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Magical Realism 101

Magical Realism is a genre of writing that borrows from the tradition of folk tales, dream-like imagery, and vivid descriptions in order to present a world in which the "magical" seems real and commonplace. In this class, we will examine the rules and elements of Magical Realism and develop strategies for effective writing in the genre. Some of these elements include the fantastical elements and the purposes they serve, a richness of sensory details as well as symbolism, and the use of legends, folktales, and historical elements, among other things.

Reserve your place now! Registration deadline is March 25. Free parking for this event in the lot across the street.

CL Bledsoe is the author of 10 books, most recently the novel Man of Clay and the poetry collection Riceland. He has published stories, poems, plays, essays, and reviews in hundreds of journals. He's been nominated for the Pushcart Prize 13 times, Best of the Net twice, and has had two stories selected as Notable Stories of the Year by Story South's Million Readers Award. Formerly a high school teacher, he's taught writing classes for Hollins University as well and gives readings regularly in the mid-Atlantic region and east coast. Bledsoe lives in Alexandria, Virginia, with his daughter. http://www.clbledsoe.com.He blogs at: http://clbledsoe.blogspot.com

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