Do you struggle to keep your entire story in mind as you tackle revising a manuscript? Do you feel overwhelmed with all the layers of revision, and how much there is to track, as you look at a 300 page (or more) draft?
Let this class open your mind to the wonders that a spreadsheet (or any type of grid) can do for you. In this class, which will focus on the big picture and not sentence-level revision, we will go over a methodical, structured approach to dissecting your novel, finding the plot holes, identifying pacing issues, and strengthening character and narrative arcs.
We will use Excel, but have no fear, there shall be no math, and there WILL be color coding for a visual way of representing story elements. Students will walk away with a template to fill in for their own manuscripts, and a step-by-step approach to tackling a full revision.
Tuition: $100. Sign-up deadline: Tuesday, June 11.