Writers and Readers
Noncredit Continuing Education Courses
Winter 2010
Last Comic Standing: The Art of Writing Comedy
Join veteran broadcaster and writer Jerry Chiappetta for this in-depth look at writing comedy. The history of modern comedy will be explored, and you will have a chance to practice what you are taught with in-class and homework assignments. Learn how to make fun of yourself and make yourself fun! $175
Days and Times | Date | Course Number | Location |
Wed 6:30pm-9:30pm | Mar 10-Apr 21 | #9077 XI 120 M1406 | Laurel College Center |
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Improve Your Writing
This course is designed to show the student how to organize thoughts and convey them to others through a clear writing style. $200
Days and Times | Date | Course Number | Location |
Mon 6:30pm-8:30pm | Mar 01-May 17
(no class Mar 29) | #9057 XI 100 M1404 | Laurel College Center |
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Self-Publish Your Photography *NEW!*
Digital photography has come of age and has brought with it many exciting possibilities. One of the most satisfying is the opportunity to create and publish your own bookstore-quality book through the Internet. Imagine the joy of creativity in transforming your family photographs, artwork, or vacation pictures into the pages of a coffee table masterpiece. Instructor will discuss the difference between print-on-demand and traditional publication, pros and cons of various publishers, how to prepare your images for highest quality reproduction, layout considerations, the selection of fonts, and other practical considerations. $69**
Days and Times | Date | Course Number | Location |
Tue 7pm-9pm | Feb 09-Feb 23 | #8344 XE 257 6522 | Duncan Hall |
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Build a Better Novel
There are five key elements to salable fiction. Do you know what they are? Professional editor and writer, Ally Peltier shares learned-the-hard-way tips, tactics, and tricks of the trade to help you sell, regardless of genre or skill level. She'll show you what editors and agents want...and what they don't want. An experienced instructor, she is an editor, writer, and publishing consultant for individuals and businesses such as Simon & Schuster, Penguin Group USA, iUniverse and more. Ally has published articles in a variety of venues, including Writer's Digest, LazyHouse-wife.com and J3tlag.com. Learn more at www.ambitiousenterprises.com. $109
Days and Times | Date | Course Number | Location |
Thu 7pm-9pm | Jan 21-Feb 25 | #7327 XI 323 6612 | Centennial High School |
*Fees not eligible for waiver.
**Neither XE courses nor their fees are eligible for waiver.
(T) Textbook recommended or required. Purchase at HCC Bookstore before first class.
(S) Supplied needed. Instructor will provide list at first class.
