WRIT 390 Editing for Literary Publication

Writing is as much a craft as it is an art, and writers who excel in their various writing fields understand the mechanics of their craft as well as the effects their writing will have on an audience. In writing and literature courses, students learn how to analyze writing: in this course, students will apply these skills to publication standards to prepare them for careers in literary publishing or other careers in which advanced editing and creative writing skills are desirable. Students will learn various forms of literary editing, including developmental editing, line editing, and copy-editing. Whether a student¿s goal is to become a freelance writer, copywriter, manuscript editor, or managing editor, this course will prepare students for a career in the world of writing for publication.

Prerequisites

• WRIT 251: Introduction to Creative Writing
• or WRIT 359: Boot Camp: Creative Writing