奇妙な文章: これまでで最も奇妙なコンボの短編小説 (最大 5 人の学習者)

WHAT IS THIS CLASS?
We write short stories. What's so weird about it? The main elements of your story are chosen completely at random, which is bound to create a pretty weird result, and turns this into more of a challenge rather than just another writing exercise.

Some of my recent favorite ideas (from the weekly version of this class): 
*Character*
Dwayne Johnson in a chicken suit 🪨
a painter who hates painting 👨‍🎨
*Setting*
a class on how to write depressing poetry ✍️
a city designed by ducks 🦆 
*Conflict*
main character has a computer virus that’s so powerful, it infects him too 💻
main character falls into a plot hole 🕳️
*Random Thing*
an onion that makes you laugh instead of cry 🧅
a deflated bouncy castle 🏰 


WHY ARE THERE TWO VERSIONS OF THIS CLASS?
It can be intimidating joining a class where the learners have been together for years. Really, it's been years. "One Weird Story" meets once, so that means everyone is new! Otherwise, it is exactly like the weekly version. You'll come in here, write some weirdness, and be on your way. If you think this is something you'd like to do every week with the same group of learners, try out the weekly version linked here:
https://outschool.com/classes/weird-writing-weekly-short-stories-of-the-weirdest-combos-ever-5-learners-max-G27Ka8UE?refuid=xkzMy8Tr


WHAT DOES A TYPICAL CLASS LOOK LIKE?
1️⃣Step One: Brainstorm Ideas 🤔💭
Each week starts by brainstorming a list of examples for the following categories: characters, settings, conflicts, and random things. 

2️⃣Step Two: Spin That Wheel! 🎡
Using a randomizer (a super cool wheel!), you will get your main character, where your story takes place, and the main problem that needs solved. You'll also have the opportunity to throw in some other random items, just because. (The only catch for these random items is that they have to be shown on camera.) 

3️⃣Step Three: Write Something Weird ✏️📓
With all of the elements chosen, it's up to you to find a way to fit all the pieces together in a cohesive story. The goal is to have some sort of finished product at the end, but we all write at our own pace and may want to add more details or change things after class, which is perfectly fine. 

Do I just sit there and watch you write? No! I'll be writing a story too, and I always post my stories after class--even if they're pretty weak.

We have a writing challenge to do, but we still have fun doing it! The class atmosphere is pretty relaxed. Want to have a snack? Go for it. Want to sit on the floor and write? Fine by me. Want to listen to music? As long as we can't hear it, sure thing. :) Want to write with your camera off? That's fine too. (I find that most students do.)

4️⃣Step Four: Share the Weirdness 📖
Sharing is completely optional, but I'm sure we'd all love to hear your weird tale at the end of class (especially me)! You may also post your story in the classroom later if you don't want to read it aloud but still want to share. I encourage everyone to comment on any work posted there. 


WHY TAKE THIS CLASS?
This is your chance to write something creative and weird. It’s perfect for anyone who loves making up stories and creative writing in general. But don't feel like you have to be a "writer" to join! Even if you're someone who doesn't like to write, this may be just the thing to change your mind. Wonderfully weird stories are waiting to be written.

If the class is full, you will be one of only five students!


I hope you're feeling creative (and weird! Weirdly creative?) and will join me for some weird writing. Any questions? Please ask.