Lit Happens Episode 15: Time Across Borders - Crafting Connections with Colum McCann’s What Time Is It Now, Where You Are?

Tune in to Lit Happens, where we - two passionate HSC English educators - guide you through Advanced English Module C: The Craft of Writing, with a focus on Colum McCann’s reflective short story, What Time Is It Now, Where You Are?. In this episode, we explore how McCann uses metafiction to bridge time, place, and human connection through the act of storytelling, analyse techniques like fragmented structure and shifting perspectives, and provide strategies for students to craft their own layered, imaginative pieces inspired by the text. Tailored for educators seeking to inspire creativity and Advanced English students aiming for a Band 6, this episode will help you engage with the story’s emotional depth and create responses that showcase originality and insight.

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