EN150 — WRITING GENRE FICTION
An introduction to writing genre fiction, such as science fiction, fantasy, mystery, romance, thriller, and horror. Students will read in genres of their choice and explore how the conventions of those genres impact their own and other’s fiction. Topics will include techniques of fiction writing such as worldbuilding, plot structure, and scene craft, as well as issues such as writing the other and the possible ethical responsibilities of authors. Students will write, workshop, and revise original fiction pieces, building towards a portfolio. 3 Credits