“Over the years, numerous students have told me that they don’t feel comfortable writing backstory or have been told to avoid backstory,” says instructor Lori Ostlund. “My general philosophy is to utilize all tools, and backstory is one more tool to help writers make sense of their characters and give meaning to the plot.” In this 5-week class we will address backstory as a fiction tool that is rich in potential but often underutilized. You will leave this class with new ideas about how and when to incorporate backstory and a greater appreciation for its ability to add depth and complexity.
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“Over the years, numerous students have told me that they don’t feel comfortable writing backstory or have been told to avoid backstory,” says instructor Lori Ostlund. “My general philosophy is to utilize all tools, and backstory is one more tool to help writers make sense of their characters and give meaning to the plot.” In this 5-week class we will address backstory as a fiction tool that is rich in potential but often underutilized. You will leave this class with new ideas about how and when to incorporate backstory and a greater appreciation for its ability to add depth and complexity.
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