OCCRWA Proudly Presents:
January 12, 2009 - February 7, 2009
"Add Depth to Your Novel with Mythic Elements"
with Marcy Weydemuller
About the Class:
Because they encompass timeless motifs, mythic elements can add an extra layer of depth to a novel, whether contemporary, historical, paranormal or fantasy. Mythic elements have contributed to the success of many stories from Star Wars and The Princess Bride to O Brother, Where Art Thou, Troy, and Raiders of the Lost Ark trilogy. During this four week course we’ll examine some metaphoric functions that help build emotional resonance and memory.
Through illustration, exercises, and resources we’ll discuss:
- connections between external geography and ‘internal’ landscapes
- symbolic power of setting as mirrors and maps
- emotional resonance of ‘soul language’
- truth in allusion and echoes
- metaphors and symbols
About the Instructor:
Marcy Weydemuller received a B.A. in history and sociology from Concordia University in Montreal, Canada and an M.F.A. in writing from Norwich University in Vermont with a special focus on YA fantasy and poetry. In addition to teaching creative writing classes she taught college freshman for five years and is a member of SCBWI. Currently she is pursuing her own writing projects and some freelance editing.
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