“For me, the Short Story weekend was fruitful. I learned the elements of a short story, as well as a new way of giving concise feedback. I also liked the atmosphere of energy, freedom, and open-mindedness. The feeling was nonjudgmental and inspiring.”
Aleksandra, October 22, 2017
“The highlight of the two days was being able to formulate a short story in a few hours. Also: having the privilege of experiencing diverse creative voices and narratives shared by the other participants. Comfortable venue, passionate and knowledgeable facilitator—a useful and exciting learning experience.”
Jessica, October 22, 2017
“What I like about the short story as a form: that it’s concrete—doesn’t go into unnecessary information. Unexpectedly, I got something useful out of one of the prompts. It’s material I want to use later on.”
Vanessa, September 18, 2016
“To be honest, I am more of a novel reader than a short-story reader. At least I was before the course. I preferred novels because I believed it gave you greater depth to characters and plot, creating a world to fully immerse yourself in. However, I now see that a good short story is capable of producing this same effect. I like the pace that a short story moves at, the resolution not far from the conflict. (more…)
Charlotte, September 18, 2016
“I learnt something I already partly knew: that I tend to have too many characters. But now I have learnt it! Also, it was refreshing to part of the dynamic of a group. Even if we write quite regularly, and have been writing for some time, it is very easy to get into a rut. Thank you for a rewarding workshop.”
Sally, September 18, 2016
“What I like about the short story as a form: the way a reader can be transported into a different world and experience, if ever so briefly. What I got from the workshop was a deeper appreciation for the different sections of a true story. Was also surprised that I could geek out so much on the subject and topics!”
Sasha, September 18, 2016
“I learned very interesting writing techniques that I never thought could possibly exist. And I was surprised by the reaction to my short story. I was incredibly nervous before my story was read—but I could see people liked my piece and even imagined different paths for my main character. That was a fantastic experience; it made me proud and happy that I hadn’t given up on writing the story the night before.”
Carolina, September 18, 2016
“I learned the structure of a traditional self-contained short story, from conflict to development to resolution (and all the important ingredients in between). The writing exercises and the valuable, non-judgmental feedback were probably the best things about the course.
Writing a story overnight was daunting! But it was also enjoyable, the process itself but also writing to meet a deadline. (more…)
Hedy, November 22, 2015