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Fiction Writing Basics

X54 (1 semester unit in English)

Stories that satisfy writers and readers are an artful weaving of fiction's essential elements: character development, plot, setting, conflict and suspense, and narrative voice. This course is a series of six workshops designed to help you build your skills in these fundamental areas. Each session focuses in depth on one topic through class discussion, selected readings, and writing exercises presented in a supportive atmosphere. You explore how each element contributes to the success of a story and gain techniques that help you create strong and compelling work. Enrollment is limited.

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Sat. July 18, Berkeley

MARGARET LUCKE is the author of the novel A Relative Stranger and two how-to books on writing, Schaum's Quick Guide to Writing Great Short Stories and Writing Mysteries . She is also coauthor of Who Stole Travada? Her short stories have appeared in the Lethal Ladies anthology series, The First Line, and Salon.com.

• 6 meetings
• July 18 to Aug. 22: Sat., 10 am-1 pm
• Berkeley: 50 Barrows Hall, UC campus
• $350 (EDP 015156)

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