Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience
Start and end of the trip
A course by María José Caro , Writer
About the video: Start and end of the trip
Overview
“We have to choose a beginning and an end for your story that catches the reader. They are very important, since they are the entry and exit point of your fictional universe.”
In this video lesson María José Caro addresses the topic: Start and end of the trip, 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
“Start and end of the trip In this lesson, join me as I review the importance from the beginning and the end of your story. Remember that they are essential, since they are the starting and exit point of your fictional universe. Come with me. The first paragraph of a story is crucial to hook the reader. The lesson begins and ends with answers also to the atmosphere of the story. As we have seen before, There are stories in which we have the feeling that we we intrude through the window into the characters' lives. we see a photograph of something bigger. In that case, the reader expects a sni...”
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Course summary for: Writing Short Stories Based on Personal Experience
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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.
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