Nonfiction 101 | New York City | Creative Writing Classes in NYC and Online with Professional Writing Instructors

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"This course and the instructor gave me the push and the skills that I needed to work toward completing my first book."

- Dorothy Sims
Public Relations Director

"I became better acquainted with the different types of nonfiction writing, and I learned a great deal about my strengths and weaknesses. It has given me an excellent foundation on which to continue to improve my craft as a writer."

- Patricia Garrison
Public Relations Executive

"I enjoyed all seven hours and the class has really got me excited about enrolling in the ten week course. It was a great experience."

- Michael Sabatino
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The vast majority of all published writing is nonfiction. Opportunities for the nonfiction writer are everywhere—magazines, newspapers, books, the Internet. And nonfiction has grown more diverse and creative than ever, embracing all styles from straight to zany to poetic, encompassing every topic imaginable from childhood memories to the creation of the universe.

In this six-week survey course, you will gain an introduction to six major forms of nonfiction - memoir, personal essay, features, profiles, reviews, and travel writing. You'll learn what they are and you'll start developing the ideas and skills and confidence to write them.

If you are interested in nonfiction, but don’t know much about it from a writers perspective, Nonfiction 101 is a great place to start. This course also serves as an excellent precursor to other Gotham nonfiction courses.

See also: Nonfiction 101 Online

Level I
Nonfiction 101 | 6-week Workshop

In this six-week course, you will find:

Starter information on six forms of nonfiction - memoir, personal essay, feature articles, profiles, reviews, travel writing
Exercises that let you explore each of these forms
Tips for finding ideas in each form
Feedback from your instructor and fellow students in a completely supportive and no-pressure environment
Development of your power to see story potential in the world around you
Techniques for bringing your nonfiction to life on the page
Exposure to a range of nonfiction writers
Confidence gained through practice and praise
Exposure to a range of nonfiction writers

A safe environment in which to build your nonfiction skills and broaden your nonfiction horizon

Nonfiction 101 is for beginners or anyone who wants a refresher. This is a survey course, designed to introduce you to a variety of nonfiction forms.

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New York City Classes

Tuition: $295. Registration Fee $25.

Each class strictly limited to 14 students, ages 18 and up.

Starts	Meeting Day	Location	Time	Special	Enroll
Jan 20	Wednesdays	555 8th Ave.	10:00AM - 1:00PM
Jan 25	Mondays	273 Bowery	6:45PM - 9:45PM	No Class: Feb 15
Mar 2	Tuesdays	555 8th Ave.	10:00AM - 1:00PM	No Class: Mar 30

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