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6-Week Workshop: Anti-Capitalist Fiction

Welcome to Anti-capitalist Fiction, a six-session course where we'll explore the powerful stories of working class people and their resistance in literature.

Through discussions, readings, and writing exercises, we'll practice, analyze and evaluate the techniques authors use to bring working class struggles and triumphs to life. We'll delve into the works of Langston Hughes, Octavia Butler, and Charles Bukowski, examining how they use literary devices to amplify working class experiences. You'll have the opportunity to practice these techniques in your own writing, receiving feedback and guidance from the teaching artist and your peers.

In-class discussions will follow the interests of the students, with the occasional comment from teacher. You'll explore examples of the techniques discussed in class and have time to practice them in a supportive and stimulating environment.

By the end of this course, you'll have a deeper understanding of anti-capitalist fiction and know more about how to write it. Let's explore the transformative power of storytelling together!

All Classes listed on the Loft website take place in Central Time.

Instructions for Accessing This Online Class

In order to access live class meetings, you must have the Zoom application downloaded to your computer. You will also need a WiFi/Internet connection throughout the duration of your scheduled meeting and a computer with audio and video capability. The information to join your Zoom classroom will be provided in your confirmation email upon registration. Please check spam folders if you do not see this email upon registration. For more information on how to use Zoom, please see our training manual here.

Some classes use a supplemental Google Classroom page. Should your teaching artist use Google Classroom, you will be invited to join the classroom via email at least 24 hours in advance of your class (check spam folders if you are not seeing this invitation). Please note that Google Classroom requires a Gmail address to access the Classroom. If you do not have a Gmail account, the email invitation will be sent to the email address we have on file and will prompt you to create a free account or enter an existing account to join the classroom. If we are unable to send an email invitation to your non-gmail account, you will be contacted by a staff member to provide a Gmail address. If you do not have a Gmail account, you can create a free account here. Should you have concerns about this, please contact a Loft staff member at [email protected] or 612-379-8999. For more information on how to use Google Classroom, please see our training manual here.