This unit is designed to provide skills in writing the creative nonfiction form, as well as an understanding of the theoretical contexts and subtexts that underpin the creative nonfiction genres. Particular emphasis will be focussed on creative nonfiction narrative techniques. Students are encouraged to write for publication within a defined market. Intensive workshopping of ideas and work-in-progress will be undertaken, as will critical reading and analysis of a range of published materials.
Two creative assignments 45% each
Class participation: contribution to class discussion, reading analysis & workshopping process 10%.
