Read like a writer and write a short story

Why take this course?
🎉 Course Title: Read like a Writer and Write a Short Story
🚀 Course Headline: Dive Deep into the Art of Storytelling with World-Class Authors!
📘 Explore the World of Literature:
Your Journey Begins Here...
Welcome to an immersive literary adventure that will transform the way you read and write short stories. In this Intermediate level course, led by the insightful Farah Ahamed, you will embark on a journey through the minds of some of the most brilliant writers across time and geography.
Course Overview:
- 📖 Explore Diverse Voices: Analyse texts from internationally acclaimed authors like Anton Chekhov, Richard Yates, Shirley Jackson, James Baldwin, Kurt Vonnegut, Flannery O'Connor, Katherine Mansfield, Margaret Atwood, and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
- 🎨 Critical Analysis Skills: Learn to appreciate a short story for its narrative technique, structure, characters, and themes.
- ✏️ Creative Writing: By the end of this course, you will have crafted your own compelling short story.
- 🌍 Global Literature: Gain exposure to a diverse range of authors, enriching your understanding of various writing styles and perspectives.
- 📝 Personal Insights: Keep detailed notes of your observations, experiences, and emotions as you read, which will serve as a valuable resource for your own writing.
- 🧪 Writing Craft Experiments: Delve into different aspects of the writing craft, from plot to character development, to elevate your storytelling skills.
What You Will Gain:
- Critical Analysis Mastery: Develop a keen eye for evaluating the technical elements that make a short story stand out.
- First Draft Completion: Prepare your first draft of a short story, turning your newfound knowledge into creative expression.
- Literary Inspiration: Read and reflect upon stories by some of the most influential authors in contemporary literature.
- Personal Growth: Document your personal journey through reading and writing, capturing insights that will enrich your own narrative voice.
- Writing Techniques Exploration: Experiment with different aspects of storytelling to find your unique literary style.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is perfect for you if:
- You're an avid reader with a love for short stories;
- You wish to be exposed to a more diverse range of authors from different cultures and backgrounds;
- You aspire to write your own short story but aren't sure where to start or how to approach it;
- You want to enhance your appreciation for the literary arts;
- You're eager to deepen your understanding of narrative craft.
Join Us on This Literary Quest!
Sign up now to read, critique, and create like a true connoisseur of stories. With Farah Ahamed as your guide, you'll not only understand the intricacies of short story writing but also create a piece that resonates with depth and emotion. 📖✨
Enroll today and begin your transformation from reader to writer!
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