Advanced Creative Writing of Fiction

An advanced workshop designed to raise a student's work to a professional level for eventual publication. Manuscripts are analyzed in class discussion with emphasis on the finer elements of narrative, characterization, dialogue, and pacing. Techniques of novella and novel writing are presented. The work of established mainstream and genre writers is also scrutinized to heighten awareness of various literary approaches. PREREQUISITE: ENGL 264 or the equivalent or consent of instructor based upon a writing sample. May not be taken concurrently with other fiction writing courses. May be repeated for credit.