registration for limited-size events
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VIP industry mentorship
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Coaching and writing practice support
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Industry Networking
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Agent pitch sessions
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Over 65 Class archives in our Screening Room
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A vibrant, lifelong creative community
Your Story Can’t Wait
The novel you’ve dreamed of writing won’t appear on its own. It takes structure, guidance, and accountability—the very things this program was built to provide.
Your story deserves to be told. Join today and start becoming the novelist you’ve always wanted to be.
Enrollment is limited to ensure every writer receives personal attention. If this is your year—don’t wait.
Enrollment is limited to ensure every writer receives personal attention. Don’t wait—2026 is your year!
Early Bird Offer for Non-members!
Save $600 (10%) — use CHRISTMAS10 by Dec 23
Story Summit Members receive a 20% discount for this year-long class. The special coupon will be available in your dashboard. Not a subscriber yet? Join here.
Please note: Our classes are designed specifically for live participation, so your attendance is important. If you need to miss a class for any reason, you’ll receive a passcode-protected link to watch the recordings after the course is over.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
A full cash refund will be made (less processing fees of 7.5%) if you notify us at least two weeks before the start of the entire series. If less than two weeks, the refund can be applied as a credit for another future class. This applies to all payment methods, including payment plans.
Due to the commitment required for the Year-Long Class, no refunds will be made after the class starts. The only exception is for family or medical circumstances that make it impossible to continue. In that event, you will be refunded a pro-rated amount, based on the number of class sessions taken. A 7.5% transaction fee will also apply to the amount due to you.
If a student violates the trust or privacy outlined in the Virtuous Circle, Story Summit reserves the right to dismiss that student from the class and provide a refund pro-rated based on the number of classes taken. There will be no transaction fee refund.
Please note that all refunds are processed within a 30-day window.
