Introduction to Fiction Writing

Harvard Extension School

CREA E-25

Section 1

CRN 26783

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A workshop for writers with little or no experience in writing fiction. The course focuses on elements of fiction including narrative voice, dialogue, character, point of view, description, and structure. Students are asked to read and discuss fiction by major writers, to critique each other's work, and to write and revise at least one short story. Requirements also include several short writing exercises.

Instructor Info

Ben Parson, MFA

Preceptor in Expository Writing, Harvard University


Meeting Info

Th 1:30pm - 3:30pm (1/27 - 5/17)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register: January 23, 2025

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time.

Syllabus

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
26783 1 Online Synchronous Ben Parson Open Th 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Jan 27 to May 17
35912 1 On Campus Ben Parson Open MW 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Jun 23 to Aug 8
33954 2 On Campus Mary Walsh Open MTWTh 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Jul 14 to Aug 7

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