Dark Night of the Soul: Using Reflection to Create a Powerful Finale

Class Description

The key to a satisfying finale is a deep, sincere moment of reflection. Some refer to this moment as the "Dark Night of the Soul." It's the culminating moment for the protagonist to learn their "lesson" and determine how to move forward to achieve their goal (or not). Writing a culminating Dark Night of the Soul scene takes some truth-telling and vulnerability. Have you laid the groundwork to write a truly effective scene?

This class will explore how character and plot combine to create a strong and resonant Dark Night of the Soul moment in your story. We'll look at examples of how scenes have come together in different genres and explore how to make an impactful scene through dialogue, description, and character action.

Writers of all fiction genres are welcome. Bring characters and stories with you or come with a fresh idea.

Class Format

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