Creative writing, a six-week course led by Arleen Mariotti, will focus on fiction and creative nonfiction, although all genres are welcome. No previous writing experience is required. We will concentrate on developing an understanding of the essential components of creative writing such as setting, conflict, plot, characters and dialogue. The course will be organized as a process workshop so there will be sharing, discussion, revision of your work and friendly peer critiques. We will use short spontaneous exercises and longer assignments to motivate and refine your writing.