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In this beginner’s course, you’ll be introduced to fiction, creative nonfiction (i.e., personal essays/memoirs), and poetry. Ben will give you writing prompts to spark your imagination and to draw out stories. In fun and instructive exercises, you’ll explore craft basics such as developing compelling characters and creating believable dialogue.

In addition to doing your own writing, you’ll read excerpts from writers like Kate Braverman, Mary Karr, and Raymond Carver. “Sometimes we’ll read for the gut-level response and later think about why we reacted the way we did,” says Ben. “Other times we’ll focus on an aspect of craft, such as pacing or descriptive language, and think about how to use that in our own writing. Discussions and sharing of your own writing will also be an important part of this class. By the end of the course you’ll have the tools to develop a creative piece in any genre of your choosing.”

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Schedule
  1. Tuesday, August 15, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  2. Tuesday, August 22, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  3. Tuesday, August 29, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  4. Tuesday, September 5, 7:00pm-9:30pm
  5. Tuesday, September 12, 7:00pm-9:30pm

Details

Start:
Wednesday, August 16, 2017 @ 2:00 am PDT
End:
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 @ 4:30 am PDT
Cost:
$295.00
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Venue

Berkeley
2121 Bonar St, Studio D, 2nd Fl
Berkeley, CA United States
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