Fiction Writing: Writing and Publishing

Catalog description

This course is designed to offer students instruction in the art of writing fiction, including short story, flash fiction, drama, novel excerpts, interactive storytelling, and other forms of fiction. Emphasis is placed on exploring techniques and forms in fiction, engaging in writing exercises, composing original works, critically examining contemporary short fiction and the work of peers, and preparing for careers in publishing and writing-intensive fields. Upon completion, students will be able to effectively apply craft techniques to original works of fiction; students will also be able to respond analytically to contemporary works of fiction and to prepare individual and peer work for publication.