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Certificate in Literary Fiction I

Approved by the UW Department of English.

Certificates » Literary Fiction I
Program Features
  • Guest speakers, including notable published authors
  • In-class writing and peer workshops 
  • Year-end class anthology showcasing your writing
  • Opportunity to submit your work to Stratus: Journal of Arts & Writing  
Who Should Apply
  • Individuals interested in writing literary fiction
  • Individuals who want to write stories with complex characters and convey subtle ideas in textured prose
Explore elements, such as richly nuanced characters, thought-provoking subject matter and lyrical language, which are the foundation of literary short stories and novels. Learn the craft of writing literary fiction by focusing on character development, narrative voice and point of view. Study works of literary fiction and develop your own stories through concrete writing exercises. Discover how to bring the vibrant characters and ideas in your imagination to life.
Key Outcomes
You will develop your literary fiction writing skills by writing several short stories or a novel.
Sections
Start Location Program ID Status
Autumn 2013  Details UW Seattle 4315
Course Dates Days Instructor
Literary Fiction I: Foundations (Section A) Oct 8 - Dec 10, 2013 Tu Coffin
Literary Fiction I: Intermediate (Section A) Jan 7 - Mar 11, 2014 Tu Coffin
Literary Fiction I: Capstone (Section A) Apr 1 - Jun 3, 2014 Tu Coffin
Winter 2014  Details UW Seattle 4316
Course Dates Days Instructor
Literary Fiction I: Foundations (Section B) Jan 9 - Mar 13, 2014 Sa Driscoll
Literary Fiction I: Capstone (Section B) Apr 3 - Jun 28, 2014 Sa Driscoll
Autumn 2012  Details UW Seattle 3916 Closed
Autumn 2012  Details UW Seattle 3917 Closed
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Program Highlights
Popular Fiction and Literary Fiction Video Thumbnail

Pam Binder, an instructor in the Certificate in Popular Fiction, and Scott Driscoll, an instructor for the Certificate in Literary Fiction, offer a behind-the-scenes look at these writing programs.

Read About the Student Experience - Jennifer Fliss 

Q&A With Instructor Scott Driscoll 

2011-2012 Literary Fiction Anthology - Selections  (PDF)