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Overview
What you will learn
During the Learn to Write Flash Fiction workshop offered by University of Oxford we will:
- Read and deconstruct two pieces of outstanding flash fiction, to see how they tick
- Work with the building blocks of character, setting, conflict, beginnings and endings
- Leverage our use of poetic devices and sensory detail
- Learn techniques for revising and editing
- Discover where to submit our flash fiction
There will be plenty of discussion, tips and techniques, blocks of writing time and constructive feedback – and you will leave with one or more pieces of flash fiction, ready for polishing and submitting for publication.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- How do they do that? A quick critical reading of two prizewinning pieces of flash, examining authors’ techniques.
- Making a start and shaping your story: establish your piece’s setting, tense, characters – and above all, theme. There will be props and prompts to inspire you, or you can write to your own idea.
- First revision: adjusting flow and language, expanding and contracting, and creating the second draft
- End of day. You'll have overnight and the next morning to work on your piece.
- Refining: this session will dig deep into word choice and sensory detail.
- Beginning the polishing process: we’ll look closely at the title, and at first and final sentences.
- Where and how? We’ll explore competitions and publishers for flash fiction – and hone your submission strategies.
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 2 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
More details
The new start dates are to be determined. You can sign up on the waiting list on the university website.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Oxford, United Kingdom
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- This workshop is suitable for beginners, as well as experienced writers who wish to explore this form in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents120 GBP / full≈ 120 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents120 GBP / full≈ 120 GBP / full
Funding
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