ENGL 178 - Novel Writing IV

    Recent Professors
    R. Farrell
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    "C" grade or higher or "Pass" in ENGL 177 or equivalent.
    Spring 2026 Sections
    View Spring 2026 sections of ENGL 178
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    The final of a four-course sequence, this mastery-level class is designed to strengthen student expertise in the study, analysis and application of the tools, techniques, and forms used by established and contemporary novelists. By crafting and submitting original novel scenes, chapters and/or excerpts, students use the writers' workshop to refine their skills as critics and novelists, as well as explore markets for publication. Students have opportunities for performance, publication of their own work, and special projects. (CSU/UC)