Learn how to incorporate techniques from past myth and fable storytelling traditions to create contemporary work that feels both timeless and fresh!
Fables, myths, and tales! What is it about these storytelling styles that allows them to retain their magic over several generations? And how can these techniques be used to infuse that same magic into contemporary work? In this generative workshop, students will read and discuss contemporary work inspired by past myth and fable storytelling traditions, will analyze how these techniques can be used to develop their stories, and will begin drafting new work of their own.
Live video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it).
In this workshop you’ll learn to:
- Develop characters with depth
- Establish and sustain speculative elements
- Anchor your story with grounding details
- Develop a unique voice
Time requirements
- For this single-session class, students will be provided with selected materials to read prior to class.
Materials
- All reading materials will be provided.
Who should take this workshop?
- The workshop is designed for intermediate fiction writers interested in refining their craft, and any writers looking to explore contemporary fable writing.
If you need an accommodation for this workshop, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
