Writing a novel is a daunting task, like gazing up an enormous mountain that you wish to climb. But like every task, writing a novel begins with a step or, in our case, a page. Step-by-step, page-by-page, with a little instruction and perseverance, the book is completed. Let, Cheré Coen, published author of six mass market paperbacks, walk you through the timeless structure of plotlines and the three-act outline. She’ll teach you how to develop a story, create larger-than-life characters, deliver page-turning suspense and instill confidence so you can return home and finish your book.

Instructor: Cheré Coen
Sessions: 4
Fee: $64
Course: #21679
Date/Time: June 5 - 26, Thurs, 6 - 7:30 pm
FULL – Please call 482-6386 or email potpourri@louisiana.edu to be placed on the waiting list.

You’ve learned the basics, now get writing! Novelist and freelance journalist Cheré Coen will offer an advanced fiction-writing class for those who have completed Writing the Mass Market Novel I or who have had some writing experience. This class is perfect for those who need encouragement to write, constructive criticism to hone their prose and deadlines to keep them on track. Bring a notebook and pen or pencil.

Instructor: Cheré Coen
Sessions: 4
Fee: $64
Course: #21827
Date/Time: July 17 - Aug 7, Thurs, 6 - 7:30 pm

Need a refresher but too busy to take the full course? Learn the basics in just 2 sessions. Eliminate embarrassing mistakes, improve your punctuation and proofreading ability and learn all you need to know to write better letters, memos, and e-mail messages.

Instructor: Linda Rogers
Sessions: 2
Fee: $59
Course: #21649
Date/Time: Aug 28 & Sept 2, Thurs & Tues, 9:30 am - 12 noon