Week 4
Required Reading
Optional Reading
J.K. Rowling, author of the Harry Potter series
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvMtUuedLwU
George R.R. Martin, Game of Thrones
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSZkktU7ylA
Neil Gaiman, American Gods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KXf1QT9GC0
Stephen King, Under the Dome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f_Bh-yNpUpI
19 Writing Tips & Techniques from Famous Writers That You Can Use Right Now
http://wordsbyevanporter.com/writing-tips-from-famous-writers/
Practice assignments
How I write
Novice and Skilled Writers Checklist
Improving flow with strong verbs
Quizes
No quiz this week.
Suggested sequence:
1. Watch the video lectures.
2. Do the readings.
3. Do the practicum exercises.
4. Take the quizzes.
For best audio experience use earbuds or a headset.