Introduction to Fiction 1 

Course Description

This is an introductory course for anyone who is interested in beginning to write fiction. If you are a doctor, an engineer, a plumber, a data scientist, or an acupuncturist, with a passion for reading and writing fiction, this course is for you. You will read published short stories and discuss how different writers create their fiction. You will write short exercises to practice working with elements of the short story. You share your writing with your fellow writers and discuss the process and outcome of your writing. And finally, you will write a very short story and have it workshopped in the class. 

Course Objective

• Familiarize yourself with elements of fiction (such as character, plot, POV, and setting).

• Read published short stories and analyze them with a focus on form and craft elements.

• Improve your writing skills with short exercises.

• Write a very short story and have it analyzed by your fellow writers.

• Learn to read for craft.

Details

• Capacity: 10 Seats

• Duration: 8 Weeks (Once a Week, 2 Hours)

• Language: English (Reading and Writing)

• Work Outside of Class Time: Yes (Reading and Writing)

• Price: $320