WRITING
Editing/Proofreading,

Early Enrollment Appreciation Discount –
Deduct $10 from the registration fee, if registered up to ONE WEEK before the class begins

Intro to Creative Writing Workshop
Class #: WR101 Register Now
Expand your imagination by doing in-class writing exercises, reading excerpts from current writers, and analyzing fiction writing tools. Examine the craft of fiction, including point of view, character, plot, dialogue, language, style, and tone. Be prepared to write, read, and explore the joy of writing fiction.
Instructor: Gravity Goldberg
Cost: $140 
Cost: $130 (if registered up to one week before the class begins)
Day: Wed.        # of meetings: 5
Dates: 9/30 - 10/28 (change of dates)
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Marina Middle School     Rm:
materials fee (pay to instructor): $10


Writing Workshop: The Art of Short Fiction
Class #: WR104 Register Now
In this generative writing class, we will practice writing fiction within a range of short forms—from the prose poem (or short-short) to more developed stories. We will examine models of short fiction from past and present writers: Kafka, Anchee Min, Kate Braverman, Borges, and more. We will find inspiration in various sources, including traditional and modern work.
Instructor: Todd Chapman
Cost: $140 
Cost: $130 (if registered up to one week before the class begins)
Day: Thurs.        # of meetings: 5
Dates: 10/22 - 11/19
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Fort Mason     Rm: 205
materials fee (pay to instructor): $10


Writing Workshop - Writing Creative Non-Fiction in a Stream of Consciousness
Class #: WR114 Register Now
In this one time, three-hour workshop, discuss the meaning of creative non-fiction and stream of consciousness writing. Then apply these definitions to live, in-class writing, in response to specific jump-off prompts provided from the teacher. In-class writing will be required, but reading finished pieces aloud will be optional.
Instructor: Katie Burke
Cost: $45 
Cost: $35 (if registered up to one week before the class begins)
Day: Mon.        # of meetings: 1
Dates: 10/26
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Castro Valencia     Rm:
materials fee (pay to instructor): $5


Become a Copy Editor or Proofreader
Class #: WR195 Register Now
Do you automatically correct friends' speech and colleagues' memos? Do you have an eagle eye and a knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation? If so, consider becoming a copyeditor or proofreader! Editors help people look good on paper by helping writers think logically and communicate clearly. It is a good way to make a living if you enjoy reading, writing and marking up other people's work. This informative class covers skills, training, terminology, pay rates, computers, marketing, job definitions, handling criticism, deadlines, and part-time or freelance opportunities.
Instructor: John Maybury
Cost: $45       
Cost: $35 (if registered up to one week before the class begins)
Day: Mon.        # of meetings: 1
Dates: 9/21 -
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Marina Middle School     Rm:
materials fee (pay to instructor): $5