Dynamic Scene Building, with Anna Hogeland

Scenes are the essential building blocks of a compelling narrative. Some would even say that the secret to captivating readers is knowing when (and how) to create a dramatized scene and when to include narrative summary. While in-scene writing is often the most enjoyable to read, scenes can be incredibly challenging to write. In this 3-hour class, we will focus on what exactly defines in-scene writing, why it is so crucial, and how to create scenes that are dynamic, interesting, and well-paced. We’ll discuss how to decide what scenes need to be fully in-scene, how to transition into and out of the scene, as well as how to employ pacing, setting, direct dialogue, and choreography of your characters’ bodies in space to create the most vivid scenes possible. All levels and genres are welcome!

This workshop will be held in-person and online.

Saturday, October 4, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. EST

You may also like the following events from Writers in Progress:

• This Thursday, 11th September, 01:30 pm, Writing Jumpstarts, with Dori Ostermiller in Northampton, Massachusetts
• This Friday, 12th September, 01:30 pm, Writing Jumpstarts, with Dori Ostermiller in Northampton, Massachusetts
• Next Monday, 15th September, 05:00 pm, Resistant Writers' Support Group, with Sarah Browning in Northampton, Massachusetts

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