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Student and Instructor Success Stories
Student Publishes in The Rattling Wall
Wp’ student Natashia Deon’s piece “A Touch Like Water” was published in Issue 2 of The Rattling Wall in winter 2012. Published side-by-side with Pulitzer Prize winning writer, Yousef Komunyakaa, and several other authors, “A Touch Like Water” was originally an excerpt from Natashia’s historical novel in progress which she then took out of its historical context and completely rewrote as a flash fiction piece.
Natashia, who created the reading series Dirty Laundry Lit which is co-sponsored by PEN Center USA, took courses with Wp’ instructor Robert Eversz. Natashia says, “Robert is one of the two most instrumental instructors in my writing life, ever. He challenged me to look further ahead in my writing career, beyond our Novel II and III classes, and encouraged me to become a part of the literary community and to find my place as a writer there. For these things, I am grateful.”
Success Story Archives
If you have taken a Writers' Program course and have been published or produced, we want to hear about it! Send a short description for inclusion on our web site to my success.
So Many Ways to Connect with the Writers’ Program!
You've explored the website, taken a class, and perhaps attended our annual Writers Faire or Publication Party. But did you know you can stay connected with us here at the Writers' Program on a daily basis? Choose one or all of our options below to join a community of writers who are every bit as passionate about writing as you are!
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Spending too much time on Facebook and not enough time on your writing? Now you can do both just by liking us on Facebook. With writing tips and inspiration from Writers' Program instructors and other notable authors showing up in your Facebook feed daily, you'll be motivated to get back to your writing ASAP. As Agatha Christie once said, "The secret of getting ahead is getting started."
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For quick and pithy updates on Wp' events and instructor readings, check out our Twitter page where we provide links to articles and blogs that feature work from our fabulous instructors. We also post upcoming deadlines for advanced courses and competitions. And we always have our eyes open and our ears perked for writing contests and local events you won't want to miss.
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Writers' Program advisor Jeff Bonnett dishes up industry buzz and talks about some of his favorite screenwriting courses at the Writers' Program's blog.
Stay Tuned to our YouTube Channel
Yes, we even have our very own YouTube channel! There's no cuddly kittens or crazy car crashes on it, but you'll get to see many Writers' Program instructors in action. Catch several of them reading from their recently published work at last year's Publication Party or discussing the business of screenwriting at last year's Writers Faire.
The Writers' Program Website
Whether you're new to the Wp' or a seasoned veteran, our website will provide you with all the information you need to know about our program. Our "About" section, FAQs, and information about online and onsite courses will help you understand how our courses work and what you'll gain from taking classes with us. Learn more about our four certificates in creative writing and screenwriting. Explore the bios of our 200+ instructors. Learn about our consultation and mentorship services. Or take advantage of the special opportunities available to Wp' students such as our Feature Film and Television competitions and our scholarship program! Was your work recently published, reviewed or featured? If so, we want to know about it! Drop us a line so we can share your success with our readers, students, and instructors on our home page.
Still have questions? We're only a phone call or email away! Give our advisors a ring at 310-825-9415, or shoot an email to writers@uclaextension.edu. We look forward to hearing from you and wish you luck on your writing endeavors!
Alicia Wheeler is the Program Assistant for Creative Writing (Online) and Events. Write to her at awheeler@uclaextension.edu.
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