Fiction is the art of the possible. Every piece of fiction begins by exploring the notion “What if…” In this class, we will study the foundations of storytelling to better develop our craft. Through the process of drafting and revision, we will discover the most effective ways to tell our own stories, our own “what ifs.” In addition to developing and discussing our works-in- progress, we will also discuss published works ranging from dark psychological suspense to grotesque Southern Gothic, from subtle family drama to the biting social satire.