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Course Description

Academic Year 2007-2008 • Grade 7 and above • Writing Sequence

For reference only; see current year course listing for course availability and details.

Creative Writing I

Sections and Teachers

Section 1:

Instructor: Jill Byington

Starts: September 7, 2007
Ends: June 6, 2008

Friday 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM ET

Tuition: $420.00

This course gives an overview of the basics of writing short fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction. The course includes:
  • Feedback from your instructor and fellow students in a supportive environment.
  • Ideas for bringing your words to life on the page.
  • Guidance for finding your voice.
  • Exposure to a range of writers and types of creative writing.
  • Cultivation of good writing habits.

Recommended background

Basic understanding of standard written English.

Textbooks and Materials

This item is required:

Fiction Writer's Workshop , Authors: Josip Novakovich

ISBN: 1884910394

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore


This item is required:

Writing Creative Nonfiction: Instruction and Insights from Teachers of the Associated Writing Programs , Authors: Philip Gerard (Editor), Carolyn Forche (Editor), Associated Writing Programs (Corporate Author)

ISBN: 1884910505

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: There is another book called "Writing Creative Nonfiction" by Cheney. It is a good book, but it is NOT the correct book for this course.


This item is required:

Writing Poetry , Authors: Shelley Tucker

ISBN: 1596470933

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore


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