Fantasy Writing Workshop - Novels, Short Stories, Etc.
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. I can provide students with homework, assignments, and projects - All upon request. Students are encouraged to do writing outside of the meetings.Grading
Any form of grading (assessment) can be provided upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
This is a great class for students who enjoy telling magical stories and discussing enchanting topics. Every meeting's fantasy theme (and writing tips) are student/parent requested. My message box is open 24/7 for lesson requests, one-on-one writing feedback, one-on-one assistance with individual writing struggles, prompt requests, etc. Structure for each meeting: Opening Time: - 'Flex' Time - This is where students can discuss their weekly writing and ask any questions they may have Lesson Time: Time for some stories linked to our topics and helpful writing tips. Writing Time: This is the student's free time - They can write short stories, add to longer stories, fan fiction, flash fiction, micro fiction, novellas, poems, songs, scripts, artwork for stories, storyboarding, character building, etc. Share Time: In-class sharing is optional. Current Fantasy Topic Requests: Nov: 20th - 26th: Dragon Studies - Writing Activities for Writer's Block 27th - 3rd: Egyptian Mythology - Dialogue Assistance Dec: 4th - 10th: Dark Creatures - Character Bios 11th - 17th: Magical Cookbooks - Abbreviations, Compound Words, Acronyms, etc. - Do and Don't 18th - 24th: Celtic Mythology - Simple Language vs. Elegance 25th - 31st: Fantasy Holiday Stories - Teaching Your Audience January: 1st - 7th: High Fantasy - Establishing The Theme 8th - 14th: Dark Fantasy - Character Roles and Break Stereotypes 15th - 21st: Steampunk - Elevating Settings 22nd - 28th: Cattlepunk - Beginning a Story 29th - 4th: African Mythology - Rising Action and Increasing Suspense February: 5th - 11th: Urban Fantasy - Convincing Conclusions 12th - 18th: Historical Fantasy - Conflict: Big & Small 19th - 25th: Biopunk - Novel Writing 26th - 4th: Native American Mythology - Novella Writing March: 5th - 11th: Low Fantasy - Short Stories 12th - 18th: Comic Fantasy - Narrative Nonfiction 19th - 25th: Dieselpunk - Backstories 26th - 1st: South American Mythology - Poetry April: 2nd - 8th: Magical Realism - Writing Research 9th - 15th: Contemporary Fantasy - Screenwriting 16th - 22nd: Romantic Fantasy - Points of View 23rd - 29th: Cyberpunk - Plot Twists 30th - 6th: East Asian Mythology - Character Dialogue and Interactions May: 7th - 13th: Paranormal Fantasy - Metaphors 14th - 20th: Superhero - Editing, Deleting, and Fluff 21st - 27th: Bronzepunk - Show, Don't Tell 28th - 3rd: South Asian Mythology - Using Our Senses June: 4th - 10th: Adventure and Fantasy - Activities for Writer's Block 11th - 17th: Mystery and Fantasy - Collaborating 18th - 24th: Clockpunk - Weaving Adjectives 25th - 1st: South East Asian Mythology - Establishing Character Emotions July: 2nd - 8th: Alternative History Fantasy - The Use of Strong Verbs 9th - 15th: Assassian - Nouns vs. Pronouns vs. Descriptive Nouns 16th - 22nd: Castlepunk - Publishing 23rd - 29th: Elfpunk / Arcanepunk - Punctuation 30 - 5th: Northern European Mythology - Writing Prompts August: 6th - 12th: Fairy Courts - Creating Character Careers 13th - 19th: Anthropunk/Furpunk - Non-Human Characters 20th - 26th: Mythpunk - Juxtaposition 27th - 2nd: Southern European Mythology - Working with Symbolism September: 3rd - 9th: Dragons, Goblins, Mermaids... - Creating Writing Goals 10th - 16th: Crossworld Fantasy - Anthologies 17th - 23rd: Oceanpunk / Piratepunk - Fan Fiction Writing 24th - 30th: Western European Mythology - Writing Activities October: 1st - 7th: Gnomes and Other Small Creatures - Narration 8th - 14th: Silkpunk - Thesis Fun and Helpful Tips 15th - 21st: Fables, Fairytales, and Folklore - Irony 22nd - 28th: Mannerspunk - Figurative Language 29th - 4th: Oceania Mythology - Foreshadowing November: 5th - 11th: Quests and RPGing - Different Characters and Development 12th - 18th: Portal Fantasy - Onomatopoeia 19th - 25th: Salvagepunk - Personification 26th - 2nd: Creating Deity Characters - Satire December: 3rd - 9th: The New Weird - Creating Subplots 10th - 16th: Magical Creatures - Descending Action 17th - 23rd: Aetherpunk/Magicpunk - Writing Activities 24th - 30th: Elemental Mythology - Creating a Writing Signature
Learning Goals
Story Structure
Character Development
Setting
Building Conflict
Dialogue
Transition
Publishing
Other Details
Learning Needs
Students who may need some extra assistance are welcome to message me throughout the week. All lessons are recorded and can be viewed at any time - This helps with self pacing and memory retention.
Parental Guidance
Dark Woods, Abusive Step Mothers, Kidnapping, Grimm, Death, Dungeons, War, Battles, Dark Magic, Witches, Children in danger...
I approach these topics with an understanding that a few might be a little heavy on a younger audience. We work together and lighten the topic to avoid discomfort by any means.
No swearing (please use the 'bleep' if you must), sexual-related content, or torture. Violations will be reported to Outschool immediately. - If we aren't sure about something, please feel free to ask.
Supply List
Either access to a digital writing source or a pen and paper.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Brigham Young University, Idaho
I am a dedicated writer of over 20+ years. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing and Literature studies. I publish through several different types of self-publishing companies and have knowledge concerning the 'brick and mortar' ones.
10+ Years of Education Experience.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 106 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
2-10 learners per class