Tiny Windows: The Art of the Short Story Workshop w Wayne Gregory | Sep 21 - Oct 26 | Zoom

“Short stories are tiny windows into other worlds and other minds and other dreams. They are journeys you can make to the far side of the universe and still be back in time for dinner.” ~ Neil Gaiman

Tiny Windows: The Art of the Short Story is a dynamic, six-week workshop for anyone curious about the short story form—from total beginners to seasoned writers ready to sharpen their skills. Through a mix of discussion, reading, and generative writing, we’ll explore how short stories work from the inside out. Each week focuses on a different craft element—like scene-building, POV, character development, dialogue, structure, or revision—and includes short readings and exercises that demystify how great stories are made. This craft-based class will make every effort to personalize the experience to each writer’s needs. Students will begin or continue working on a short story, with the goal of finishing a draft (or portion of one) by the final session. You’ll leave with new tools, greater confidence, and—most importantly—a deeper love for the storytelling process. No prior workshop experience required.

Register for this workshop.

Teacher:

Wayne Gregory

Time:

Sundays, Sept.21 – Oct. 26, 10:30am – 12pm

Location:

via Zoom

Total Fee:

$249

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