Course Detail
Units:
0.0
Course Components:
Lecture
Enrollment Information
Course Attribute:
University Connected Learning
Description
Speculative fiction is the only genre that gives writers complete creative freedom. Break all the rules in this free-flowing class as you push your creativity to its full extent. We'll look at methods used by the masters of horror, fantasy, and sci-fi in order to understand the fundamentals of plot, character, pacing, and dialogue in the genre. Exercises, in-class writing, and critiques will help you avoid cliches, pace writing to build suspense, and create empathetic characters.