Writing Fiction: Foundational Concepts, Skills, and Practice

This is a workshop-based course on the fundamentals of writing fiction. It touches on popular subgenres such as literary fiction, science fiction, fantasy, suspense, mystery, historical fiction, satire, romance, and more. Students will read, discuss, and create presentations on works by established fiction writers; experiment with craft concepts in their own stories; provide and receive constructive feedback in a supportive workshop environment; and maintain a consistent writing practice throughout the course.