The Eastern
Shore Institute of Lifelong Learning will be starting fall classes the end of
September Classes are held in Fairhope,
Daphne, Spanish Fort, and Foley. The courses are all about enjoyment and
self-enrichment - there are no tests and no grades. Fees are very reasonable. Instructors
share a passion for teaching and bring a wealth of personal experience to the
classroom. You can check out all 72 Fall 2014 Classes and bios of the
instructors at www.ESILL.org.
This term I will
be teaching several repeat classes, blogging and creative writing, as well as a
new class on revising your novel. Here is the basic information.

CREATIVE WRITING: INTRODUCTION TO
FICTION Creative writing is one of the most stimulating and fulfilling ways to
express yourself, and age is never a factor! This course will expand your
powers of observation, imagination, and language—the cornerstones of good
writing. We will discuss various forms of creative writing to spark ideas,
acquire confidence,
and gain a sense of how to move forward with your writing. Through
an overview of fiction basics, you will begin to weave together the basics of
character, plot, point of view, voice, scenes, settings, narrative, and
dialogue. In-class exercises and a touch of homework will assist you to merge
class information and practical application. Pencils, pens, and laptops welcome.
REVISE YOUR NOVEL New Course! Revision is a
chance to look critically at the novel you’ve written. It is hard work, but the
vital substance that separates a so-so novel from a good, even great one – an opportunity to determine
if you said what youwanted to say and if readers will understand it. You will be guided through an organized
process to effective revision of your work-in-progress and learn tips to move
the process forward. In-class exercises and weekly homework will assist you to
merge class information with practical application. Pencils, pens, and laptops
welcome. Class size is limited.
Looking forward to seeing you in class!
Mahala
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