The universe and the universal: writing about big and small things

with Amanda Brady Ford

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM PST

Understanding the mechanics of the world around us — the trees, the molecules, the stars and the galaxies — can be a powerful way to inspire all forms of writing: poetry, nonfiction, fiction, and of course science fiction. In this two-hour seminar, writer and science teacher Dr. Amanda Ford, former staff scientist at the Max Planck Institute for Astrophysics, will share insights from the worlds of astronomy and literature. 

Come learn about the Big Bang, massive supernovae, galaxy evolution, why the sky is blue, why trees (on this planet!) are green, and how each of us carries remnants of stars in the very cells of our bodies. We’ll also study the writing styles of Kate Folk, Ursula K. LeGuin, N.K. Jemisin and more, as well as view some gorgeous science and space images. If you’re looking to see the world (and perhaps your writing) in a new, expanded way, this could be the right class for you!