Advanced Nonfiction

In this eight-week advanced workshop, students will develop, write, and/or revise their short- and long-form nonfiction. The focus of the class will be shaping stand-alone essays or sections of longer projects through a process of drafting, feedback, and revision. Students will read and discuss published models to examine and incorporate helpful techniques, and they will complete writing exercises designed to bring their projects into sharper focus. This iteration of the workshop will discuss the 2020 edition of Best American Essays.

The class will address issues such as persona, audience, story, description, memory and truth, and ethical considerations specific to the genre. Students will have the chance to workshop their writing in a serious environment meant to challenge and inspire each member of the class. Because the class is for advanced writers, students will be asked to submit a sample before joining the class.

Enrollment limit: 8
New students $450

CLASS CLOSED. For info on future classes, email chrisdaleyWD@gmail.com.