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Fall | Introduction to Flash Nonfiction w Brian Benson | Sep 20 – Oct 18 | Online

September 20, 2022 @ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

$219 – $248
Online, N/A, Portland, OR 97207

Flash nonfiction, simply put, is true-to-life writing defined by extreme compression: it’s saying what you’ve got to say using as few words, and as much beauty, as possible. An endlessly accessible, playful, potent form, flash nonfiction is evermore popular; from Brevity to 100 Word StoryThe Forge to The Sun, legions of journals are eager to publish great flash.

In this prompt-driven workshop, we’ll read short nonfiction by masters of the form; we’ll talk about what stories are suited for flash, how to tell them well, and where to publish them; and most of all, we’ll write and write and write, via in-class exercises and take-home prompts. Students will leave the class with reams of new writing and ideas for where to publish. Maximum | 16 students.

Zoom link provided prior to start of workshop.

Teacher: Brian BensonWorkshop Day: TuesdayTime: Tuesdays, 5:30 – 7:30pm (Pacific Time ) Sep 20 – Oct 18, 5 weeksLocation: Online via ZoomTotal Fee: Discounted Early Registration is due seven (7) days prior to the start of the workshop. | Discounted Early Registration: $219 (cash/check); $233 (Paypal). | Tuition Registration: $234 (cash/check); $248 (PayPal).