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Tying in the Ends: Titles and endings in short fiction

Workshop

Titles and endings can be among the hardest elements to master when writing short fiction. What different options are available to us when it comes to titling our work? And how do we round out our stories with the perfect knot?

What's covered

Types of title
Using the title as an editorial lens
Effective endings
Rhythmical considerations
The title-ending connection

What to expect

A mix of visual presentation, audio/video presentation, and writing prompts.
Explanation and exploration of new ideas and different techniques.
Opportunities to plant story seedlings which can be developed at a later date.

Recording length

30 minutes

Price

£8

Workshop tutor

Matt Kendrick is a writer, editor and teacher based in the East Midlands, UK. His short fiction has appeared in various journals, and has been included on the Biffy 50 list for 2019-20, in Best Microfiction 2021, Best Small Fictions 2022 and the Wigleaf Top 50 2022.

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