Beejay Silcox: Literary Criticism

A critic is more than an incisive reader; they are a bridge-builder, connecting text, history, author, and audience. Together, you’ll uncover how a work reflects its cultural and historical moment, how it speaks across time, and how the author’s creative practice – their choices and technique – shape the story. You’ll also learn to move beyond personal taste and develop the language of craft, balancing subjective response with objective analysis.  

Whether you want to begin your own critical practice, or deepen your reading, this immersive workshop will connect you to the larger conversation that literature makes possible.    

Suitable for critics at all stages and experience levels. Participants will be asked to read Olga Ravn's The Wax Child prior to attending the workshop.