Whether you’re a fiction or non-fiction writer, evoking scenes in sensory detail is critical for holding readers’ attention. But knowing what to include and omit is difficult, especially when you’re deeply caught up in the story yourself. Using samples from fiction and non-fiction literature, this workshop will coach students on how to “think like a movie camera” when writing scenes that aim to immerse readers in the story without overwhelming them. We’ll learn how to choose the best entry point into a scene, how to keep the right elements in focus throughout, and how to gracefully transition out.
About Julia Harte
Julia Harte is an investigative reporter in New York City and the author of Americans Without Borders: The Radical Activists Who Fought for US Ideals Abroad While Facing Political Persecution at Home. For the past decade, she has covered U.S. national affairs and the Justice Department for Reuters. Her writing has also appeared in publications including Harper’s Magazine, The Nation, Slate, National Geographic, The Center for Public Integrity, and Lapham’s Quarterly.
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