In any long form narrative, the biggest challenge often comes in writing Act Two, which many writers call “The Long Middle.” In this class, writer and master teacher Greg Garrett will talk about and share examples of 

–how to advance your plot, brainstorm complications
–develop characters
–plan reversals and rewards
–and link your beginning and ending organically through the material you write for your second act.

About the instructor: 

Greg Garrett is the author or co-author of over twenty books of fiction, memoir, and nonfiction, including the acclaimed novels Free Bird, Cycling, Shame, and The Prodigal. Greg had taught creative writing, literature, and film for over a quarter-century at Baylor University, and has also read, spoken, taught, and led workshops across the US and Europe. A member of the Texas Institute of Letters, Greg has taught highly-rated courses for the Writers League on novel writing, point of view, dialogue, and many other topics, and enjoys the chance to meet and work with writers at all stages of their careers. He lives with his wife Jeanie and their family in Austin.