ENGL 117 : Introduction to Creative Writing: Fiction / Poetry

Examine the art and craft of fiction writing, explored from the perspective of both writer and reader. Study the elements of successful fiction writing aided by texts about craft as well as published stories and excerpts provided by the instructor and stories created by classmates. Analyze fiction's architectural details including voice, imagery, character, plot, dialogue, narrative, metaphor, description, resolution, etc.

Prerequisites/Permissions

Restricted/Reserved for English Majors or Minors. Prerequisite: Completion of First Year Writing Sequence (ENGW courses) with grade of or higher. Satisfies an English Major/Minor elective, Satisfies a requirement for English Majors with Creative Writing concentration.

Essential Learning Outcomes

Overview

Program

English

Credits

3