Literature and Writing

Ignite your imagination, write like a pro
Enhance your creativity while developing communication and writing skills that serve you in any career path. Simmons University's literature and writing minor will deepen your understanding and enjoyment of literature and the English language. You'll examine intricate threads woven through the works of writers like Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, Toni Morrison, and Jhumpa Lahiri.
Our award-winning faculty will lead you on a journey of discovery through prose, poetry, drama, children's literature, films and television, novels, short stories, and media studies. Along the way, you'll develop your own style and talent as an analytical and creative writer. You'll also tap into your inner literary critic.
What can you do with a minor in literature and writing?
Our major opens doors in many areas. Our graduates thrive in careers in law, publishing, advertising, business, government service, technology, media, journalism, writing, and teaching.