Writing for Expression: How to Make Your Words More Artful & Lyrical

Looking to become a more expressive writer? Harness the power of poetic language to connect with readers and craft your most compelling work yet.

No matter your genre of choice, using beautiful, carefully crafted language is the foundation of creative writing. Join writer and poet Hanif Abdurraqib to learn how you can draw from different types of poetry to craft work that reflects your true voice, every time you sit down to write. Drawing from examples of his own and others’ writing, Hanif teaches you how to identify and craft language that connect with readers every time. Key lessons include:

• Types of poetry you can use in your work
• Narrative tricks to build story structure
• Writing exercises to strengthen your work

Whether your focus is personal essays or literary fiction, every writer can benefit from the study of poetic language. This class will give you a tool to reach for every time you write — helping you break down the barriers of genre, connect with your reader, and write the meaningful work you’ve always imagined.