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About the Course

In this course aspiring writers will be introduced to the techniques that masters of fiction use to ground a story in a concrete world. From the most realist settings to the most fantastical, writers will learn how to describe the physical world in sharp, sensory detail. We will also learn how to build credibility through research, and to use creative meditation exercises to deepen our own understanding of our story worlds, so that our readers can see all that we imagine....

Top reviews

EB

Jul 1, 2020

Great course, it taught me things that I would have never learned otherwise, in this course you must take your time, don't rush, because if you do you will miss the most important points of the curse.

MR

Sep 13, 2023

This was course was incredibly fun and engaging to do; the skills I've gained are wide ranged, and the assignments and activities were surprisingly helpful in streamlining many of my existing skills.

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By Eneida A M

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Dec 14, 2016

In this course I practiced an exercise that changed forever my way of writing a setting description. I loved it!

By Esmeralda C G

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Feb 28, 2021

It was a great course, with very useful videos and lectures. The exercises were perfect to learn new abilities.

By Srinivas R

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Jun 26, 2017

Taught me how to slow time down, be more observant, engage all the senses and immerse the reader into the story

By Stephanie K

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Mar 22, 2017

This was so helpful in getting over significant roadblocks with ongoing work, and getting me to write new work.

By swapna g

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Nov 16, 2019

The class was very helpful. I learnt the art of using physical details to make my story vivid and interesting.

By Fernanda B

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Oct 25, 2017

This teacher is the best. Even though I recommemd all courses, I love Amity. She never lets us lose our focus.

By Ania V

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Nov 28, 2016

the most informative and most structured out of all Creative Writing Specialization courses so far. Thank you!

By lawrence w

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Sep 13, 2022

I enjoyed this course so much. Wonderful exercises, the assignments were challenging and thought provoking.

By Esha B

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Apr 2, 2019

Thoroughly enjoyed the course. I feel what I have learnt in this course will take my writing to a new level.

By Leo R

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Nov 26, 2018

Another great class! Lectures were insightful, assignments interesting and feedback from classmates helpful.

By Nouchka

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Jun 6, 2019

Challenging, very useful course, gives me the confidence to dig into my imagination and improve my writing.

By Heather F R

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Aug 31, 2016

Excellent course. I learned a lot. Amity Gaige is a terrific instructor. I enjoyed her method of teaching.

By Amanda C

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Sep 13, 2016

A great course to get you thinking about the what and where of your story. I highly recommend this course.

By Atharva D N

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Jun 28, 2020

The course was very interesting and very helpful. I learned so many things in this course, thanks a lot.

By Jamie M

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Feb 28, 2018

Fantastic course! I learned a lot about setting and the assignments were well-thought out for learning!

By Karena A

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Mar 26, 2019

THis course showed a different perspective of writing fiction than what I have done in the past. Nice.

By Chibuenyim A B

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Nov 29, 2020

This course has taught me so much. I can say that I am a better writer than I was before I enrolled.

By Adam T

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Sep 30, 2020

Amity was an excellent teacher and it looks like she really put thought and energy into the lessons.

By John N

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Jun 4, 2021

Amity Gaige is insightful and helped me understand setting better. She is also not bad to look at.

By Gicela H

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Sep 11, 2016

An excellent course to help you involve in the art of setting and description. I recommend it 100%

By Mayank B

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Jul 19, 2023

Loved the videos and the exercises of the course. Helped a lot to describe the place and setting.

By Sushma R

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Sep 10, 2021

A course that makes you dig deep to find the right setting and environment to set your story in.

By Ruby G

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Jul 17, 2021

I really learned a ton. I loved the delivery of Amity Gaige and her personal touches on writing.

By Tina M B

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May 18, 2022

excellent and inspirational teachings - that challenges and makes you think out of the box...

By Giao H

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Apr 19, 2022

writing skill of this course is delivered and instructed clearly ang the information is useful