50123 Narrative Writing

This subject emphasises narrative development with close attention to the relationship between structure and content in traditional and experimental fiction, building on work done in Writing: Style and Structure. Craft skills appropriate to narrative writing continue to be developed through exercises and sustained work on pieces of fiction and non-fiction, along with consideration of editing and principles of revision. The focus of the class is the students' own work. A range of narrative writing is read and discussed, integrating practical work with critical reflection on the processes of narrative writing. This is a core subject for students in the Writing Strand. It is also appropriate for postgraduate writing students in other areas wishing to develop their writing through exercises and sustained work.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus