This class will focus on the function of the short story form: how the form defines the genre, how it allows writers to create meaning, and the concision and precision of language it requires. We’ll read and discuss how a couple masters of the short story form—Raymond Carver and George Saunders—have achieved greatness in their use of it, with the goal of understanding how form itself can become a tool of craft. Writers will leave with insight into how the short story form can be used to help create meaning within the story.
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Short Form Fest is a two-day celebration of short stories, essays, flash prose, and prose poetry. Featuring craft seminars, panels, workshops, and evening events, this festival takes place on July 26-27. Check out the Short Forms Fest info page to learn more.
