September 1 - 29, 2009
Registration Fee: $40 (iast month for critiques!)
MASTERING SCENE & SEQUEL: You've heard about scene and sequel, and the idea of using it makes sense -- but can you use scene and sequel and still maintain the fluid style of writing you prefer? Will using scene and sequel box you in, or can you still fly by the seat of your pants? Learn how to use scene and sequel to create powerful scenes while maintaining your own artistic integrity.
By taking this course you'll learn how to:
* Identify the anatomy of scene and sequel
* Use scene/sequel structure to build tension and highlight conflict
* Use scene structure to drive your story
* Create hooks that keep the reader turning pages
* Make characterization, motivation & conflict work together powerfully
* Decide what to include and leave out of your manuscript
* Avoid wandering off your story's path
* Tailor scene and sequel to fit your writing style and unique story