Creative Writing I: Fiction is designed to give students an overview of the different genres of commercial and literary fiction. Students will study and practice characterization, plot structure, and different points-of-view through assorted reading and writing assignments. They will explore and write in many forms including flash fiction, short and long fiction, and screenplays. We will also discuss the business side of publishing and how students can someday see their work in print. Ultimately the class will help students improve and work on their craft in preparation for the highly individualized time spent in Creative Writing II, and for a life filled with fiction.