1 session, Wednesday, September 30th, 7-9 pm Eastern
Online
$100
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In this session, we'll consider the effect of time on perspective. How does when a story is told from shape the narrator and in turn, how the story is told—its language and tone, moment selection, and structure? We'll look closely at stories narrated from the near aftermath and long distance from significant events and then practice the tools they offer in our own work.
Note: this class is part of the series 5 Authors on Story Craft, though it is designed to stand alone. To learn more about the entire series, click here. This class will be recorded.
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About the Instructor
Danielle Lazarin is the author of the short story collection BACK TALK. Her fiction and essays have been published by places such as The Southern Review, Colorado Review, Glimmer Train, The Cut, Catapult’s Don’t Write Alone, and Literary Hub, amongst others. A graduate of Oberlin College’s creative writing program, she received her MFA from the University of Michigan. Her work has been honored by the New York Foundation for the Arts, Hopwood Awards, Millay Colony for the Arts, and The Freya Project. She lives and works in New York.
Student Testimonials from Previous Workshop Participants
“Danielle Lazarin is an insightful teacher whose pragmatic and empathetic approach to the practice of writing resonates for both new and more experienced writers. Working with Danielle I found writing muscles I didn’t know I had, and a fresh perspective on how letting the mind find its way to new ideas and getting out of one’s own way may be two of the most powerful tools in the writer’s toolbox.”
“Danielle’s class catalyzed my re-entry into my novel project. The insightful mix of practical and psychological elements informs me every time I sit down to write.”
“Danielle's instruction on revision reoriented my writing life. Her exercises demystified revision and made the process from first draft to final draft so much clearer. I no longer dread drafting, but see each iteration as an opportunity with an obvious goal.”