Writing Science Fiction and Fantasy by Udemy
Turn your idea into a published novel or screenplay in one of today's hottest genres.
Course Highlights
- Learn all about the most popular science fiction and fantasy genres.
- Explore plot techniques for space travel, time travel, psy power, magic and more.
- Discover the easy way to structure your character's story.
- Learn techniques that will bring your writing to life.
- Publish your novel using these simple steps.
- Brainstorm marketing and sales techniques that will make you a bestseller!
Skills you will learn!
Curriculum
11 Topics
Course Overview
What is Science Fiction and Fantasy?
Why Write Science Fiction and Fantasy?
Fantasy Origins
Science Fiction Origins
Fantasy Authors
Science Fiction Authors
What Makes Great Science Fiction and Fantasy?
Fantasy Genres
Science Fiction Genres
Young Adult and Middle Grade Science Fiction and Fantasy
6 Topics
Plot vs. Story
Space Travel
Time Travel
Psy Powers
Magic
World Building
10 Topics
Character Building
Your Protagonist
Your Antagonist
Other Characters
Dramatic Elements
Story Structure
Act 1
Act 2
Act 3
Scene and Sequel
13 Topics
Conflict
Suspense
Mystery
Pacing
Viewpoint
Voice
Tense
Setting
Dialogue
Beginnings and Endings
Writing Big
Writing Well
Manuscript Evaluation
4 Topics
Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Time Travel
Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Multiple Worlds
Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - Alternate Realities
Analyzing Great Science Fiction and Fantasy - The Future
6 Topics
Marketing Collateral
Traditional Publishing
Self-Publishing
Cover Art
Marketing
Next Steps
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