This informal interactive workshop introduces youth (ages 14–18) to the fundamentals of storytelling with a focus on story structure, genre, and character development.
Discussions will explore popular books, film, and television to demonstrate how compelling stories are built and how to apply these techniques to the students’ own ideas or works-in-progress.
Participants will be invited to share their ideas, ask questions, and, if they choose, present their work in a supportive environment to receive thoughtful, constructive feedback.
The workshop will also introduce publishing pathways, helping students understand how stories move from idea to finished work.
Tuesdays, Oct. 13 to Nov. 24 (7 weeks)
6 - 7:30 p.m.
UNB Fredericton | 10 MacKay Drive, Marshall d'Avray Hall, Room 222
$169 (+ HST)
Megan Hughson is a published author from Atlantic Canada. Her writing journey began with personal essays and memoir, including her short story “Sorry Not Sorry,” published in Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Spirit of Canada (2017). She has since expanded into contemporary and fantasy fiction, focusing on character-driven, coming-of-age stories that explore identity, relationships, and the emotional complexities of growing up.
Megan holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology, which has shaped her writing style to focus on character depth and human behaviour. She has further developed her craft through creative writing courses and workshops with organizations such as Writer’s Digest.
