SPACE IS LIMITED for the series of writing workshops led by highly acclaimed authors during the Cork Short Story Festival (16-20 September). These four-day workshops of discussion and the examining of participants work are a rare opportunity and not to be missed. For more information, see below, or click here: corkshortstory.net/workshops.html Early booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Masterclass: The Short Story with Rachel Trezise This four-part master-class in short story will examine all elements of the short story – characters, setting, plot, conflict and theme, as well as the short story form itself – what makes a short story a short story? We will look briefly at some well-known short stories but participants are also encouraged to read and discuss their own work. Writing exercises will feature in the hope that each participant will begin and develop a new short story. Short Stories for New Writers with Jon Boilard Suitable for beginner writers who would like to explore the foundation elements of the short story, and for those who have never written before. Topics include: plot, setting, character, conflict, symbols, point of view, and building themes. Participants will read and discuss their own stories in class and writing exercises will feature in most sessions. The tutor will advise on building good writing habits, finding a writing community and how to send off work for publication. Story to Novel with Nuala Ni Chonchuir This workshop will provide an introductory guide to novel writing. Participants will receive a daily handout and we will write at every session. We will also have an opportunity to discuss publishers, agents etc. Participants are welcome to bring the first five pages of a novel in progress for discussion in class. Poetry Masterclass with Kristiina Ehin During the four day workshop participants will be encouraged to share their poetry and prose poems in order to expand their creativity and methods of composition. A variety of spontaneous exercises in description, reflection, language and structure will be used. Working as a group, a positive atmosphere will be created to respond to each persons work.
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