It's back to school time, so gather your pens and paper and get back into a writing routine. Here are upcoming writing classes around Naples. Listed chronologically beginning September 7, so check class location.
Writing Short Stories—6 weeks
Thursdays 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 2017
Barron Collier High School
No time to write a book? Write a short story! Learn from published examples while crafting short stories. Explore conflict, characterization, viewpoint, and description as they contribute to plot. Tips on using viewpoint and sensory details to engage readers, as well as story length, structure, and genre details are covered. (ID: 7209) Click for registration info.
A Novel Experience—4 weeks
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 p.m. | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
Renaissance Academy (FGCU Naples Center, 5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Have you always wanted to write a book but do not know how to begin? Then this workshop is for you. You will learn the stages in the writing process as you plan and organize your book, and explore characterization and plotting along with basic fiction elements. Those interested in writing nonfiction will learn the importance of back-matter, envisioning the layout, using photos and diagrams, and other details important to successful nonfiction. All writing levels welcome. Bring a summary of your writing project or idea to the first class. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Become a Better Writer—3 weeks
Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 4, 11, 18
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Participants may register for the entire series (NC8457) or for any of the individual lectures below. Dramatically improve your writing skills with this series of craft workshops and in-class writing exercises. The series will focus on the most important elements of character development, plot, and dialogue. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Character Development—single session
Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 4
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. Having trouble creating characters that the reader believes could be real? In this class, we will focus on how to turn cardboard characters into well-rounded personalities that will engage readers. Participants will also learn how to incorporate these essential parts into a story or novel. Students will complete several in-class exercises with time to share and discuss for improvement. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Plot—single session
Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 11
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. In this class, we will complete several fun in-class activities to demonstrate how to add intriguing plot twists and turns to a story or novel. We will discuss story arc and pacing plus the essential details for plotting: character motivation/desire, action, and temporary resolutions. Time is allotted to share in-class writing for feedback and discussion. All writing levels welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Dialogue—single session
Thursdays – 10-11:30 a.m. | October 18
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. In this class, we will focus on how to properly punctuate and format dialogue, use it to craft scenes that show rather than tell, and provide story and character background. Balancing dialogue with narrative and incorporating actions and thoughts while maintaining viewpoint will also be covered. Students will complete several in-class exercises with time to share and discuss for improvements. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Guided Revision/Collaborative Critique—6 weeks
Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Oct. 23, 30 Nov. 6, 13, 27, Dec. 4, 2017
Meeting Offsite (at Panera Bread across form Barron Collier HS)
Making time to improve your writing is important. This collaborative workshop allows writers to receive feedback and guidance on their works-in-progress--poems, short stories, memoir, novels, or articles. Learn as we discuss what works and what needs reworking. Time and length limit to excerpts are dependent on group size. (ID:27206) Click for registration info.
Marketing for Writers–4 weeks
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon | Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. Have you finished your manuscript? Hope to pitch your idea to editors? Now you’re ready to embark on a new writer’s journey – overcoming all the hurdles of getting published. In this course, we will explore how to find and select markets and then pitch manuscripts to editors. We’ll work on crafting strong submission letters, learn the difference between proposals and query letters, publishing terms, and the details of basic contracts. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Story Elements: Character, Plot, POV—3 weeks
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Oct 26, Nov. 2, 9
Barron Collier High School
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. (ID:27207) Click for registration info
Writing Short Fiction—4 weeks
Mondays, 10:00-noon | Oct. 30, Nov 6, 12, 20
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Do you enjoy reading short stories? Would you like to write fiction but do not have time to devote to a novel? Write a short story! In this class, designed for beginners or anyone wishing to explore short stories, participants will learn from published examples while applying short fiction techniques to their own writing. We will explore conflict, characterization, viewpoint, and description as they contribute to plot. Tips on using viewpoint and sensory detail to engage readers, as well as story length and structure, will be covered. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Story Elements: Dialogue, Scene, Theme—3 weeks
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Nov. 16, 30, Dec. 7, 2017
Barron Collier High School
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. (ID:27208) Click for registration details.
Writing Short Stories—6 weeks
Thursdays 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5, 12, 2017
Barron Collier High School
No time to write a book? Write a short story! Learn from published examples while crafting short stories. Explore conflict, characterization, viewpoint, and description as they contribute to plot. Tips on using viewpoint and sensory details to engage readers, as well as story length, structure, and genre details are covered. (ID: 7209) Click for registration info.
A Novel Experience—4 weeks
Mondays, 1:00-3:00 p.m. | Oct 2, 9, 16, 23
Renaissance Academy (FGCU Naples Center, 5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Have you always wanted to write a book but do not know how to begin? Then this workshop is for you. You will learn the stages in the writing process as you plan and organize your book, and explore characterization and plotting along with basic fiction elements. Those interested in writing nonfiction will learn the importance of back-matter, envisioning the layout, using photos and diagrams, and other details important to successful nonfiction. All writing levels welcome. Bring a summary of your writing project or idea to the first class. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Become a Better Writer—3 weeks
Wednesdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 4, 11, 18
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Participants may register for the entire series (NC8457) or for any of the individual lectures below. Dramatically improve your writing skills with this series of craft workshops and in-class writing exercises. The series will focus on the most important elements of character development, plot, and dialogue. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Character Development—single session
Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 4
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. Having trouble creating characters that the reader believes could be real? In this class, we will focus on how to turn cardboard characters into well-rounded personalities that will engage readers. Participants will also learn how to incorporate these essential parts into a story or novel. Students will complete several in-class exercises with time to share and discuss for improvement. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Plot—single session
Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m. | October 11
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. In this class, we will complete several fun in-class activities to demonstrate how to add intriguing plot twists and turns to a story or novel. We will discuss story arc and pacing plus the essential details for plotting: character motivation/desire, action, and temporary resolutions. Time is allotted to share in-class writing for feedback and discussion. All writing levels welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Writing Craft: Dialogue—single session
Thursdays – 10-11:30 a.m. | October 18
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. In this class, we will focus on how to properly punctuate and format dialogue, use it to craft scenes that show rather than tell, and provide story and character background. Balancing dialogue with narrative and incorporating actions and thoughts while maintaining viewpoint will also be covered. Students will complete several in-class exercises with time to share and discuss for improvements. All writing levels are welcome. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Guided Revision/Collaborative Critique—6 weeks
Mondays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Oct. 23, 30 Nov. 6, 13, 27, Dec. 4, 2017
Meeting Offsite (at Panera Bread across form Barron Collier HS)
Making time to improve your writing is important. This collaborative workshop allows writers to receive feedback and guidance on their works-in-progress--poems, short stories, memoir, novels, or articles. Learn as we discuss what works and what needs reworking. Time and length limit to excerpts are dependent on group size. (ID:27206) Click for registration info.
Marketing for Writers–4 weeks
Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon | Oct. 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Enrollment is limited. Have you finished your manuscript? Hope to pitch your idea to editors? Now you’re ready to embark on a new writer’s journey – overcoming all the hurdles of getting published. In this course, we will explore how to find and select markets and then pitch manuscripts to editors. We’ll work on crafting strong submission letters, learn the difference between proposals and query letters, publishing terms, and the details of basic contracts. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Story Elements: Character, Plot, POV—3 weeks
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Oct 26, Nov. 2, 9
Barron Collier High School
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. (ID:27207) Click for registration info
Writing Short Fiction—4 weeks
Mondays, 10:00-noon | Oct. 30, Nov 6, 12, 20
Renaissance Academy Naples Center (5th Ave S & 10 Street)
Do you enjoy reading short stories? Would you like to write fiction but do not have time to devote to a novel? Write a short story! In this class, designed for beginners or anyone wishing to explore short stories, participants will learn from published examples while applying short fiction techniques to their own writing. We will explore conflict, characterization, viewpoint, and description as they contribute to plot. Tips on using viewpoint and sensory detail to engage readers, as well as story length and structure, will be covered. (Registration info forthcoming.)
Story Elements: Dialogue, Scene, Theme—3 weeks
Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 p.m. | Nov. 16, 30, Dec. 7, 2017
Barron Collier High School
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. (ID:27208) Click for registration details.
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