Press release: Unbound: Exploring Teen Creative Writing for Fiction

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When: Dec 9, 4-6 pm

Where: West Windsor Arts

The instructor will discuss the importance of having fun with writing. Exploration of the cornerstones of creative writing—observation, imagination, language.

Show and Tell: Understanding the difference between showing and telling. Techniques for showing—sensory, specificity, scenes using the five senses. Writing prompts each class to get the students comfortable writing. Sharing their work out loud in a safe environment(optional)

Individuality: The power of voice, putting their unique personalities into their writing, and making their characters sound and behave like real people. Using a journal or notes on their phones to spark ideas. Write what you want to know and what the students enjoy reading.

Exploring fiction: The types and forms of fiction. Where to find fiction ideas. The basics of creating a story—characters, plot, point of view, conflict.

No further information has been provided as of this date.