“Laurie is both passionate and thorough when it comes to teaching.”
—Howard Zalkin, student in “The Craft of Writing”
I’ve loved teaching writing ever since I started in 2007. I offer classes in creative writing and literature at UC Berkeley Extension – where I am an honored instructor – as well as at The Writers Grotto in San Francisco. Over the years, my students have continued to amaze and inspire me.
My upcoming and recent courses include:
- Write-In, The Writers Grotto: March 6 & 13, 2025, via Zoom
- Great Writers Steal: How the Work of Other Writers Can Inform & Inspire You, The Writers Grotto: 6 Thursdays: April 10 – May 15, 2025, via Zoom, 6:30-8:30pm.
Student Testimonials
“Laurie has an understated brilliance in teaching writing. She was able to quickly zero in on what I was trying to do and her instruction was absolutely instrumental in helping me construct my first published short story. I’d study with her anywhere, anytime.” —Thomas Nowaczyk, “The Craft of Writing” class
“Laurie’s love of the written word is obvious and reflected in the classroom. I greatly appreciate her down-to-earth personality and approach—it put me at ease.”—Howard Zalkin, “Intermediate Fiction Writing”
“Ms. Doyle helped me find my voice and become a writer when I did not think that was possible.”—Jennifer Lee, “Great Writers Steal: How the Work of Master Writers Can Inform and Inspire You”
“Amazing! I’d take a bullet for her.”—Molly Pushing, “The Craft of Writing”