Few notions are more daunting than the thought of writing a novel.
This class is designed for experienced writers who have been thinking about making the jump from writing short stories, or who have begun writing a novel but have gotten a bit lost on the way. We will look at published novels and talk about how characters are created, how story lines are launched, how time is managed and imagery utilized. Students will present chapters for discussion, and class members will be asked to comment on what's working and what isn't, with the understanding that everyone's novel is a work in progress. In addition, we will read essays by novelists about their writing and their work habits. The amount of writing experience students have may vary, but all class members should be serious about writing a book and helping others work on theirs.