“Cc Me!” Writing Letter Poems
"Writing can be a lonely act, and it often seems no one's listening," says instructor Cate Lycurgus. "In this class we'll explore the letter poem and its potential for connection, discovery, and [...]
"Writing can be a lonely act, and it often seems no one's listening," says instructor Cate Lycurgus. "In this class we'll explore the letter poem and its potential for connection, discovery, and [...]
In this generative class, we’ll explore how constraints may inspire both poetry and prose. We’ll look at examples by writers who use these techniques, then engage with inventive writing [...]
“Over the years, I've learned that plot is one of the most mysterious elements of the art of fiction,” says instructor Nina Schuyler. "Some writers think a plot is written by formula. Not true! [...]
This 3-week course is designed for anyone who wants to write for kids, whether you have questions about where to start, or are wondering how to take your manuscript to the next level
“Every story takes place somewhere,” says instructor Katharine Harer. “Images in poetry and stories often root us in distinct places. When we write about a place, and weave together our memories [...]
This course is perfect for writers at any stage of their writing life or career (from beginner to advanced) who want a better understanding of how the publishing world works and how to navigate [...]
In this three-week class, we’ll find and collect words and passages from other pieces of text and mix these and our own words together to experiment with new voices, phrasings, and vocabularies [...]
“Writing memoir is like being a miner, shining a light into the nooks and crannies of our lives,” says instructor Katharine Harer. “We think we know what we'll find, but we're often surprised by [...]
"What’s the best way to craft a story that’s both satisfying and original?” asks instructor Kate Montgomery. “‘Go hybrid!’ Combine elements from more than one genre to bring a new take to those [...]
“In this class, rather than learning how one makes a poem,” says instructor Erin Rodoni, “we will approach craft by asking ‘How do I make this poem?’ Over the course of three weeks, we will [...]
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San Francisco Location: 2042 Balboa St., San Francisco, CA 94121
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