The American Short Fiction Workshop Series launches two online classes soon—July 15—so sign up now for a spot in an introductory workshop or learn how to apply for an advanced one. Classes run for eight weeks, through September 2. All students will receive individualized attention from instructors, be given targeted exercises to generate new work, and gain access to a supportive community of writers.
Both classes are workshop based. The introductory class will teach students how to read as writers and will focus on the elements of fiction. The advanced class will examine contemporary short stories and delve into Charles Baxter’s wonderful book on craft, The Art of Subtext: Beyond Plot.
Below is just a sampling of what some of our online students have to say about the workshops:
- “You run a hell of a workshop.”
- “I love online workshops. Just like reading a good short story, you get to know people (characters) from the inside out. The emphasis is on the work rather than the personalities of the writers. Plus, they offer opportunities for aspiring writers across the country to work with writers they wouldn’t otherwise be able to, and at a reasonable cost and time commitment.”
- “Starting the course with some opening readings and exercises and craft discussions was a wise choice. Naming the World [creative writing exercises, a course text] is excellent and I’ve already recommended it to a bunch of people. The discussion with the instructor about my writing was extremely helpful.”
Highly recommended. Jill is a close, sensitive reader; and it’s invaluable to get feedback from someone who’s not just a teacher, but a working editor.
Will Anymore Online workshops be offered in 2010