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Workshop

Introduction to SEM

Course code
CEPS 1099EO
Duration
30 hours
Manuscript projects often stall without structure, feedback, and guidance. This course helps you develop your skills in a supportive environment that keeps you focused and motivated to push your piece forward. By practicing a variety of essential writing techniques and sharing excerpts for critique, you’ll strengthen your voice, pacing, and creative self-awareness to complete your polished manuscript.
There are no upcoming dates at this time.

Your takeaways

• Apply literary techniques to develop a stronger narrative voice, pacing, style, and conflict
• Edit and critique your own work and that of your peers
• Implement focusing and motivation strategies to meet project deadlines
• Complete a manuscript (or excerpts) that integrate feedback and literary techniques
• Understand and apply best practices to navigate the publishing market

Our approach

Learning is built on practice and collaboration. You will write continuously, participate in workshops, and receive feedback from instructors and peers. Active participation is key to completing your manuscript and gaining the confidence to continue writing beyond the program.

Who benefits the most?

Writers who:
• Are actively developing an ongoing manuscript in any genre
• Want structured, constructive feedback from peers and instructors
• Seek guidance and motivation to sustain a longer project
• Are committed to refining their craft through regular practice and peer review
• Are eager to join a supportive and productive writing communit
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