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In this workshop for beginning writers, we will explore different aspects of writing a memoir. Whether you want to share your own life experiences or pass on your family's stories, this class will help you get started. We'll spend six sessions discussing aspects of writing creative nonfiction, including structuring your stories, conveying the essence of places and events, and dealing ethically with writing about living people.
For each class meeting, students write a few pages on their life experiences. I suggest topics, but encourage participants to write on whatever motivates them. Each class meeting includes time to share writing in a supportive environment. To enhance small-group interaction, enrollment is limited to 15. Anyone age 14 to 114 is welcome to participate. Attendees should bring paper and pen/pencils for in-class exercises. Participants should commit to attending all sessions.
Instructor Bio:
Sarah White, author and personal historian, has written for a variety of markets ranging from business how-to books to consumer advice for teens. She applies her professional writing experience to help individuals record their life stories through workshops, community projects and one-to-one coaching. She has taught memoir writing locally since 2004. Her memoir essays have been published in My Words Are Gonna Linger from Personal History Press and Seasons of our Lives: Summer from Womens Memoirs. She is the author of Write Your Travel Memoirs: 5 steps to transform your travel experiences into compelling essays.
Instructor Testimonials:
I am surprised the effect working with Sarah has on me. It makes my life seem more real and valuable.
Jean K., Waunakee, WI
Although I have a degree in creative writing, I learned a lot from Sarah Whites style of outlining and writing.
Elizabeth F., Ogden, UT
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LocationArts + Literature Laboratory (View)
2021 Winnebago St
Madison, WI 53704
United States
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| Minimum Age: 14 |
| Wheelchair Accessible: Yes! |
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