Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience
A course by María José Caro , Writer
Create fictional stories based on your memories and turn your anecdotes into unforgettable tales
- Spanish with subtitles in English
- 97% positive reviews (29)
- 1945 students
Create fictional stories based on your memories and turn your anecdotes into unforgettable tales
Sometimes the best ideas are born from hurts and failures. For María José Caro, a writer whose works have been published in Spain and Latin America, writing is also a journey of self-discovery. In this online course, he will teach you how to use your experiences to create a fictional story.
Throughout the units, you will learn to write short stories based on your memories. Upon completion, you will have storytelling tools to create powerful stories and explore your inner world. You will explore the different versions of your memories and you will understand that memory is a way of making fiction.
María José will take you on a journey into your inner world and will teach you strategies to reconnect with your memories and put them on paper. You will discover how childhood can be a rich source of inspiration to create powerful narratives.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 32 downloads
- 97% positive reviews (29)
- 1945 students
- 16 lessons (1h 54m)
- 32 additional resources (13 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish
- Spanish, English, Portuguese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
In the final project for this course, you will use a photograph as a starting point to write a fictional story. Applying the techniques and concepts learned, you will bring characters to life, develop an engaging plot, and create a unique story that reflects your creative vision.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
This course is aimed at all those who wish to explore the world of narrative writing and transform their experiences into captivating stories. Whether you're taking your first steps in writing or a professional author looking for new sources of inspiration, this course will give you the tools you need to unleash your creativity and excite readers with your stories.
Requirements and materials
To take this course, you will need a pen and paper to take notes during classes. We also recommend that you have access to a computer with an internet connection to access the course content. No prior writing knowledge is required, just a desire to explore your creativity and learn to translate your experiences into compelling stories.
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A course by María José Caro
María José Caro is a renowned writer and communicator. Born in Peru, she has published books in South America, Mexico, Spain and other countries, winning awards such as the Luces award from the newspaper El Comercio of Peru. Her passion for writing began at an early age, when she was adept at telling implausible stories and creating fictitious newspapers.
María José is the author of several books, including "Perro de ojos negros", "What's wrong with me?" and "Corazón de titano", published by Penguin Random House on the Alfaguara label. Her specialty lies in exploring the intimate world and childhood, and her writing is characterized by being accessible and emotional for all kinds of readers.
With extensive experience in literary festivals and international recognition, María José Caro shares her knowledge and passion for narrative writing in this course, providing students with the necessary tools to turn their experiences into powerful and exciting stories.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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influences
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U2
Revive the inner child
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From the anecdote to the story
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The childhood of a writer
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look for the wound
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U3
Elements of the story
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Structure and point of view
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Start and end of the trip
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flesh and blood characters
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U4
Project development
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revisit the memories
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Selection of the narrator and the tone of the story
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Outlining the characters and creating a storyline
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write the text
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Selection of the title and rereading
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U5
Tips to create more freely
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How to overcome a creative block
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Avoid the common place
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My text in front of the others
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FP
Final project
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Creation of short stories
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn from the best professionals
Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.
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Meet expert teachers
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
Domestika's courses are online classes that provide you with the tools and skills you need to complete a specific project. Every step of the project combines video lessons with complementary instructional material, so you can learn by doing. Domestika's courses also allow you to share your own projects with the teacher and with other students, creating a dynamic course community.
All courses are 100% online, so once they're published, courses start and finish whenever you want. You set the pace of the class. You can go back to review what interests you most and skip what you already know, ask questions, answer questions, share your projects, and more.
The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.
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mircodallacosta
Corso molto semplice, alcune lezioni sono utili, altre meno, non mi ha soddisfatto appieno ma mi ha aiutato ad iniziare a scrivere
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javieskal
Este curso si que ayuda a escribir un relato.
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virginiajanovich
Muy buen curso para personas que se están iniciando en el mundo de la escritura. Muy bien explicado.
Gracias!
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mariana_denhollander
Excelente curso para aprender a escribir y entender la construcción de las historias desde nuestra vida personal.
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begetxeg
excelente curso, muy bien explicado.
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