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Online Class: Paranormal Romance Writing 101

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Course Description

Paranormal romance is all the rage lately. From books to movies, sexy vampires and gothic love stories are blazing up the bestseller lists and hitting the top of the box office.

Paranormal romance falls under the umbrella term 'speculative fiction' which is just a term that encompasses fiction genres that are more fantastic, like science fiction, fantasy, horror and paranormal, among others.

You may enjoy reading these books and watching these movies so much that you are sure you could write one yourself--or at least you are interested in trying. But just liking the genre isn't enough to make you a paranormal romance writer. You need to know more about paranormal romance writing and what it entails--the rules, what to include, what not to include, what makes a good story, and much more...that's where this class can help.

Course Lessons

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Lesson One: The Popular World of the Paranormal Romance

In this first lesson, we will define paranormal writing and the technique of the suspension of disbelief.

Lesson Two: The Elements of a Paranormal Romance

In this lesson, we will discuss the paranormal genre, originality, and the elements of paranormal romance.

Lesson Three: Thinking About the Big Picture

In this lesson, we will discuss how paranormal writing should be shaped by the big picture of the storyline.

Lesson Four: Paranormal Stereotypes and Clichès

In this lesson we will discuss the cautionary tips of writing in this genre and the stereotypes encouraged by the media.

Lesson Five: The Supernatural, Magical Creatures

In this lesson, we will discuss the supernatural and magical characters in paranormal-themed romances.

Lesson Six: Heroes

Writing your hero is one of your biggest challenges and one of the elements that can make or break your novel. In this lesson, we will discuss the challenges and how to successfully develop your heroes and heroines.

Lesson Seven: The Heroine

Today's paranormal romance heroines tend to be a bit spicier and a bit tougher than those in days gone by, and certainly a bit more kick butt than their 'typical romance' counterparts.

Lesson Eight: Plotting and Plot Maps

In this lesson, we will discuss the importance of plot mapping.

Lesson Nine: Pacing

In this lesson, we will discuss the pacing in your novel.

Lesson 10: Dialogue

The dialogue in your novel is an essential element, and this lesson will discuss the writing techniques that should be used to help create this element.

Lesson 11: Editing and Re-editing

This lesson will discuss the importance of editing and re-editing.

Lesson 12: Agents

This lesson will provide information about the role of agents.

Lesson 13: Query Letters

Writing a query letter is an art form. It is important to know what to include in each one and to make each one unique.

Lesson 14: Putting It All Together

In this final lesson, we will review and put together the puzzle of writing the paranormal romance novel and finding an agent.

Additional Information

Course Title : Paranormal Romance Writing 101
CEU Value :

1.0 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

Standard :

Course Adheres to the ANSI/IACET 1-2007 Standard

Accreditation :

Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET), 1760 Old Meadow Road, Suite 500, McLean, VA 22102.

Languages : English - United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, and other English speaking countries
Course Number : 7550558
Course Type : General Education
Course URL :

http://paranormalromance.onlineclasses.com

Course Rating : Excellent Course! 4 Star Rating
Instructor :

Melissa Merritt

Syllabus :

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Grading Policy :

Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive a CEU Certificate documenting CEUs earned

Assessment Method :

Lesson assignments and review exams

Duration : Continuous: Enroll anytime!
Requirements : View Technical Requirements
Course Fee :

Basic Course: $35.00 (no CEU Certificate)

   

with CEU Certificate: $60.00

NOT FOR COLLEGE CREDIT
This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment. This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, certification or educational requirements.

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