Creative Writing Workshop is designed for students interested in gaining or building on a foundation in fiction or creative non-fiction writing. Through our writing, reading and review of film as a medium, we will examine and practice the craft of creating rich characters, vibrant scenes, and crisp dialogue.  Through our reading and critique work, we will build “tool kits” of literary writing and reading techniques. Students will produce one memoir-based piece; a short story, novel chapter, or journalistic piece; and a “student choice” writing block (two major pieces—both drafted and extensively revised).  We will concentrate on the artistic and process of draft, and the craft of revision.  Students should also expect to spend time outside class critiquing peer work. While the focus of the program is creative writing, this class will help students to learn storytelling techniques useful in non-profit, business, and other professional settings.

Texts and Assigned Writing:

Writing Fiction: The Practical Guide from New York’s Acclaimed Writing School (Gotham Writer’s Workshop)

Gotham Writer’s Workshop Fiction Gallery: Exceptional Stories

Self Editing For Fiction Writers , Browne and King

Novel selected by individual student writing groups

Provided online: Custom collection of short stories and poems