Learn the art and craft of short stories over eight fortnightly lessons and assignments. The course covers:

What is a short story
The tools of craft
Ideas and inspiration
The market for publication and competitions
Submit assignments and a final story for feedback

Each fortnightly lesson will build your technical capabilities, followed by submission of an assignment to your instructor. Individualised feedback is the most effective way to hone your skills and write a story of publication quality. While attendance in person is best, online options are offered as a back-up.

No previous writing experience is necessary and this course is suitable for people aged fifteen plus. You will need to dedicate several hours per week to reading and preparing assignments.

Craft learned in this course provides graduates with the skills required to progress to other courses, including 'Write Your Novel' and 'Advanced Writing'.

When - Tuesdays 7.00-9.00pm

Dates -

August 6, 20

September 3, 17

October 1, 15, 29

November 12

Where - Mt Barker Community Centre

Due to the inclusion of individual feedback, places are capped at 10 students.