Storytelling and Humor with David Sedaris
Lo que aprenderás
- How to sharpen your observational skills to uncover story ideas in everyday life
- Techniques for converting raw observations into structured narratives with emotional weight
- How to craft openings that immediately capture attention
- Ways to create relatable characters, including portraying yourself with honesty and nuance
- Strategies to use humor effectively without losing depth or credibility
- How to navigate writing about friends and family with clarity and sensitivity
- Approaches to revision that clarify your message and strengthen impact
- How to prepare for live readings and engage audiences confidently
- Methods for drawing inspiration from literary influences to expand your perspective
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COURSE CONTENTS
This course includes a series of video lessons where Sedaris breaks down his storytelling approach, from observing the world to shaping humorous narratives and preparing them for publication or performance.
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Introduction
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Observing the world
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Turning observations into stories
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Breaking into a story
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Connecting to your reader
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Writing about loved ones
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Story Evolution
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Kitchen Sink Stories
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Ending with weight
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Revision Philosophy
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Growing as a writer
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David’s Influences
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Conclusion
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Bonus
Detalles adicionales del curso
David Sedaris’s MasterClass on Storytelling and Humor gives you an inside look at how one of the world’s most distinctive voices turns ordinary moments into meaningful, sharply funny narratives. Through a series of on-demand video lessons, Sedaris walks you through his complete creative process: noticing the details that others overlook, capturing experiences with emotional truth, shaping observations into structured stories, and refining your prose through intentional revision.
This course is fully self-paced and designed for learners who want to communicate with more clarity, personality, and impact. Whether you write professionally, prepare presentations, speak publicly, or simply want to express yourself more effectively, Sedaris provides practical tools to elevate your storytelling. You will learn how to build stronger openings, craft relatable characters (including yourself), incorporate humor with authenticity, and prepare your work for both readers and live audiences.
By the end, you will have a clearer voice, stronger narrative instincts, and a repeatable method for turning everyday life into stories that resonate. Completion of the course grants you a digital certificate.