The Pang in Your Heart short story workshop May 4, 2010

"The difference between a short story and a novel is the difference between a pang in your heart compared to the tragedy of your whole life. It's all a matter of how you feel the pain. Read a great story and there it is--right now--in your gut. A novel gives you some time between innings. A story is complete, remorseless." - Peter Orner

A short story can knock you flat, it can break your heart, it can make you believe in the world. But how? How can you achieve all that in just a few thousand words? This comprehensive workshop will cover all the key elements that make a short story great: plot, character, structure, tone, pacing, tension, dialogue, and more. In class, we'll explore the short story form using fun in-class exercises, close analysis of weekly readings, handouts, lecture and discussion. We'll also talk about how to integrate writing into your life, survive the slush pile, and publish your work. Each student will have 2-3 stories workshopped at length. Class size limited to 12 students.

Course fee: $385.00 Spots reserved with $100 deposit.
Contact [email protected] to register.