CRW-3090: The Art of Fiction

Students in this writing workshop will develop the craft of writing fiction. The coursework focuses on various elements of fiction - character, description, plot, dialogue, story shape, theme, language, and style, as well as more advanced strategies to evoke emotion in the reader or suspend a reader’s sense of disbelief. Through discussions and reading assignments, students explore the work of various fiction writers. Through workshop, students assess the craft of peer writers, offering strategies for revision and development.
Min. Credits: 3.0 Max Credits: 4.0
Credit Basis: Quarter credit
Location(s): Antioch Univ Los Angeles, Antioch Univ Santa Barbara, Antioch Univ Seattle
Method(s): Classroom
Course Type: Liberal & Disciplinary Studies