CityEast Community College

Everyone has a story to tell. Free up images and stories that have long lain hidden. Whether you are a new or experienced writer, the ideas and techniques in this course will show you how to: deal with the fear of writing, find your authentic voice, recall important life experiences and use fiction techniques to bring your stories to life. . [More]

This class will deal primarily with writing short stories or short pieces of prose, however, other forms of fiction, including novel and genre writing will be discussed. Run as a workshop with readings, writing exercises, homework and discussions, you are encouraged to bring your own work for class discussion. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced writers, the course will reflect the needs and wishes of the class, but topics covered will include: how to get started, what ... [More]

Learn practical techniques to develop an idea through to a script ready for a short film. Learn how to stimulate your imagination and create original dialogue, by building an effective structure, vivid characters and dramatic situations – important elements that make any screenplay an attractive proposition. Materials Pen and paper . [More]