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Class: Crafting Short Fiction from Life Experience

July 7, 2026 - August 11, 2026
SFSU, Main Campus

In this class we will consider that “information” and choose the most compelling aspects of our life stories, memories, joys, regrets, connection and disconnection, and turn those moments into fiction. To transform life events into vital prose, we’ll review and practice the basics of story-telling: character, plot, dialogue, and point of view. We’ll combine life events with imagined material as needed to bring the stories to life. 

In-class writing exercises will pinpoint the skills we need to develop. Our writing work will also be supplemented with stories and essays by admired practitioners for inspiration and direction. Each student will have the opportunity to be workshopped and will receive written feedback from the instructor. 

This class is suitable for beginners and advanced students alike.

Contact Audrey for more info