Do NOW: Respond to the following quote:
"I think a little menace is fine to have in a story. For one thing, it's good for the circulation. There has to be tension, a sense that something is imminent, that certain things are in relentless motion, or else, most often, there simply won't be a story." *Raymond Carver
1. Discuss quote.
2. Read: "Eudora Welty on the Short Story" (Handout) Read
5 minute written response: Share.
3. Fiction Powerpoints
4. Activity: Choose an "urban setting"; "paint" a portrait with creative language. Pay attention to detail!
