Writing
and Communication
Summer 2008
Writing—A Book
HOW TO WRITE A BOOK. Author and consultant John Throop discusses how
to write a book so that publishers will buy your manuscript or, if
you self-publish, so that you will find eager readers. Gain clear ideas
on how to get the book inside of you out on paper. $45
CCGE. CODE# 44308. SA, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 6/14
Writing—Fiction-Child/Young
Adults
FROM TODDLERS TO TEENS. Author Carmela Martino introduces the children’s
writing field, from picture books and magazines to teen novels. Learn
about the genres, the literary elements and how to submit a manuscript.
Get feedback on your writing and set personal writing goals. $89
CCGE. CODE# 42558. W, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 6 Weeks, Starts Week Of 6/2
Writing—Marketing and Selling
MARKETING AND SELLING YOUR WRITING. Learn about query letters, contract
negotiations and packet preparations for your novel or nonfiction book.
Author and consultant John Throop outlines how to develop sound professional
practices to help ensure success. $45
CCGE. CODE# 44309. SA, 9 A.M. TO NOON
Above Class Only – Meets 1 Day, 7/12
Writing—Memoir
WRITING MEMOIR. Turn your life stories into fascinating memoirs. Author
Sheri Smith guides students in writing about everything from characterizations
and descriptions to finding humor and greater truths. Discover how
interesting your life can be. $79
CCGE. CODE# 44127. SA, 9 TO 11 A.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 4 Weeks, Starts Week Of 6/2
Writing—Novel and Short Story
NOVEL AND SHORT STORY WORKOUT. Learn valuable writing techniques and
story structure tips from novelist Dean Monti and put them into use
in your novels and short stories. Circulate and discuss your work with
others in a supportive atmosphere. $155
CCGE. CODE# 43716. W, 7 TO 9:30 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 7 Weeks, Starts Week Of 6/9
Writing—Screenwriting I
BASICS OF SCREENWRITING. Within the framework of the American mainstream
movie, learn aspects of screenwriting such as character development,
story generation, format, scene building and analysis, screenwriting
as a career, and selling your work. Short writing assignments are included.
$65
CCGE. CODE# 42556. T, 7 TO 9 P.M.
Above Class Only – Meets 3 Weeks, Starts Week Of 6/9
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