Fiction Writing: Building A Compelling Story
Intensive workshop (suitable for beginner to advanced students)
Taught by Joshua Edwards and Lynn Xu, or Rashmi Jolly Dalai, or David Perry, or Sawako Nakayasu.
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This course is for anyone who is interested in the skills and art involved in building a good story.  All good and memorable stories, unlike the reality on which they are based, contain key, unavoidable elements: well-rounded characters, a relatable premise, an interesting setting, appropriate pacing, central and compelling conflict, and a strong story-writing voice.  This course will break down these elements through short lectures and illustrative reading and writing exercises.  Writers will also be given an opportunity to read, write, and workshop with a group of writing enthusiasts under the guidance of a seasoned author.  Our main goal is to provide students with a practical understanding of the principles and practices of fiction writing.  We will read key works together from the perspective of the writer and together find the inspiration to create, experiment, and become comfortable with different narrative voices and personas.  This course is highly interactive, where students brainstorm, share ideas, and give and receive constructive criticism.  Students should be prepared to read 15 – 20 pages of text prior to each class, to participate in class discussion, to write or substantially edit at least ten pages of text a week, and be open to providing constructive commentary on your classmates' work in a supportive environment.

Course Title: Fiction Writing
Tuition Fee: RMB 3200

Spring Session 2013: March 6th to May 11th

Section A: Wednesday evenings (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 6th to May 8th (Course Code: FW103)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section B: Thursday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 7th to May 9th (Course Code: FW104)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section C: Saturday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)   Registration Closed
10 weeks from March 9th to May 11th (Course Code: FW105)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Fall Session 2013: October 9th to December 14th

Section A: Wednesday evenings (6:30 PM - 9:00 PM)
10 weeks from October 9th to December 11th (Course Code: FW103)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section B: Thursday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
10 weeks from October 10th to December 12th (Course Code: FW104)
Location: ELC Learning Center

Section C: Saturday afternoons (1:00 PM - 3:30 PM)
10 weeks from October 12th to December 14th (Course Code: FW105)
Location: ELC Learning Center

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE

Registration Procedure:
First register online to reserve your place.  You will receive a confirmation email with further details and instructions.  Payment must be made on site at the ELC Learning Center during the payment dates shown below (you can come in person or send someone).

Tuition fee payment for the Fall Session 2013 will take place Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, September 13th, 14th, 15th, and 16th.  The payment hours are 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM.  Payments will be received in the Registration Office at the ELC Learning Center.  Payment must be received on time to complete your enrollment and maintain your reservation in the class(es) for which you have registered.

Register early to reserve your place, as many classes fill up quickly.  If the course for which you are registered does not reach the minimum enrollment requirement, you will be notified of the cancellation before the payment dates.  As such, we receive payments only for courses which are proceeding as scheduled.  Please note, we do not offer trial lessons or discounts of any kind.  Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued after the start of the term.