This subject explores the various forms of creative non-fiction such as the literary memoir, the personal essay and travel writing as well as newer on-line forms of the genre. Students learn about the creative possibilities in the blending of fact and fiction that occurs in literary nonfiction.
This course explores the various forms of creative non-fiction such as the literary memoir, the personal essay and travel writing as well as newer on-line forms of the genre. Students learn about the creative possibilities in the blending of fact and fiction that occurs in literary nonfiction. They will study the mid-level skills and techniques that turn facts into compelling stories and apply them to their own writing.
Creative non-fiction has flourished in major creative writing programs in recent years. Because of its hybrid and versatile nature, it offers exciting creative possibilities to students. Students explore the various forms it encompasses, such as the personal essay, travel writing and the literary memoir as well as newer on-line forms of the genre. In particular, they will learn how the best creative non-fiction works blend fact and fiction into compelling narratives. They will analyze the skills and techniques used by major writers in each form, and learn to apply them in shaping their own creative work.
