WRI 425 - Writing Fiction for Children and Youth
73613958
Delivery Options
Online Asynchronous
UCalgary Continuing Education
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Course Description
Writing for children and youth is a rich and vibrant global market. Focus on writing fiction for readers aged 8 to 12 years. Examine the writing process from initial concept to finished work including turning ideas into stories, story structure, developing characters, creating outlines, and the importance of editing and revision.
Students will explore market and publishing opportunities in this interactive and supportive online course.
Course Details
Learning Outcomes
By completion of this course, successful students will be able to:
- Define the fundamentals of writing for children and youth
- Create stories out of ideas
- Develop believable characters
- Discuss the importance of outlines, research, editing and revision
Applies Towards the Following Program(s)
- Creative Writing Certificate : Optional Courses
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Simon Rose is the author of The Alchemist’s Portrait, The Sorcerer’s Letterbox, The Clone Conspiracy, The Emerald Curse, The Heretic’s Tomb, The Doomsday Mask, The Time Camera, The Sphere of Septimus, Future Imperfect, An Untimely Death, the Flashback series, the Shadowzone series, and the Stone of the Seer series. He’s also the author of The Children’s Writer’s Guide, The Time Traveler’s Guide, and many non-fiction books. Simon offers services for writers, including editing, coaching, and writing workshops. He also offers copywriting services for businesses. Full details can be found at simon-rose.com and you may also connect with Simon on social media.