Intermediate Fiction Writing

Ready to take your fiction to the next level? This writing workshop builds on the skills from ENGLISH X464: Introduction to Writing Fiction and dives deep into the art of the short story—while still offering valuable insights and exercises for novelists in progress.

You’ll explore plotting, narrative voice, and the development of a distinctive personal style through collaborative workshops and instructor feedback.

The course puts revision front and center, helping you sharpen your editorial instincts and learn how to rework drafts with purpose and precision.

Whether you’re refining a short story or shaping a longer project, you’ll leave with stronger craft, smarter revision strategies, a deeper understanding of scene and story, and a clearer sense of your voice on the page.