Splash Biography

A lot more goes into a story than the words on the page. This class focuses on character and plot development, with an emphasis on going beyond the physical. We will look at what makes our favourite characters loveable, how to patch up plot holes and cliches, and how to make our stories our own. I will engage with the class' favorite published material, my own work in progress, and any WIPs or questions students have. I will also ask students to participate in a few writing exercises and I would encourage students to share when called upon.

We have grown up in a post 9-11 world. In the Political Science sphere, this is the greatest shift in thinking of our time - right up there with World War Two and the fall of the Berlin Wall. In our lives, though, it means a lot of fear, stereotypes, simplification and misinformation. Where did this militant Islamism come from, what does it want, and how does it relate to the Islam that coexists peacefully with us? These are and will remain important questions in our lives. Please bring an open mind and any questions you may have.