Odyssey: Writing for Young Readers

An in-depth approach to writing for children and teens designed to address the needs of both the beginner and the more experienced writer. Through a combination of lessons, exercises, and workshops, students will hone their craft with detailed study of the elements of fiction and a closer look at what makes children's literature exciting, enduring, and fun. From picture books through young adult novels, this course will help you take your writing to the next level and get your story ready to send out. The first hour of each class session will contain a combination of readings, lessons, discussions, and creative writing exercises. The second hour of each class will be devoted to work-shopping students' writing.

919.278.01 Homewood campus
Wednesdays, Feb. 20 to April 10, 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.
Cost: $264

JHU full-time faculty, staff, and spouse/same-sex domestic partners are eligible for tuition remission. Contact 410-516-8516 for more details. You will unable to register online and receive a discount.