In the course "Writing Stories About Ourselves," creative nonfiction writers will delve into the art of storytelling, drawing inspiration from various creative mediums. Through this exploration, participants will learn to view their experiences as compelling tales, incorporating critical elements such as engaging openings, impactful content selection, vivid detailing, and the nuances of dialogue. The ultimate objective is to cultivate a sense of performance in their writing, transforming personal narratives into captivating literary works.
The course comprises several modules, each focusing on different aspects of storytelling techniques. From learning how to engage readers with captivating openings to mastering the art of dialogue and vivid description, participants will gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance their creative nonfiction writing.
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The course modules cover a wide range of topics, including traditional storytelling methods, engaging openings, vivid description, dialogue, and more. Participants will learn to view their experiences as compelling tales and gain practical skills to enhance their creative nonfiction writing.
Participants will explore the overlap between fiction and memoir, learn to view themselves as characters in their stories, and practice critical storytelling elements such as engaging openings and content selection.
Through the lens of a filmmaker, participants will learn to develop hyper-vivid prose, understand the power of the white page, and gain practical insights into storytelling techniques inspired by film.
Participants will delve into the importance of captivating opening lines, engaging the audience from the start, and learn to master the art of drawing readers into their narratives from the very first sentence.
This module focuses on the nuances of dialogue, emphasizing the strengths and limitations of this storytelling element, and guides participants in crafting impactful and realistic dialogue in their narratives.
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