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Spring Forward into a Writing Class

3/11/2017

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Fresh writing classes begin April 19 in Naples, Fla. through the ACE program. (Summer classes begin June 12, 2017.)

Revision Decisions
(ID : 24949) 
Wednesdays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM        Duration: 6 weeks
Meets at Barron Collier HS: April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17 and 24

The real work of writing happens during the revision stage in the writing process.  Learn different techniques to rethink pacing and development of your work-in-progress.  Participants work with their own manuscripts to complete in-class revision exercises and then share excerpts.  Bring a short 2-page writing sample to the first class. Click for details

Story Elements: Character, Plot, POV
(ID : 24950)  
Thursdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM         Duration: 3 weeks
Meets at Barron Collier HS: April 20, 27, and May 4

Get started on your story with these important elements. Through writing exercises learn to engage readers by crafting 3-dimensional characters then creating an exciting plot with a realistic point-of-view. We’ll share in-class writing to learn from different story options. This short course is perfect for all levels of writers.
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Reading With a Writer's Eye
(ID : 24948)  
Mondays 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM     Duration:  5 weeks
Meets at Barron Collier HS: April 24, May 1, 8, 15, and 22

Learn from published authors as we read and discuss a variety of stories from an author's perspective: hooking the reader, character, conflict, creating scenes through action and dialogue and how it applies to writing.  We'll also discuss characterization and plot development in popular TV series and movies. 
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Story Elements: Dialogue, Scene, Theme
(ID : 24951)
Thursdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM         Duration: 3 weeks
Meets at Barron Collier HS: May 11, 18, and 25


Focus on specific story elements in this short course perfect for all writing levels. Engage readers using dialogue, action, and setting to establish strong scenes and then deepen the story by considering story theme. We’ll explore options for each writing element and share in-class writing to learn from each other.
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Summer classes will meet in Naples, Fla. at Lorenzo Walker Technical College for June and July. (Then classes will return to Barron Collier High School for fall sessions.)

Focus on Your Book Project
(ID : 24947) 
Mondays 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM     Duration: 6 weeks
Meets at Lorenzo Walker Technical College (Estey Ave & Airport Rd.)
June 12, 19, 26, July 3, 10, and 17


Have you often thought of writing a book? Discover the process of drafting both fiction and nonfiction books from planning and layout, chaptering and organizing, to the importance of different writing elements.  Students will have time during each session to share excerpts of their works-in-progress for feedback.  All writing levels encouraged.  Click for details.

Creative Connections
(ID : 24952)  
Tuesdays 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM     Duration: 4 weeks 
Meets at Lorenzo Walker Technical College (Estey Ave & Airport Rd.)
June 13, 20, 27, and July 11 (no class July 4)

Unlock your imagination with fun activities to generate ideas and maintain writing motivation. Explore how creativity works and how to use art as a creative warm-up. Projects include  plot trees, timelines, character collage, and creating pin boards for story setting plus useful writing prompts to keep the creative juices flowing. Click for details.

Self-Editing for Writers
(ID : 24953)
Wednesdays 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM     Duration: 4 weeks 
Meets at Lorenzo Walker Technical College (Estey Ave & Airport Rd.)
June 13, 21, 28, and July 5


Whether writing fiction or business communication, your sentences and paragraphs need to be clear and concise. Identifying errors in our own writing is hard, but by following 8 simple principles, you will be able to polish your prose while having fun brushing up on grammar and punctuation basics. 
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