Description
In this course, students will be introduced to the craft, cultural context, and creative practice of fiction writing. Focusing on contemporary character-driven stories, students will define and illustrate through analytical readings and discussion, the elements, forms and techniques of fiction writing. The course will specifically address the structures of short stories and novels, along with micro/flash fiction, and other experimental forms. Students will practice these elements in their own writing, producing a final portfolio of revised, polished work. This course will utilize the creative writing workshop model and students will be expected to read and critique each other’s work. This course is appropriate for the student who already has a writing practice and the beginning writer who would like to learn about fiction writing and develop creativity.
This course is designated as Writing Intensive. Writing Intensive courses meet at least three of the four following criteria: 4