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7 days
Short Story Writing Express Program
Next batch starts from
11th Feb '24
Build your foundation
Program Duration
7 Days
Batch Size
Up to 100 members
Content Duration
5 hours of content
Level
Beginners to intermediate
This program includes
Ideation
It starts with the expert - led live mentoring sessions and learning modules
Discovery
Find your genre and create short stories that resonate with your readers
Editing
Incorporate your learnings to turn into a best- selling short story
Certificate of completion
When you finish more than 90% of the modules
Publishing
7 days of creativity and feedback later, and on a selection basis, get a chance to publish your short story.
Program Content
1. Unleashing the Writer's Craft
Introduction of the mentor
All about writing
How to find time and space to write
Essential before you start writing
Exploring Essential Writing Tools
Finding ideal environment to write
2. Elements of writing a short story
Types of stories : novels, novellas and short stories
To plot or not to plot a story
Fundamentals of Plotting (Western method)
Indian way of Plotting and Storytelling
Types of plot
Linear Plotting through a first Person POV
Other POV’s
Explaining Ramayana
Writing Short Story With the mentor
3. Settings and symbolism
Understanding Settings and Symbolism
Panchbodha's - Elements of Storytelling
Using Senses - The art of Showing, Not Telling
How to write descriptively
4. Dialogue and Character Interaction
The art of characterization
Characterization in Indian narratives
Crafting impactful dialogues
5. Navarasa - Emotions in Story Writing
Shringara - The Essence of Love
Hasya - The Joy of Laughter
Karuna - The Depths of Compassion
Raudra - The Power of Anger
Veera - The Strength of Courage
Bhayanaka - The Chilling Embrace of Fear
Bibhatsa - The Unsettling Realm of Disgust
Adbhuta - The Essence of Wonder
Shanta - The Serenity of Peace
6. Editing and Revising
How to Research
Revision and Editing
Embracing Feedback
7. Exploring Different Genre
Horror
Romance
Mythology
Crime and Thriller
Who will teach you?
Anand Neelakantan
Anand Neelakantan, a revolutionary storyteller, defies conventional norms and fearlessly explores untold stories of well-known mythological characters. Through his unique narratives, he takes readers on thought-provoking journeys that challenge established beliefs. As one of India's top-selling authors, Neelakantan has made a significant impact in the world of mythological fiction. He has authored 12 books in English and 1 in Malayalam, captivating readers with his imaginative storytelling. His book "Asura: Tale of the Vanquished" gained immense recognition and was featured in Amazon Books editors' list of "100 books by Indian authors to read in a lifetime." Furthermore, three of his books, "Asura: Tale of the Vanquished" (2013), "Ajaya: Roll of the dice" (2014), and "Rise of Sivagami" (2018), were shortlisted for the prestigious Crossword Book Award. Neelakantan's talent as a writer has been acknowledged by various publications. Indian Express rated him as one of the most promising writers, Daily News and Analysis recognized him as one of the six most remarkable writers of 2012, and Financial Express ranked him as the second most read writer of 2012. "The Rise of Sivagami", one of Neelakantan's notable works, garnered praise from top Indian book reviewers, showcasing his exceptional storytelling skills. In 2014, he was honored with the Radio City Freedom Award for Best Fiction.
Benefits of joining our program
~Protect your IP rights Mugafi protects your IP’s and makes sure you earn as per industry standards
~Genre specific sessions Get genre-specific sessions and craft short stories tailored to your preferred genre
~Earn Certificate Upon 90% course completion you will earn a certificate from Mugafi
~Chance to Publish Selected Short Stories will be get published into anthology by Mugafi
Why join our Short Story Writing Express Program?
Write your first short story with us
Selected stories will be produced by Mugafi into a antology
Fast track your learning
Start creating side-by-side as you learn
Build a network
Become a part of our large community of creators
Kickstart your career
Start your journey towards being an industry expert, with us
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Frequently asked questions
Where do you take the classes?
This is an online program, so all of your classes will be taken remotely. The Live Session is tailored to provide you with the best of industry knowledge and guidance.
How to enroll?
Enrollment can be done by registering at https://mugafi.com/club. Once done, our counselor will reach out to you for further details.
Can I enroll in multiple programs simultaneously?
No, you can only enroll in one program at once. However, we offer some combo programs where you can enroll yourself in two courses at once; but these can’t be custom-tailored to your choice.
Will I receive feedback on my work?
Yes, we follow a robust system of personalized feedback to help you improve your craft. Our writing team provides extended support to help you brainstorm story ideas, eliminate writer’s block and get the ball rolling. And our Live Session gives you an opportunity to discuss your queries.
Does Mugafi help in releasing/ publishing content?
Yes, if your original work is selected and placed, we help you publish it into an anthology.
Do I have to pay any extra charges for getting my content published?
No, you only pay a one-time registration fee to join us. Publishing your work is a product of your successful work submission and acceptance that doesn’t require you to pay any additional charges.
Will I get any certificate?
Upon 90% completion of the program, you can generate your certificate from the dashboard. You can download and receive it in your registered mailbox.
Are there any scholarships available?
Yes, we offer a few scholarships. The extended value will be decided upon the submission of your sample work/ content, at the sole discretion of the program management team.
What are the payment methods?
You can pay via Debit/ Credit Cards (except SBI), Net Banking, UPI, Wallets and EMI.
Do I get guaranteed work post the completion of this program?
We keep posting relevant opportunities for you. However, successfully availing them is subject to compliance between the offered project and your produced content.
I would like to speak to someone, who should I contact?
You can connect with our counselor at 9289466692 or write to us at hello@mugafi.com.