Classes
Classes are being offered online through Zoom at UNM Continuing Education.
To register, call 505-277-0077 or go to ce.unm.edu
Elements of Story (Live Online) (14881/90414)
Sept. 9 through Oct. 14. Wednesday, 4-6 PM
Are you ready to tell your stories? Fiction or creative nonfiction, all stories have common elements. Learn about effective beginnings and endings. Develop memorable characters doing fascinating things in settings that jump off the page. We’ll cover internal and external plots, description, scene and narrative, and how to choose the best point of view for your story. Students may share their writing in class if they choose.
Writing Your Way Through Turbulent Times
(Live Online ) (14868/90383)
Sept. 17 through Oct. 8. Thursday, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Writing in a journal can help you navigate uncertainty and stress. When our regular lives are turned upside down, it’s normal to experience unease and frustration. Writing about what’s going on in your life helps you move through the experience and develop new strategies for the future. In a safe, supportive environment, we will explore simple yet powerful writing techniques that enhance well-being and help you develop resilience. Research on this type of journaling shows that the benefits are similar to those derived from yoga and meditation. No writing experience necessary. Just bring a notebook and pen (or a computer!). Student writing is confidential and need not be shared.
From Inspiration to Publication (Live Online) (14902/90382)
Oct 21 through Nov. 11. Wednesday, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
You want to write a book—a novel, memoir, historical, self-help or inspirational book to share your knowledge. The first step is finding your vision. What is your message? Who are you speaking to? Find your passion and you’ve found the subject of your book. The next step is to organize and position your book to sell in today’s marketplace. You will learn how to research the market, decide where your book fits, and how to write it to appeal to your target audience. No writing experience necessary, only a desire to learn. Takeaways include resource lists, a plan of action, and organizational tools. Taught by Carol March, author of speculative fiction and nonfiction books on the creative process.
Weekly Workshop Class for Writers
Ongoing workshops for fiction and nonfiction writers who are ready to give and receive constructive feedback.
Are you working on a short story, novel, nonfiction book, or memoir? Would you like the benefit of sharing and discussing your work in a group setting? This class is for aspiring and beginning writers who want supportive feedback, and are willing to assist other writers by reading and commenting on their work.
Classes include discussion of writing topics, resources, and a review of participants’ writing. Feedback on your work is structured to be helpful and supportive, and will be provided by class members and the instructor.
