Creative Nonfiction
aka Literary Journalism, Narrative Journalism

Breaking into Creative Nonfiction
A professional writer offers a definition and strategies.

Bruce Dobler's Creative Nonfiction Compendium
Definition and list of anthologies.

Creative Nonfiction: An alternative to the feature story
Students study examples of creative nonfiction before writing their own. Includes assessment.

Creative Nonfiction: An Exploration of Contemporary American Literature
Lots of models for this carefully structured project designed for 11th graders. Includes handout for analysis.

What is Creative Nonfiction
Definition and guidelines.

Seabiscuit
A good introduction to the book and movie, this site offers insights into American history topics including the Great Depression, sports, folk heroes, the rise of radio and creation of a national media audience, American success stories, regional rivalries, the rise of the automobile and decline of the horse, and the legalization of gambling.