Writing Short Stories with Literary Depth

Description

Learn how to craft short stories that are rich in meaning and emotional power. This course covers narrative arcs, theme development, character sketching, and stylistic techniques to help your work stand out. You’ll study award-winning stories, write from prompts, and revise through peer feedback. Ideal for both emerging and experienced writers, this course helps you explore flash fiction and longer short stories across genres. By the end, you’ll understand how to create compact narratives with depth, clarity, and resonance, ready for publication in literary magazines, anthologies, or your own collection.

Master the art of concise yet powerful storytelling in this short story writing course. Learn how to build compelling characters, meaningful conflict, and strong themes within limited word counts. Explore story arcs, emotional beats, and effective endings. You'll read award-winning stories, write from prompts, and receive feedback to refine your craft. This course is ideal for writers aiming to submit to literary magazines or create an anthology. By the end, you’ll know how to deliver maximum impact with minimal words and leave lasting impressions with your short fiction.