Setting IS Important
Class Description
The setting tells your readers where they are, where your characters come from, and why this is important to the story. Without your setting, your story literally goes nowhere.
Class Requirements
None.
Class Supplies
A laptop, smartphone, and a journal to keep track of your settings and to research your desired locations are the recommended materials.
FAQ
How descriptive should a setting be?
As descriptive as you’d like. It doesn’t require more than a page to nail a description.
Where should I set my story?
That’s entirely up to you, but the adage ‘write what you know’ is a good idea to employ.
What if I want to use a fictional setting?
Then be certain to point out as much as possible and let your imagination run wild.