Finally start writing online
— without feeling overwhelmed
Act Two is a 4-week bootcamp that helps you publish great writing, create lifelong friendships, and take your first steps in finally becoming a writer.
Built by the team behind Write of Passage, we've helped 3,100+ students share their best work online.
Join 3,100+ successful students!
Real People. Real Published Writing.
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Laura
Laura had been sitting on her Operational AI Substack for months, with drafts that never saw the light of day. Act Two gave her the push to finally hit publish – and writing became the springboard for launching her next business.
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Anant
Anant cold-pitched his first essay to a popular Substack (22,000+ subscribers) and earned him an invite to co-direct a new pamphlet series. One piece of published writing opened a door he never expected.
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Jan
Jan had been trying to write his book for over 10 years, facing multiple false starts. Act Two gave him accountability and support to finally finish his 30,000-word first draft on helping people live their unlived life.
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Alex and Danny
Alex and Danny had spent 20+ years doing private trend research for retailers and manufacturers. Act Two helped them finally open up their work to the public, launching TrendVision on Substack.
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Cees
Cees launched his Substack and published his first piece, kicking off the larger “Water Bible” project he'd been dreaming about — a written companion to the water filtration products he’s built for over a decade.
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Karena
Karena used Act Two to commit to a writing project she'd been putting off for two decades: a memoir about a year of traveling the world with her children.
They did it. Now you can too.
You've been wanting to write online for YEARS, but you always find a reason to delay.
You have plenty of ideas but none of them feel "good enough" to publish.
You have 10+ drafts sitting in your notes app that have never seen the light of day.
You sit down to write and stare at the blank page, unsure where to even start.
You spend hours editing and re-editing a piece until you hate it — then never publish it.
You're afraid of putting yourself out there — What if people judge you? What if your writing isn’t good enough?
Sound familiar?
You're not lazy. You're not untalented. You're not "too busy."
Writing on your own is hard. Writing with a community is easy.
You don't need to feel “ready enough” to write.
All you need is accountability and support to actually do what you've been putting off: writing your piece and hitting publish.
Here's the thing…
What happens when you finally hit publish?
Become a real writer
You'll have your writing exist online. Real, published pieces. Not a list of essay ideas in your notes app. Actual writing that people can read.
That's a bigger deal than it sounds. Because once you have published your work, you're no longer someone who "wants to start writing." You're a writer. Full stop.
Silence the Doubt
When someone asks what you've been working on, you won't say "I've been meaning to start..." You'll say "Here’s my latest post."
And that voice in your head, the one that says you never follow through? It gets a lot quieter when you've got the receipts.
Attract Opportunities
And the best part about putting yourself out there is that doors start to open. People find you. Conversations start.
Opportunities appear that you never thought possible. All because you finally became visible.
We’re not here to just teach new concepts. We’re here to provide you with everything you need to finally become a writer.
That’s what Act Two is for.
Built by the team behind Write of Passage
The world has changed.
Endless information. AI superpowers at our fingertips.
We're entering the Golden Age of Creativity.
There's just one bottleneck left: the mind. Ancient biology holds us hostage: hesitations, doubts, self-sabotage. How many essays, newsletters, and books have stayed trapped in someone's head thanks to these pesky psychological blocks?
Act Two exists to help you break through.
But why us?
First, we built Write of Passage, the gold standard of online writing courses: 3,100 students from 75+ countries shared their ideas onto the Internet in the program we built.
And we both have track records of creative follow-through. Will became a standup comedian in China after thousands of hours of practice. Dan created a vibrant community of woodworkers and rebuilt his entire house from scratch.
In Act Two, we’ll help you get your best ideas out into the world and attract opportunities you would’ve never imagined.
So, what will you write?
– Will and Dan
Will Mannon
Dan Sleeman
Praise for Write of Passage:
“Hands down the best investment I've made in years, maybe ever.”
3,100+ students from 75+ countries
98% alumni would recommend
“Life-changing” results
We don’t teach step-by-step how-tos. Because you don't need more information — you've already got YouTube and ChatGPT for that.
What you need is a forcing function.
Act Two exists to provide you the accountability, community, and structure you need to take your first steps in becoming a prolific writer.
This is not a course…
How It Works
What do you actually want to write about? Not what you think you "should" write, but the one topic that naturally lights you up.
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Anchor to the Internal
Craft your one-sentence pitch. What do you write about and why should people care? Battle-test it with real feedback from other writers.
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Get Legible to Others
Stop planning. Start publishing. You’ll go from 0 → 1 on your project, and get ideas out into the world. No overthinking. Just action.
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Attack the Canvas
Explore Your Pocket
As you take action, you’ll start finding the pocket of the Internet who most wants what you’ve got. Find the others, start reaching out, and connect with your future readers.
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Hone Your Practice
As the cohort ends, set yourself up for ongoing consistency over the long haul. You’ll build a sustainable writing rhythm that lasts beyond the 4 weeks.
Most writing courses overwhelm you with tactics: hooks, templates, content strategy, monetization.
These are all useful down the line, but they will only overwhelm you at the start.
None of these tactics matter unless you actually write and publish.
In our first cohort, we’ve had 50+ aspiring creators finally launch projects they'd been sitting on for YEARS.
Why this works
What You Get
THE 4-WEEK WRITING ACCELERATOR
Momentum Mondays
Kickstart your week with a live session together with the whole group. Think exercises, breakouts, and guest speakers. Take action in real-time, not after the call.
Creative Labs
Small peer groups to get unblocked and get writing feedback from people who care about your progress.
1-on-1 Collaboration
Get support from fellow creatives when you feel lost. Includes two personalized 1:1 sessions to scope your project, plus ongoing 1:1 sparring and peer feedback.
Weekly Challenges
Take on challenges to create unexpected breakthroughs. You’ll stay consistent with writing instead of being stuck in planning mode.
Guest Experts
Live workshops and AMAs from skilled practitioners who have walked down your path. Past guests include Ali Abdaal, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, Paul Millerd, and Eric Jorgenson.
Live Co-working
Come along to spar ideas with others, learn new tools, collaborate, and get guidance with your writing.
Bonus: Once you join, you’re a member for life. You’ll have access to all materials and community resources forever.
Our Past Practitioners
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Ali Abdaal
Media
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Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Mindset
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Paul Millerd
Writing
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Eric Jorgenson
Book Writing
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Jonny Miller
Authenticity
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Charlotte Grysolle
Physiology of Creativity
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Louie Bacaj
Vibe Coding
Who is Act Two for?
If you've consumed countless articles, courses, and videos about writing online but still haven't published, Act Two offers the accountability and community you've been missing.
But it requires commitment. You'll need to show up, do the work, and be willing to publish before you feel ready. If you're ready for that, we'd be honored to help you become a writer.
Act Two Is Perfect For:
✅ Ambitious professionals who want to build an online presence that creates unexpected opportunities
✅ Aspiring writers looking to finally publish consistently and build a body of work they can be proud of
✅ Entrepreneurs and founders who want to attract high-value partnerships by showcasing their work in public
✅ Knowledge workers and executives seeking to turn years of experience into writing that reaches potential clients
✅ Busy people with day jobs who want to make meaningful progress on writing projects without feeling burnt out or overwhelmed
✅ High achievers who see writing as a path to meaningful work and connections
Act Two Is Not For You If:
You're only looking for hacks and shortcuts to avoid putting in the real work
You're not willing to share your work with others
You'd rather keep planning and researching than actually start writing
You're not open to honest feedback, even if it helps improve your work
You’re only in it for the money and don’t care about writing something meaningful
Early Bird Offer
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Expires on Feb 9
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Early Bird Offer • Expires on Feb 9 •
Join the 4-Week Creative Accelerator
(and finally start writing online)
🎯 Monday Momentum Sessions — 90-minute live sessions to kickstart your week. Real instruction, real exercises, real action. You'll leave with work done, not just notes taken.
🎤 Guest Practitioner Workshops — Live workshops and AMAs from creatives who’ve had success in your path. Past guests include Ali Abdaal, Paul Millerd, Anne-Laure Le Cunff, and Eric Jorgenson.
🧠 1:1 Coaching — Two private sessions to scope your project and work through your specific roadblocks.
✍️ Live Co-Working — Show up, write together, get unstuck. Real-time feedback from people in the trenches with you.
👥 Creative Labs — Small peer groups where you get honest feedback from people who actually care about your work.
🎯 Weekly Challenges — Custom challenges to help you keep publishing instead of just planning.
🔑 Lifetime Access — Once you join, you're a member for life. Access all materials and community resources forever.
$1,500 $900
Or Spread The Cost Over 3 Months
(Offer expires on Feb 9)
What You’ll Get Inside:
Important Dates
Cohort 2 Course Dates: March 4 – April 3
Early Bird Offer Ends: February 9, 2026
Application Closes: February 25, 2026
Questions? Email us: linart@act-two.academy
Our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee & Money-Back Promise
Enrollment is risk-free. If you're not satisfied with your program experience, you can request a full refund within 14 days of the start of the course. No questions asked.
FAQs
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The first Live Session kicks off on Wednesday, March 4th. All Live Sessions:
Wednesday, March 4th from 4-5:30pm, ET
Monday, March 9th
Monday, March 16th
Monday, March 23rd
Monday, March 30th
Final Showcase: Friday, April 3rd
There will also be a number of other optional sessions each week, with specific dates to follow.
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We designed Act Two for people with full-time commitments. Don't quit your job. Don't cancel your plans. You can complete Act Two on your nights and weekends. Expect to give 5-10 hours per week toward your writing. A focused time investment with power-law returns.
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Here’s what we learned from our students: You'll never fully feel ready. That’s totally normal, and it’s okay. As long as you have the conviction to finally start writing online, we've got you covered on the rest. Act Two exists to help you take your first steps even when you don’t feel ready yet.
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Good writing comes from practice, not talent. The goal isn't to become a great writer. It's to keep writing and sharing your work online. Only then will you get valuable feedback that helps you get better day by day.
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Not at all. Most of our students come in feeling unsure about their topic. That's exactly what we tackle in Week 1 – finding the thing that lights you up and you can’t help writing about.
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We're platform-agnostic. Use whatever feels right for you. Substack for newsletters. LinkedIn for building a personal brand. Maybe your own personal website. The platform matters less than actually publishing. But if you’re really curious, you’ll be able to talk shop with other writers and find what works best for you.
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Most writing courses teach you strategy and tactics. That's useful later on, but none of it matters unless you actually start writing. Act Two focuses on the hardest part about the craft: actually getting your writing out into the world. You can optimize later, but the most important thing right now is to start.
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Because you won't be doing it alone anymore. Writing alone is hard. Writing with a community makes it easy. You'll have accountability partners, weekly check-ins, and a whole cohort of people cheering you on. That's what makes the difference.
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Yes, you can pay 3 monthly installments of $300 when you buy during the early bird period.
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Is there a type of writing you've been wanting to try but feel nervous about? Maybe you want to start a newsletter but keep putting it off. Maybe you want to write more personal essays. If you have a writing project you've been putting off, you'd be a great fit.
