Writers Victoria

Short stories are a balancing act of precision and resonance. Join acclaimed writer Cate Kennedy for an intensive masterclass on the mechanics of short fiction.

Cate guides you through the architecture of a short story from the initial idea to a polished draft. Learn how to write believable characters and structure a narrative that carries momentum and bestows a satisfying sense of unity.

This masterclass is designed for writers who want to refine their short stories by acquiring a better understanding of the mechanics of the form.

You will learn:

• How to build tension
  How to avoid common mistakes in short fiction
  How to keep the readers engaged in the story
  How to use setting and dialogue effectively
   

About the tutor:

Cate Kennedy is the author of many stories published in Australia and internationally.  She has two collections, Dark Roots (2006, Scribe Publications) and Like a House on Fire (2011, Scribe Publications), both of which are currently studied on the Victorian School VCE syllabus.  She has received several awards for her work and has edited Best Australian Stories twice. She squeezes writing in around teaching and editing and is a fiction advisor on the faculty of Pacific University’s MFA in Creative Writing Low Residency Program in Portland, Oregon.