Writing Sparks to Completion (CWRI 1123)

What are the poetic underpinnings of the moment? What kinds of habits can you cultivate in order to be ready to write down your creative sparks? From generative prompts to places for publication and through all the stages in between, this course will provide you with modes and models for your own creative writing. With a primary focus on poetry, this course will also benefit the essayist or prose writer trying to recharge their connection to language. Through in-class exercises, lectures, discussions and workshops, the goal of the course is to produce new poetry, non-fiction or short fiction. Whether you're experienced or new to creative writing, this course will give you fuel for the long haul task of writing for the rest of your life.

Course code: CWRI 1123

Credits: 0.0

Tuition: $261^*

Length: 18.0 hours

Course outline: https://www.vcc.ca/cfm-files/course-outline.cfm?subject=CWRI&number=1123

Campus: Varies

Schedule†

CWRI 1123 schedule for programs:

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Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.

CRN #	Instructor	Dates	Day/Time	Instructor	Register
30697	Spenst, Kevin	September 21, 2020 to November 2, 2020	Mon \| 6:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m	Spenst, Kevin	In progress

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* Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Writing Sparks to Completion (CWRI 1123)

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