Blubber_ Voice and Tone in Fiction 2

New Bedford Blubber Writers Workshop

World building
What is worldbuilding and why is it important for fiction writers?

Maggie Felisberto
maggie.felisberto@gmail.com

Maggie Felisberto is a queer nail polish enthusiast with a PhD in Portuguese literature and an MFA in creative writing. Her work has been published by Bridge Eight Press, Change Seven Magazine, Tagus Press and Routledge, and is forthcoming from Bare Hill Review and Nat 1 Publishing. Originally from Pennsylvania, she lives in Massachusetts with her sister and nine pets.

Worldbuilding is a tool normally associated with speculative fiction like The Lord of the Rings or Dune, but the practice of worldbuilding is useful for any type of fiction. It is the process of creating a believable and engaging fictional setting, including its history, geography, culture, and society, to immerse readers in a unique and coherent environment. In this workshop, we will discuss different elements of worldbuilding and how to apply them to your own fiction, regardless of genre.

Workshop: hours • minute break

Cost: $25

Class Size: People

Instructor: Maggie Felisberto

What to bring: Notebook, Pen, Laptop

When: July 14, 6:00 to 8:30 and July 21, 6:00 to 8:30 (Mondays)

Where: Co-Creative Center • 137 Union Street • New Bedford, MA 02740

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