WRIT 3220 - Forms & Elements of the Craft II: Fiction

Goals: In this course students identify and consider various forms of fiction, which may include the short story, the novella, the novel, the graphic novel, flash fiction, the fable, and the fairy tale. They will apply insights concerning these elements to their own work, the work of their peers, and published fiction.

Content: Students will build skills through writing exercises and the study of contemporary and classic fiction, culminating in the completion of several pieces of short fiction. The course combines lecture, discussion, reading, writing exercises and experiments, and other assignments. Students who successfully complete this course with a grade of “C” or better may apply for acceptance into the BFA program.

Taught: Annually

Prerequisite: WRIT 3000 and WRIT 3120.

Credits: 4