撰寫並出版自己的書

 Class will start with a writing warm-up. Then, we will discuss the different genres and tropes/elements specific to the genre. We will explore the different genres everyone in class enjoys reading and writing. Homework will be to start brainstorming ideas for a story. 

 Class will start with a writing warm-up. We will examine the key elements of a story - Setting, characters, six types of conflict, etc...Then, we will look at tips for outlining and planning the story. Time permitting, students will have time to work on writing. Students will receive a PDF planner for their story. Homework will be to continue outlining and brainstorming for their story. 

 Class will start with a discussion about what everyone is working on. Then, we will do a deep dive into creating characters. We will discuss the different types of characters (protagonist, antagonist, etc...) Then, we'll look at how to construct realistic characters by utilizing personality types, birth order, stock characters, etc...Homework will be to work on making character profiles using the PDF character form students will receive. 

 Class will start with a discussion about what everyone is working on. We will have a class discussion on the importance of research. Then, we'll examine the different types of scenes in a story (first scene, action, suspense, dialogue, last scene, etc...) We will review different examples of these scenes. Time permitting, students will work on writing. Homework will be to work on writing.