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Creative Writing: The Craft of Plot
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Discover the art of crafting compelling plots, from structure and scene-building to character development and revision techniques. Enhance your storytelling skills and bring your narratives to life.
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Creative Writing: The Craft of Setting and Description
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In this course aspiring writers will be introduced to the techniques that masters of fiction use to ground a story in a concrete world. From the most realist settings to the most fantastical, writers will learn how to describe the physical world in shar…
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Creative Writing: The Craft of Character
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At the center of a good story are the characters in it. In this course aspiring writers will discover how to build and bring to life complex, vivid and unforgettable characters.
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Creative Writing: The Craft of Style
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Enhance your writing style through metaphor, imagery, and word choice. Learn revision techniques to create compelling stories and polished prose.
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I'm Brandon Sanderson, and I write stories of the fantastic: fantasy, science fiction, and thrillers. Learn about plot, wordbuilding, short stories, character, and publishing.
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Writing Books for Children

Discover the art of crafting hilarious children's fiction, from memorable characters to clever titles, with expert insights on storytelling and humor.
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Explore the art of crafting engaging picture books, from ideation to publication. Master storytelling techniques, character development, and collaboration with illustrators.
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Discover your poetic voice through memory, imagination, and sensory exploration. Craft unique styles, find inspiration, and build a personal collection while exploring various forms and occasions.
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Develop your storytelling skills across short story, narrative essay, and memoir genres. Master techniques for plot, character, setting, and style through analysis and peer evaluation. Create a substantial original piece in your chosen genre.
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Ever wondered about the psychology of literature or stories? Or how a certain narrative might change our attitude or perspective?
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Learn to write engaging Fiction, Poetry, Drama, & Creative Non-Fiction and become the successful writer you want to be
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