COURSE OUTLINE:

• Week One: The Many Versions of “Who Speaks?”
• Week Two: The Battle of Speed v. Authority
• Week Three: Scene-Making, Drama, and The Fight over “Who Wants What?”
• Week Four: Opening Gambits and “The Question of Where We Begin”
• Week Five: What Middles Are For
• Week Six: Hot, Cold, Lukewarm, and “Maybe It’s Not Water at All” Endings
• Week Seven: How to Build a Wall, a Fortress, a Castle, or a Boat (Structure, Blueprints, Architecture) 
• Week Eight: The Part of Craft that’s Not Really Craft at All (or the Question of Material, Night Sweats, and Hearts Beating Hard)

Mastery of Narrative Voice: Students will gain a deeper understanding of the various ways to approach narrative voice, allowing them to choose and manipulate who speaks in their stories, essays, and memoirs to create more compelling and authentic narratives.

Enhanced Story Structure Skills: Through weekly exercises and in-depth discussions on story structure, students will learn to craft strong beginnings, engaging middles, and satisfying endings. They will leave with multiple new starting points and a toolbox of techniques to structure their works effectively.

Dynamic Scene Creation: By exploring the essentials of scene-making, including drama and conflict, students will develop the ability to create vivid, dynamic scenes that drive their narratives forward and keep readers engaged.

Innovative Approach to Writing Craft: Beyond traditional craft elements, students will explore the intangible aspects of writing, such as inspiration, emotional depth, and creative authenticity. This holistic approach will empower them to tackle their projects with a fresh, innovative mindset and a renewed sense of purpose.