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Intermediate Fiction Writing

X440 (2 semester units in English)

An elective in the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in Writing

Designed for those who have already completed Introduction to Writing Fiction X11 or the equivalent, this course provides an opportunity to further explore the craft of writing fiction. Lectures and in-class exercises focus on the short story; however, those interested in working on novels can also benefit. Aspects of the craft to be explored include plotting, narrative voice, and personal style. Class sessions include instructor-led critiques of your work and focus on improving your ability to edit and revise your stories. Enrollment is limited to 18.

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Tues. Sept. 15, Berkeley

DANIEL COSHNEAR, M.F.A., has taught creative writing at San Francisco State University since 1997. In 1997 he was awarded a Henfield Prize from the Transatlantic Review and in 2000 he received The Willa Cather Award for his collection of stories, Jobs & Other Preoccupations, published by Helicon Nine Editions.

• 10 meetings
• Sept. 15 to Nov. 24: Tues., 6:30-9:30 pm (no meeting Oct. 13)
• Berkeley: 2326 Tolman Hall, UC campus
• $495 (EDP 011221)

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