Fiction 101: Telling Stories, Inventing Worlds

In this 5-week class, we'll learn how to build engaging fictional worlds, whether we’re aiming for the fantasy of JRR Tolkien or the “reality” of Jhumpa Lahiri... more
September 25 - October 23
5 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Earning Dramatic Emotion

In this 5-week process class we will dissect the intricate concepts of how emotions are developed in fiction and creative nonfiction, and master how to recognize and apply narrative craft that develop dramatic emotions in ways that can move our readers... more

Instructor: Junse Kim

September 25 - October 23
5 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Fiction Focus: Dive into Story Craft

"Instinct alone will only take us so far as writers,” says instructor Amy G. Latham. “Learning craft techniques will help us to create the lively characters who will drive our plots... more

Instructor: Amy G. Latham

September 25 - October 23
5 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Screenwriting and Storytelling Mentorship with Kate Montgomery

“You can read all the how-to books and ask your friends and family for feedback. But if you’re serious about getting produced or published, you will ultimately need professional guidance,” says instructor Kate Montgomery... more

Instructor: Kate Montgomery

September 25 - October 23
5 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Intro to Fiction: Laying the Foundation

In this remote class, you'll develop concrete skills and narrative techniques through fun writing exercises designed to help you master your craft. At the end of five weeks, you'll have a better grip on how to use these techniques (for developing character, setting, and plot) as tools for building your story... more
August 13 - September 10
5 Wednesdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

San Francisco, CA

Write That Novel!

Writing a novel can be a lonely business! If you want to start a novel or you’ve got a novel in progress, this class provides guidance, inspiration, and support... more
August 19 - September 16
5 Tuesdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Writing from the Heart: Uncover Your Most Powerful Themes

To write our best, we must write from the heart. But finding which subjects mean the most to us can be difficult. Each week Ray Hsu will lead you through a series of fun, engaging, and effective exercises to help you discover and explore the deep and most compelling themes in your life... more
July 08 - August 05
5 Tuesdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Short Story 1-2-3: Writing Fiction That Packs a Punch

“Ever since I began writing, I’ve been fascinated by the short story form,” Jennifer Lewis says. “You can read a short story from beginning to end in one sitting. I love the immediacy and resolve, the feeling of completion with an economy of words... more
July 13 - August 17
6 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Earning Dramatic Emotion

In this 5-week process class we will dissect the intricate concepts of how emotions are developed in fiction and creative nonfiction, and master how to recognize and apply narrative craft that develop dramatic emotions in ways that can move our readers... more
August 14 - September 11
5 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Fiction Workshop: Building Our Stories

This class is a hybrid take on the traditional workshop model, and while the workshop will be a major component of every class, writers will also have space to generate new material in class ... more
July 07 - August 11
6 Mondays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

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