Short Story Discussion Group – 1 hr. class
Zoom – Tuesday 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 
This course offers reading enthusiasts an alternative to the standard book group. For those readers who do not have the time or energy for longer fiction, the short story provides the same exhilaration and joy of reading as any other literary genre – particularly in a discussion setting. This course includes authors from the Western Canon (e.g., Joyce, Hemingway, Wharton, et al) as well as foreign and contemporary authors. Each story, which is usually less than ten pages, will be emailed the week before class allowing participants to absorb the content and fully engage in the discussion. While we explore the various literary devices of the story (e.g., theme, plot, characters) the primary element for discussion will be our personal and diverse opinions of the story. All new stories each week!
Carroll Stenson has a BA in English Literature from Yale University, and an MA from Southern New Hampshire University. Carroll is a retired insurance executive and former Connecticut resident. She has led literary discussion groups for over twenty years at various venues including libraries, senior residences, adult education classes and private book group meetings.