Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience
influences
A course by María José Caro , Writer
About the video: influences
Overview
“Now I want to talk to you about the books and movies that influenced me to encourage me to write. Our references shape our style and our trajectory!”
In this video lesson María José Caro addresses the topic: influences, which is part of the Domestika online course: Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience. Create fictional stories based on your memories and turn your anecdotes into unforgettable tales.
Partial transcription of the video
“Influences In this lesson I will tell you about the most important influences on my path as a writer and how these have defined my way of understanding literature and life. Join me on this journey so that you also reflect on your references and how they have impacted your decision to start writing. I am convinced that that what we like defines our lives. Finding the perfect book at the right time can turn you into a reader forever. A movie or a song can mean a space of comfort or joy to which to return again and again. We are made of our experiences. And of what we are passionate about. In ...”
This transcript is automatically generated, so it may contain mistakes.
Course summary for: Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience
-
Category
Writing -
Areas
Creative Writing, Non-Fiction Writing, Writing

María José Caro
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.
- 92% positive reviews (52)
- 3,839 students
- 16 lessons (1h 54m)
- 32 additional resources (13 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, Italian, Portuguese
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever