What is a story? Why do we tell stories? Answering these questions is essential for every story craftsperson across all formats, genres, and industries. This class provides instruction on principles of storytelling, why stories work, and how to structure stories to captivate an audience.

Brook West is an author, screenwriter, and training developer whose passion is helping creatives tell stories that stick to your bones.

This class is suitable for all levels.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

The Carnegie Center reserves the right to cancel a class if minimum enrollment is not met. It is best to register early to help our instructors prepare and to ensure the class does not get cancelled. We evaluate registration numbers 62 business days before a class starts to decide whether we can hold the class. Classes that do not meet minimum enrollment will be cancelled six–two business days prior to the first class meeting. All participants will be notified by email and will receive full refunds.

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