The Creative Writing MASTERCLASS: The Art of Powerful Storytelling

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Curriculum
Section 1 - Introduction to Creative Writing

1. Meaning of Creative Writing and Why You Should Care

2. Getting Ready

Section 2 - Types of Creative Writing

3. Fiction: Short Story & Novel - Meaning, Difference and A…

Section 3 - Writing Your Story

4. Story Ideas

5. Choosing and Developing Ideas

6. Plot

Section 4 - Narrative Structure

7. Meaning and Function

8. The 3-Act Structure: The Exposition

9. The Opening Line

10. Opening with a Prologue

11. Introducing a Memorable Lead

12. How to Create a Memorable Lead

13. Establishing the World of Your Narrative

14. The Dramatic Question

15. The Inciting Incident

16. The First Plot Point

17. Where Does the Backstory Come In?

18. PS: Act I

19. Act II: The First Half and First Pinch Point

20. The Midpoint and Second Pinch Point

21. Conflict, Crisis

22. Stretching Tension with Scenes in The Middle

23. Act III: The Third Plot Point

24. The Climax

25. Endings

26. Completing the Character Arc

Section 5 - Subplots

27. How to Use Subplots

Section 6 - Scenes

28. How to Structure Scenes

Section 7 - Dialogue

29. Purpose of Dialogue and How to Write Better Dialogue

30. Dialogue Tags and Beats

31. Dialogue Formatting Rules and Punctuations

32. Pruning Dialogue

33. Telling Through Dialogue

Section 8 - Sentence Structure

34. The Basic Components of a Sentence

35. Importance of Sentence Structuring

36. How to Arrange Sentences in Prose

37. The 3 Phases of the Effect/Reaction

38. The 3 Phases of the Effect/Reaction Cont'd

39. When the Rule May Be Broken

Section 9 - Grammar Rules

40. Relevance

41. Complexities

42. Loose Sentences

43. Run-on Sentences

44. Sentence Fragments

45. Participle Phrases

46. Unclear Antecedents

47. Lack of Variation


Description

Too often for many writers, the story that comes out on the page isn't quite like what you had in your head; the scenes are flat, the dialogue is trite, or you are not sure what to write in that large space in between the beginning and the end where you are supposed to develop the story. 

It could be other things too like the character that is just not interesting, or the setting that has refused to set. You know what you want to write about but it's just not coming together.

Other times it's the idea itself; how do bestselling authors come up with brilliant ideas? How do you know that your story idea would interest readers? And more importantly, what would your story achieve? Would it be just another story that is forgotten as soon as it is read? How do you write a story that becomes an instant sensation? 

If you are asking any of these questions, you need this course.

 

Creative Writing is a boundless art that is predicated on imagination and self-expression. From this place of imagination, anything is possible as long as you know how to mix, match and balance the ingredients available to you. When this is achieved, writing goes from mere text to a compelling, nuanced narrative driven by your vision. 

It is this kind of writing that makes bestsellers. 

 

In this course, you will learn how to write a bestseller using techniques that work like magic.

The techniques you will learn here can be found in all great stories ever told. As you learn, you will see how stories, books and movies you have seen before will begin to make sense more vividly. 

Not only will you be able to write a successful story from start to finish, you will be able to apply these skills to any other field. 

In this course, I will guide you through the details of : 

• the short story and novel, and what makes a great story,

• finding and developing story ideas,

• the parts of a plot and how to create a seamless plot outline, 

• the 9 structural beats of the 3-act Narrative Structure and how you can use it to craft any narrative,

• storytelling elements and the art of vivid storytelling, 

• how to write riveting relevant dialogue,

• how to build scenes within your story,

• how to write engrossing subplots that enhance the main narrative,

• how to structure sentences in a narrative to produce a powerful piece,

• grammatical rules that make a writing highly effective.

 

This course is chock-full of examples (some from popular books and movies, and many others that I created myself) so that you can grasp the practical application of everything discussed herein. 

There are also personal exercises that will push you to think deeply and digest what you learn. 

 

My goal with this course is to furnish you with knowledge so that you are confident in your skills as a creative writer. 

See you inside. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Requirement

• Good internet connection

• Learning Materials (Pen and Paper/ Device) 

• Interest in Learning about Storytelling


What You Will Learn

• Understand the fundamentals of creative writing and how to prepare yourself for a successful career as a creative writer.

• Discover the universal foundations of storytelling. 

• Analyze the style, application and characteristics of the short story and novel. 

• Discover how to navigate the ideation phase of creative writing

• Create a great story from start to finish using the winning 9-step technique of the 3-act structure 

• Discover your unique creative process

• Learn how to construct correct and immediately impactful writings

• Become more competent and confident

• Develop skills that are in demand in the marketplace.


 

Curriculum Content:

9 Sections | 47 Video Lessons | 7 Articles | 4-5 Total Hours | CBT | Personal Exercises


 

More Details:

Lifetime Access | Self-Paced | Access on Mobile/Desktop | Certificate of Completion

 

 

 

Kaye Hills is a professional editor and writer who is repeatedly hired to work with publishers, film houses, and businesses. 

She is certified to teach English, Literature and Writing, and is passionate about helping writers become competent and proficient. 

In the past 5 years, Kaye Hills has taught and mentored thousands of emerging and professional writers on how to harness their skills, and how to build successful freelance writing businesses. Many of her students attribute their success in these areas to her teachings.  

 

She has partnered with Pennacle to produce this actionable masterclass on Creative Writing. 

Having worked on both sides of the table —as publisher and writer, she shares her profound knowledge in hopes that writers; emerging or established, can level up and elevate their craft. 

 


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"Just the way I like a class to be…like a friend that has walked down a certain road give you advice." — Praise Ojadi

 

"Very well versed in what she knows. Has a patient and mentorship spirit. Her explanations were well relayed." —Imaa Akpantuen

 

"She taught in a way that I could understand the course." —Angel Desmond

 

"A truly gifted teacher." — Marylinda 

 

"So amazing! The sessions felt like Zoom meetings." —Amagoh David

 

"The Instructor is direct." —Samuel Arise

 

"Quite the professional. Everything was well explained and very direct." — Yahaya Mariam

 

"A sound clap. That woman is a heck of a teacher." — Joy Digbo

 

"Sounds like someone who knows what they are talking about. She was excellent. " — Bolu Olofin

 

"The voice behind all the lecture videos is one of the reasons I don't miss watching any. It's clear, concise and not boring. " — Emmanuel Faith Olatayo

 

"I would recommend Kaye Hills' courses to any writer looking to skill up. "  — Zedd Anaele


Eze Cynthia
Thank you for these lessons, Kaye! This was worth it
Glory Ejee
Amazing. I learnt a lot
Chiamaka Enedah
Easily understood. Loved how explanatory the lessons are.
Favour Orlando Edet
Well understood. Thank you so much Pennacle for this amazing lessons.
Jibodu Ireoluwade
This has helped me figure a way to get my stories back on track when I am stuck. Thank you so much
CHUKWUFUMNAYA JOY ALEKWE
Every lesson has been was worth it for me... Thank you Coach. 🙏
Mercy Ojochide Elijah
I have always had issues with the first act. Thank you so much for this course.
Awele AZUH
Thanks for the course. The quizzes help me to test my comprehension. 👍
Precious Omonigho Eghomwanre
Amazing course. This is indeed enlightening.
Elenwo Chikem
With each lesson, I understand why I like the novels I like and why I just couldn't bring myself to finish some
Christiana Nwafor
I've been writing since I was in secondary school but I didn't realise that good writing needed all these functional parts to become an excellent work of art. Thank you for these lectures.
Baridanu
This new insights is just WOW
Christina
I loved the lectures. I really needed this knowledge.
Precious Omonigho Eghomwanre
These lectures are incredibly enlightening. I'm learning numerous techniques I never knew before.
Chioma Okoli
These classes are so insightful. I kept jotting down almost everything!
Anifowose Adenike
The course is so insightful and comprehensive. I’m so glad I came across this
Zainab Olanrewaju
One highlight for me was the plot outline and the examples given in the plot template.
Celestine Seyon Reuben
The Educator is self-evidently on point. Thank you so much.
Elu Emina
Insightful yet concise. I'm stoked for this course!
Jesimiel Chibundom Victor-Uku
I like how concise the lectures are.
Amena Blossom Okiemute
Wonderful lectures!
Godswill Paul
Brilliant
Chukwunye Chukwuka Joshua
This course just made me understand that creative writing cuts across all writing genre.
Obadare Damilola Deborah
I love how concise and seamless each subtopic flows. The extra note is also insightful, topnotch!
deborah ekerete usak
Wow. Never understood creative writing until now.
Salamatu yusuf Alabi
Amazing lecture. Thank you coach.
Winifred Umoren Onaopemipo
What a great lesson. Very informative and explanatory. Thanks.


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