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| Writing Historical Fiction |
Whether history is a backdrop to your story or the focus of the story itself, this workshop will provide you with the tools to find the facts you need, organize the data in a functional manner, and merge that data seamlessly into your novel. You'll discover the appropriate level of historical data to include as a function of a particular writing goal, learn the definition of historical markers and how and where to unearth them, and uncover the tools to integrate history, research, and the fiction plot arc. |
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LAST CHANCE! This course will not be offered again. |
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| Show Me The Stakes: Writing Conflict That Actually Hooks |
Too many manuscripts confuse conflict with stakes. Characters argue, obstacles appear, things happen. All fine and well, but if nothing actually hangs in the balance, the scene is going to be flat. And flat scenes are the quickest way to lose readers.This course will show you how to make every page pulse with the thing that matters most: consequence. You’ll learn to pin down what’s really at risk for your characters, raise the cost of failure, and revise your scenes so readers can’t look away. |
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| Do you remember the difference between the 8 parts of speech and how to use them? Are you comfortable with punctuation and mechanics? No matter what type of writing you do, mastering the fundamentals of grammar and mechanics is an important first step to having a successful writing career. |
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| Whether you are a writing novice looking to cut your teeth or a published professional, the short story is a unique and challenging medium that offers you amazing opportunities. The course covers structure and the common pitfalls writers experience when crafting a short story. Throughout this four-week course, you will have feedback and support while you write and hone an entire short story from beginning to end, and you'll leave with a polished draft of your story. |
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| Creating the Viral Web Series |
With Rebecca Norris Resnick |
In recent years, the Internet has created space for an entirely new storytelling format: the web series. Cheap to make and easily accessible for viewers, a web series can be the perfect way for you to get started as a filmmaker and be noticed for your talent. All you need is the right set of tools and skills. Whether you’re interested in comedy or drama, this course will give you the tools you need to get started writing and producing your very own series from the ground up. |
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