Creative Non-fiction Writing: Tell the Real Story
A course by Katie Hafner , Journalist and Author
Discover the Milestone Approach for productive writing, as you learn to get to the heart of a true story and write with flair and creativity
Discover the Milestone Approach for productive writing, as you learn to get to the heart of a true story and write with flair and creativity
By keeping our eyes wide open we can discover life experiences worthy of transforming into remarkable stories. Journalist and author Katie Hafner has honed her craft of telling true stories, with over 20 years of writing experience working for publications such as The New York Times and The Washington Post. She has also written six non-fiction books.
In this course, she teaches you the art of writing true stories through the productivity method: The Milestone Approach. Discover how to break down and map out the entire research and writing process, from identifying your central theme to sharing your writing with others. Explore the art of writing non-fiction — true stories, well told.
What will you learn in this online course?
14 lessons & 12 downloads
- 98% positive reviews (48)
- 1,678 students
- 14 lessons (2h 59m)
- 12 additional resources (2 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English
- English · Spanish · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
What is this course's project?
Write your own non-fiction narrative based on a subject of your choice.
Who is this online course for?
This course is for those interested in exploring non-fiction writing.
Requirements and materials
No previous experience or knowledge is required. Writers of all levels, published and unpublished, are welcome. Basic knowledge of Excel or Google Sheets is recommended.
In terms of materials, all you’ll need is something to write with, including a word processor.
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A course by Katie Hafner
Katie Hafner is a journalist and book author from New York, US. After graduating with a degree in German literature she went on to complete a master’s in journalism from Columbia University, and pursue her lifelong passion for writing. She then began working at a community newspaper in Lake Tahoe and worked her way up through different publications until she was hired by The New York Times in 1998.
Katie worked at The New York Times for ten years and remains a regular contributor. She has also worked at BusinessWeek and Newsweek, and written for several publications such as Esquire, Wired, The Washington Post, and The New York Times Magazine. Katie is also the author of six non-fiction books covering a range of topics from computer hackers, German reunification, pianist Glenn Gould, and even her own memoir. As well as this, Katie is the creator and host of the podcast Lost Women of Science.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Getting Started
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Nailing Down Your Idea
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The Outline
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Getting Down to Work: The Productivity Spreadsheet
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U3
Getting Down to Work
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Finalizing the Productivity Spreadsheet
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Assessing Your Research
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Finding Good Interview Bytes
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Writing the Story 1
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Writing the Story 2
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U4
Editing and Polishing
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The Big-Picture Edit: Getting Feedback and Moving Forward
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Polishing
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Working with an Editor
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To Learn More: A Conversation with the Editor
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FP
Final project
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Creative Non-fiction Writing: Tell the Real Story
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wgoldinaps
Katie Hafner is a seasoned professional who uses her experience to guide aspirant writers. To date, I have found the course to be informative and easy to follow.
justine.iarapps
very clear, easy-to-follow course content and approachable instruction style. ❤️
barsine9
Excelente¡¡¡
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ersilia.longo
Corso estremante chiaro, ricco di consigli pratici estremamente utili. Consiglio vivamente
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sgbretos
La autora propone un itinerario ameno, práctico y divertido para iniciarse en la escritura de no ficción. Los vídeos y consejos son estimulantes y aterrizados. Recomendado.
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