{"product_id":"building-your-novel-scene-by-scene-fiction-seminar","title":"Building Your Novel Scene by Scene: A One-Day Fiction Craft Seminar with Jacquelin Cangro on Tuesday, January 12th, 2027","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eTuesday, January 12, 2027\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eLive Seminar via Zoom from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eNow Enrolling! Any questions about this class? Use the Chat Button to talk with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eInstructor Jacquelin Cangro worked at Penguin Random House and Simon \u0026amp; Schuster for more than twenty years. Now, as an independent developmental editor and book coach, she reviews novel manuscripts in many genres, including historical, YA, women's fiction, romance, and upmarket, providing writers with feedback to revise their stories. She teaches creative writing at GrubStreet and The Loft, and she's presented workshops at writing conferences around the world. She's in the process of revising her road trip novel around France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this class for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eDesigned for beginner and intermediate fiction writers, this introductory online writing class explores the essential elements of compelling scenes, from character goals and conflict to dialogue, setting, and emotional development, giving you the tools to keep your story moving forward. You'll leave with an understanding of the difference between scene and summary, how to create tension within a scene, and tools for developing a scene strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eStrong scenes do more than connect plot points—they deepen character, build tension, and keep readers turning the pages. But how do you know if a scene is doing its job?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eIn this two-hour fiction writing seminar, we'll examine how character goals, conflict, and action work together to create scenes that move the story forward. We'll identify the craft techniques that make scenes memorable and discuss how those techniques can strengthen your work in progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eJacquelin's approach combines the perspective of a developmental editor with the practice of a working writer. Rather than treating scene as an abstract craft concept, she'll share the practical questions and framework she uses when evaluating manuscripts—tools that help reveal whether a scene has a clear purpose, creates meaningful change, and earns its place in your novel. Writing exercises and prompts will give you the opportunity to immediately apply what you've learned, and there will be plenty of time for Q\u0026amp;A throughout this live Zoom writing class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the writing goals?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eIn this course, students will deepen narrative momentum and emotional stakes through the building blocks of scene. The seminar includes a mix of discussion, short readings, and in-class writing exercises designed to generate new work or expand existing projects. You'll come away with practical tools to immediately apply to your novel in progress. While there is no additional written feedback for this seminar, there will be plenty of time for Q\u0026amp;A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReadings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eThere are no required course texts. Brief excerpts will be shared in class for discussion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOURSE OUTLINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHour One: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAnatomy of a Scene; Narrative Arc and Character Arc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHour Two: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWriting Prompt; Exploring Scene Types\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCOURSE TAKEAWAYS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eUnderstand the difference between scene and summary—and when to use each\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLearn how character goals, conflict, and action combine to create tension within a scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eApply a developmental editor's framework for evaluating whether a scene has a clear purpose and creates meaningful change\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGenerate new work through in-class writing exercises and prompts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDevelop a scene strategy to build momentum across your novel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTESTIMONIALS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe class was incredible, and most of that is due to the warm, positive, and encouraging energy Jackie brought each week. A lot of it is also due to the engaging and thoughtful classmates who made up our group. I loved how much time Jackie gave us to ask questions about any and every topic she covered, and she never made us feel like any question was too simple or off topic. She took every comment or question and turned it into another learning opportunity. She picked excellent reading excerpts for us to review in class, and the overall structure worked really well — each lesson built on the previous one seamlessly. This class has been the highlight of my week for the past six weeks. It was a warm, creative space to escape the monotony of daily life, and it made me feel like I'm capable of creating something special one day too. — Shannon H., Former Student\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003eJackie was responsive, supportive, and wonderful to learn from. The class was structured so well and each time I felt I learned something new and was motivated to do more and grow as a writer. My only suggestion would be to make the class longer! I didn't want it to end. — Amber L., Former Student\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePAYMENT OPTIONS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eTuition is $99 USD. You can pay for the course in full or use Shop Pay or Affirm to pay over time with equal Monthly Payments. Both options are available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eONLINE COURSE STRUCTURE:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInstructor: Jacquelin Cangro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eOne-Day Seminar on Tuesday, January 12, 2027\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eClass will meet once via Zoom from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM ET\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTuition is $99 USD.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Writing Workshops Org","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49950696177912,"sku":null,"price":658.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0287\/3917\/4532\/files\/BuildingYourNovelScenebySceneAOne-DayFictionCraftSeminarwithJacquelinCangro.png?v=1783697640","url":"https:\/\/writingworkshops.com\/en-dk\/products\/building-your-novel-scene-by-scene-fiction-seminar","provider":"Writing Workshops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}