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Introduction To
Short Story Writing


An online writing course unique to Writing to Inspire and facilitated by Elizabeth Bezant



We all know what a short story is, right? But what distinguishes a good one from a bad one? Why does one enthral a reader while another leaves them cold?

While there are so many different kinds of short stories – children’s, horror, romance, erotica and mystery, to name a few – within these genres there are many similarities. Without a strong start, how can you ensure the reader will keep reading? Without realistic characters, how can a reader become immersed in the pages? Without solid plotting, how can you be sure the ending will be rewarding and the time spent reading worthwhile?

All these aspects of writing are vital to any kind of short story, and all these aspects plus more will be covered in depth in this Introduction To Short Story Writing.

If you have ever thought about writing short stories or are secretly doing so in the quiet of your house, this is the course for you. Designed for beginners and aspiring writers alike, this course will supply you with a solid grounding in short story writing, no matter what your topic.

Offering secrets and tips within every assignment, this course also provides the opportunity to receive individual and honest feedback on your stories. Discover your strengths and weaknesses, and learn how to work with both. Although this course also touches on how to go about submitting your work to publishers, it is just as suited to the writer who is creating purely for the fun of putting words on the page.

~ Priced at only AU$216 ~

This 6 week course covers everything you need for a strong introduction into the world of short story writing.

The one-to-one feedback you will receive would normal cost more than the course fee alone.

So REGISTER NOW to avoid disappointment.






MORE ABOUT THIS COURSE

Lesson Plans

WEEK ONE: Short Story Overview, Writing Tips, Where To Find Story Ideas
WEEK TWO: Plotting A Strong Story Line, Making Your Characters Real
WEEK THREE: Writing Dialogue That Works, Strengthening Your Writing Skills
WEEK FOUR: The Importance Of Critiquing
WEEK FIVE: Fiction Based On Fact
WEEK SIX: Sending Your Stories Out For Publication


Assignments

Each lesson will come with homework focusing on the topic of that week. For most of this course that will mean that you will be asked to write and email in a short story of between 300 – 900 words.




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What people are saying about our online courses ...


'I'm delighted and proud of my first attempt. Thank you for a wonderful course. I have been enriched.'
AK, Zimbabwe

‘You were my inspiration in actually doing something with my writing. I would like to thank you for kicking me in the butt and insisting I do something!’
Bec, Australia

‘Elizabeth, this was a terrific, confidence building, well-honed little course. I would thoroughly recommend it.’
Margot, Australia

‘Writing is a labour of love when we expose ourselves by baring our soul. I believe Elizabeth Bezant has the skill to combine respect for our feelings, with pragmatic strategies to help us publish our precious efforts.’

John, Australia

‘Elizabeth, this was a great course and though it was short it has boosted my confidence in my writing. Thank you!’
Rachael, Australia

‘A very rewarding challenge – not too difficult, not too easy. Every word was welcome and useful. I edit other people’s writing in a really similar manner, but it’s amazing how difficult it is to see those same errors in your own work.’
Margot, Australia



'Great course Elizabeth! I would not have taken the time to seriously try this genre but for your course. I made the last few changes you suggested and have sent the essay in to ............. After reviewing their requirements I see that my piece fits in every way possible.'
SM,Canada

The critiquing to me was the whole point of the course. While the general comments and writing tips were vital as a backbone to the course, the personal interaction and direction was the whole point of it all.’
Sue, Australia

‘I thoroughly enjoyed course, and it being online made it a breeze.’
Rowe, Australia


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‘A publisher asked me to send her some of my writing this year. But I never would have without this course.’
Raewyn, Australia

‘I’ve just sent off the last of the assignments for critiquing and before I go any further I must say a very big thank you to you for the joy you have given me! Not only have I learnt so much from you, but I have also so appreciated all the encouragement and your wise counsel in assisting me to do something that I wouldn’t have believed could have been nearly possible. I will miss you.’
Yvonne, Australia

'Thanks to Elizabeth I can now source markets for personal stories, competently make my writing market-ready and sell it with confidence. Your editing skills are an asset to the writing community. I recommend this course to any writer who wants to break into this market.'
JOH, Australia

'I thought the way the market information was presented was not only informative but importantly for me it was written in a friendly manner. It took away some of the awesome fear I have of confronting the real world of publishing.'
KM, Australia