Novel Craft Workshop
Novel writing may be an exciting proposition, but-as any published novelist will tell you-it takes a lot of discipline and hard work. Use the workshop format of this course to gain the discipline and skills needed to develop your craft as a novel writer. Hone your skills through an exploration of point of view, sense of place, techniques of dramatization and narration, character and dialogue. Discover how your personal application of these techniques and your personal style are reflected in your manuscripts. Examine the structural considerations of a novel, focusing on large and small narrative arcs and exploring the relationship of scene to chapter and chapter to story. Reading published examples and learning how to critically analyze the work of others supplements the weekly writing assignments and workshop sessions. Bring your manuscript-or your idea for a novel-and expand your writing skills in an encouraging and solutions-oriented environment.
Prerequisite:
Basic writing skills, some writing experience and a good command of the English language. Tools of the Writer's Craft and Short Fiction Workshop, or equivalent experience is recommended.
Instructor(s):
Shawna Yang Ryan
is the author of Water Ghosts, a Northern California Book Award finalist. Formerly a Fulbright Scholar in Taiwan, Ryan now lives and works in Berkeley.When:
Jan. 28-March 18: Thurs., 6-9 p.m. (March 18: 6-10 p.m.)
Where:
Sutter Square Galleria, 2901 K St, Sacramento, CA
Directions:
Fee:
$350.00 ($375.00 if postmarked after 01/14/2010).
Special Discount fee:
$337.50 for organizations enrolling three or more people at the same time in the same course. All registrations must be submitted at the same time and fees paid with one check, credit card or purchase order.
Credit:
2.5 quarter units academic credit, X410.25
Required textbooks:
Making Shapely Fiction by Jerome Stern ISBN 0393029298, Pafko at the Wall by Don DeLillo ISBN 0743230000 and White Noise by Don DeLillo ISBN 0140283307. Buy these books from the UC Davis Bookstore.
Section:
093WRT146
