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Writing Essentials
Master the essentials of writing! In this course, you’ll hone the skills you
need to communicate clearly on the job, express yourself fluently online,
and show off your creative literary talents. You’ll improve your writing
skills by learning to pick the right words, punctuate to perfection, and
avoid common spelling errors. Then you’ll find out how to put it all
together by crafting well-written sentences, building effective paragraphs,
and organizing your material logically. Finally, you’ll discover how to
make the most of e-mails and other forms of electronic communication.
Hands-on activities will help you put your powerful new skills to use right
away.
After you register, you will receive an email with instructions on how to
set up your password to enter into your online class.
ONL324 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
8372 Online 4/8–6/10
5309 Online 7/1–8/12
How toWrite Historical Fiction
Is it history or is it fiction? Only the author really knows... In this class
you will learn how to create historical settings in your writing, such as a
believable wild west setting or 1888, when ‘’Jack the Ripper’’ terrorized
the Whitechapel district in London. How do you write both the people
and language correctly for the time period? Or should modern opinions
influence your book? You will also learn when it works to alter past events
to fit your unique storyline. And most important, you will discuss the
difference between historical fiction and narrative non-fiction.
ENG221 | 6 hours | $69 ($30 tuition + $39 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: James Rada
8241 M 6pm – 8pm 5/9–5/23 FCC/E106
MysteryWriting
What makes a mystery? If you consider the books you’ve read most
recently, you may be surprised to discover that many—if not all—are
mysteries. From Dan Brown to Dennis Lehane, mysteries are hot items on
today’s best-seller lists. This course will teach you the techniques you need
to know if you want to become a best-selling mystery author. Mystery
Writing begins by introducing the four story types and then explains
how they relate to mysteries. It then reveals the three-act story structure,
which is any story’s key to success. Next, it shows you how to propel the
action forward to a climax, followed by a catharsis in which your readers
feel the release of tension that accompanies a great finish. And you’ll
write a complete scene from your story and learn the internal structure
that makes every scene feel right. Finally, you’ll delve into the special
techniques that apply to mysteries, including crime scene description,
MacGuffins, and the use of red herrings to misdirect your readers and
create suspense.. Follow the guidelines taught in this course, and you’ll be
well on your way to writing a successful mystery of your very own!
After you register, you will receive an email with instructions on how to
set up your password to enter into your online class.
ONL471 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
6015 Online 4/8-6/10
5312 Online 7/1–8/12
NEW! Self-PublishingYour Book
Learn how to get your book published and available for sale in bookstores
and online. Learn the pros and cons of self-publishing and whether it is
appropriate for your work. You will also explore the differences between
self-publishing, vanity publishing and lightning press. Find out how to
make your book indistinguishable from a title published by a large press.
ENG226 | 6 hours | $69 ($30 tuition + $39 fees)
INSTRUCTOR: James Rada
5179 MW 6pm – 8pm 7/18–7/25 FCC/H205
Advanced FictionWriting
Do you have a manuscript, or parts of a manuscript, and need to know
how to polish it for publication? Are you a published author who wants to
learn techniques to write more effectively and efficiently? If you answered
yes to any of these questions, then Advanced Fiction Writing is for you!
In this course, you’ll explore all the topics a writer needs to create a
successful manuscript, including story structure, plot, character, dialogue,
setting, suspense, conflict, action, viewpoint, tense, and even how to get
published. Each lesson includes an assignment that will help you develop
or polish your manuscript. And in the Discussion Area, you’ll have an
opportunity to share your work with classmates to obtain their feedback.
Through this step by step process, you will have the tools to turn your
story idea into a published book. Join us for the next six weeks, and you’ll
never look at fiction writing the same way again!
After you register, you will receive an email with instructions on how to
set up your password to enter into your online class.
ONL474 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
8373 Online 4/8–6/10
5314 Online 7/1–8/12
How to Make Money FromYourWriting
You really can make money with your writing. Whether you want to create
your own business, add to your income, supplement your retirement, or
boost what you’re earning as a writer, you’ll find the how-to’s here. In just
six weeks, you will learn secrets, methods, and tips to help you generate
income with your writing. You’ll explore a dozen genres that can help
you establish a sometime, part-time, or full-time career as a writer. You
will also get facts on ghostwriting, collaboration, writing for the Web, and
writing for new technologies, copywriting, article and essay writing, and
novel and nonfiction book writing, plus tips for finding publishers and
agents. A fulfilling (and lucrative) writing work is waiting for you!
After you register, you will receive an email with instructions on how to
set up your password to enter into your online class.
ONL475 | 6 weeks | $109 fee
INSTRUCTOR: CE Instructor
8374 Online 4/8–6/10
5315 Online 7/1–8/12
PERSONAL ENRICHMENT
Note: ONL classes start the Wednesday of the second full week of each
month. During the registration process you will select the month to begin the
class. Students will have six (6) weeks from the class start date to complete the
class.