The Art of Short Story Writer's Workshop

Learn The Advantages and Artistry of Writing Short Stories

Classes will discuss: Story Structure–Once a writer understands the structure of a story, it’s easier to write one. We will discuss three common structures: Linear, In Medias Res, and In Finis Literary Devices–Learn to access hundreds of literary devices including: Metaphor, Simile, and Analogy. Setting and Scene–Learn to implement a chosen literary device in a scene to improve the impact of your story. Characterization–Learn about attachable characters and non-attachable characters and the purpose of each. Create a character to integrate into your story. Point of View– Learn various ways to tell their story: known narrator, unknown narrator, animal, inanimate object, or entirely through dialogue and action. Dialogue–Practice integrating dialogue into your plot. Show Don't Tell–Turn boring description into a sensory experience for the reader Publication–How and where to get noticed. Requirements: This is a generative workshop so bring supplies to write a new short story with you. Also bring a way to access the internet: phone, tablet, or computer. REGISTRATION