Spring 2008 Workshops at Writers & Books

Fiction

Storyboarding for Fiction Writers 

WA8-F04
1 Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Apr. 5
$35 W&B members / $39 general public
Instructor: Len Messineo

Storyboarding is an often-overlooked weapon in the fiction writer’s arsenal. It can be invaluable in planning a work or critiquing a completed draft. The instructor will explore various ways to establish a storyboard using  paper or software, and examine ways to ensure that a story has a well-plotted arc, thematic coherence, a clear through-line, and adequate character development.

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Advanced Fiction

SA8-F01
8 Wednesdays 7–9 p.m.
May 7 through June 25 (no calss May 26- Memorial Day)
$159 W&B members / $165 general public
Instructor: Martin Naparsteck

This workshop is designed to help experienced writing students take their fiction to the next level. Character, plot, narration, dialogue, voice, theme, and everything else that goes into the best fiction will be discussed. Participants will have the opportunity to critique and be critiqued in a supportive atmosphere. Participants are expected to have some workshop experience or some practice at writing fiction.

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Beginning Story Writing

SA8-F02
6 Mondays 7-9 p.m.
April 21 through May 26
$100 W&B members / $110 general public
Instructor: Steven Huff

You’ve always wanted to write fiction but have not known where to begin. This class will examine the basic principles and techniques of fiction: Point-of-view, dialogue, plotting, and character development. Learn to dig into your own cache of memories and experiences for story material, train your ear for authentic dialogue, and learn the mechanics of creating a scene.

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Science Fiction and Fantasy Writing Workshop

SA8-F03
8 Wednesdays, 7–9 p.m.
April 9 through May 28
$159 W&B members/ $169 general public
Instructor: Nancy Kress

Science fiction stories—in print, audio, and on the big screen—are more popular than ever. Whether you are interested in writing short stories or novels, this workshop will guide you through the challenges of writing tales of science fiction (that extrapolate upon existing scientific theory) and fantasy stories (that are true departures from reality). Learn all about the genres and sub-genres that make up this thriving literature, as well as how to market your work to appropriate publishers. Participants are expected to bring to class at least a first draft of a short story or one chapter of a novel to share with the group for constructive in-class critique sessions.

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Romance 101

SA8-F04
3 Thursdays 6-8 p.m.
May 1 through May 15
$56 W&B members / $59 general public
Instructor: Robbi Hess

Learn from the former senior editor for the Black Rose line at The Wild Rose Press what goes into the making of a romance story that readers and editors want to read. In this class you will get your feet wet with exercises and examples in: opening hooks, dialogue, characterization, love scenes, plotting and more that are unique to romance fiction. The class will include optional "homework" in class exercises and critiques.

Course Canceled

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