WIWA Local Classes - Fall 2008

Register now for WIWA sponsored writing classes. Take advantage of these local classes to improve your craft, find new inspiration and meet other local writers. WIWA members receive a discount on the registration fee for all classes. For more information, contact wiwa@whidbey.com or call (360) 331-6714. Financial aid is available for those in need. To register, send your name, address, phone number, e-mail, and check for tuition to:

WIWA

PO Box 1289

Langley, WA 98260

Advanced Poetry

Students will read, analyze and discuss the works of notable contemporary poets around the world. They will also write poetry for critique each week and receive constructive feedback on their work. Limited to 10 students.

Poetry: the art of reading it, the craft of critiquing it

The purpose of this class is to start a group that will hopefully become long-term, for poets of any level with an interest in reading and appreciating contemporary world poets and a desire to deepen the craft of their own poems by participating in a supportive critique setting. A friendly note: while we by no means advocate or tolerate aggressive criticism in this setting, this is not a workshop that  supports positive feedback alone. If you are looking for a solid, thoughtful, honest take on your creative work, this is the right class for you.

Advanced Fiction

This workshop is recommended for intermediate to advanced writers of fiction, whether novels or short stories. Class discussion focuses on members’ work, though some discussion of craft (viewpoint, characterization, etc.) will take place. Each participant will have three stories or chapters workshopped during the course. The schedule for turning in material will be set at the first class.  Limited to 10 students.

Photos by Bob Richardson