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Wednesday 11 July 2018

An Online Fiction Writing Workshop Can Help With Storytelling

By Ruth Smith


Being able to tell a story is not as easy as the average person may think. There are many details involved such as creating believable characters, structure, and timing. However, there are many places to learn this like an online fiction writing workshop or short classes that focus on storytelling.

A lot of working adults dream of this life but are unsure as to where they should start. They may not have time to attend college classes nor have the money for pricey boot camps or retreats. Taking an online class or workshop offers many benefits. Many prospects also find that taking classes makes more sense than quitting their job to write full time.

Constructing the right story starts with an idea that may appeal to a particular audience. In some cases, there are subgenres that have their own following or a person may feel inclined to create something that is out of the box. The next decision is to decide where this story will be told and decide what compatible markets are out there.

Anyone who has some professional writing experience under their belt may realize they have roadblocks that prevent them from being a full time writer. The great thing about these classes is that some offer critiques by proven professionals. While the cost may be slightly more, it is an investment for those who are serious about their craft.

For instance, a fiction idea that takes place at a high school can be used in various mediums. Because teens and preteens are great users of online platforms and television, there are many issues that can be included in a story series. There are also different ways to share a story such as a novel series, or a story used to teach valuable lessons on a web series or blog run by a nonprofit group that helps teens or school age children.

One reason why working people prefer online classes is so they can attend when they want. This means no driving to a specific location or taking time off from work and family duties. When a person has a growing family and looking to make the best of their time, they will want to take advantage of what some classes may have to offer.

Since so many people turn to the internet as their source of entertainment, it is highly recommended that aspiring writers know how to advertise for this medium. A few authors started out by posting excerpts of their work on a personal blog or website. After building up a following, they found themselves able to publish and sell their works independently or receive a deal from a large publisher.

These days, there are many ways to become a respected writer, even if a person only writes novels in their spare time. Attending writing classes is a great way to fine tune weak areas like grammar, plot structure, or how to land an agent. This is also a great way to reach out to the professionals that always know of some entity looking for new talent.




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