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SUMMARY:Memoir Maker w/ Diane Zinna
DESCRIPTION:Write your memoir in 9 months!\nIf you’re finally ready to write the memoir of your heart\, we invite you to join longtime writing teacher and author Diane Zinna for her new class\, Memoir Maker. This will be Diane’s 12th time leading a book-in-a-year course\, which has helped bring so many writers to a finished draft. Classes will be a mix of proven lessons\, exploratory exercises with opportunities for sharing\, and workshops. There will be classes on captivating beginnings\, mushy middles\, climax scenes\, and meaningful endings. As participants near the end of the course\, lessons will cover publishing\, including writing a successful book proposal. Each student will have four scheduled workshops during the year and receive thoughtful\, guided class feedback. And the best thing: You’ll have a cohort of new writer-friends doing this right alongside you. \n\nSchedule\nThis class will meet every other Tuesday morning\, August 5 – April 2026 from 10am – 12:30pm ET\, for a total of 20 sessions: \n\nAugust 5\, 19\nSeptember 2\, 16\, 30\nOctober 14\, 21\nNovember 4\, 18\nDecember 2\, 16\nJanuary 6\, 20\nFebruary 3\, 17\nMarch 3\, 17\, 31\nApril 14\, 28\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nTell me more about workshops.\nWorkshops meet during our regular class time. You will send the class up to 25 double-spaced pages of your writing in advance of your scheduled date. You’ll be sending your pages to your classmates as Word documents\, and they’ll provide thoughtful feedback during class. My teaching style involves you asking questions of your classmates about your own work. You’ll be able to leave every workshop with answers to questions you have really been asking yourself. We don’t get derailed in this class; you can expect workshops to feel positive. \nHow much reading is expected of me?\nGenerally\, there will be two workshops per class\, which may require you to read up to 50 double-spaced pages every two weeks. As I get to know your project\, I’ll also be suggesting books you might want to check out that feel like they are in conversation with your memoir\, or those with similar themes\, style\, or structure. \nDo I have to provide feedback to the other students on their work?\nYes. Providing feedback on the work of other writers helps to reinforce what you believe about writing. You can be more objective when looking at the work of others\, then apply that understanding to your own work. If you aren’t yet comfortable with giving feedback to others\, don’t worry—I will provide a template to help you. \nDo I need to know what my story is before I start this class?\nSo much of writing any book—especially memoir—is about discovery as you go. You should have a general sense\, but even if you feel confident that you are sure what your book is about\, I’m going to encourage you to be open to surprises. You may discover 3/4 of the way through the book that you’ve really been writing about hope the whole time you thought you were writing about illness. You may realize the book is not so much about your daughter but about your own sense of self. Be open\, be free\, and you’ll find the truest path. \nAm I ready?\nOnly you know that for sure. If this is your year to do this\, look at your year ahead. Of course there will be unexpected things that come our way\, and we can always adjust and adapt class-wise. But if you have a lot of travel or demanding work coming up this year\, it might be best to wait for another time. But maybe you were wondering if I think you are ready\, as a writer? Here is what I can promise: I take care in accepting writers only when they are prepared for an intensive experience such as Memoir Maker. I will be meeting with applicants 1:1 before the class begins\, so I’ll know what kind of group I am putting together. If you decide to join us\, you can trust that you’ll have intentionally been included among writers with great instincts\, smarts\, and compassion. \n\nApply Today!\nApplication Deadline: July 28 \nNote: Acceptance to the course is required before registration. \nTo be admitted into this intensive program\, potential candidates will need to submit: \n\nA one-page cover letter detailing their interest in the program.\nA twenty-page writing sample from their memoir in progress. (Submissions must be double spaced and use a standard font.)\n\nAdmissions will be on a rolling basis\, and the number of participants will be limited to 8\, so participants are encouraged to submit early. Send your application materials to laura.spencer@writer.org. \n 
URL:https://writer.org/event/memoir-maker/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Master Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Personal Essays from Start to Finish: 10 Essays in 6 Months w/ Hannah Grieco
DESCRIPTION:Inspiration\, accountability\, and the tools you need to get your essays out into the world!\nJoin us for six months of craft lessons\, workshops\, editor visits\, and personal editorial feedback! This small and inclusive class meets bi-weekly on Zoom\, with the goal of creating an intimate\, writer-based community of essayists who learn and grow together. \nYou’ll read\, brainstorm\, and write drafts. You’ll explore different essay forms and practice a variety of narrative techniques. You’ll learn tangible self-editing tools\, then revise\, workshop\, and revise some more! You’ll discover the publications you love\, whether literary or freelance in nature (or both!)\, and you’ll create a plan to get those bylines! You’ll receive supportive\, thoughtful peer workshop feedback on six drafts. You’ll have three personal one-on-one meetings (with detailed line edits) from your instructor. You’ll meet editors\, attend panels\, and participate in a final online reading event to celebrate your hard work! You’ll discuss next steps in publication\, including how to pitch editors and begin forming a full collection. \nThis workshop is for writers who already have some experience publishing personal essays in either literary or freelance publications. The workshop model will be carefully scaffolded and writer-centric\, evolving as the class evolves. Writers will finish the class with ten complete drafts and a path forward for publication. \n\nVirtual Info Session w/ Hannah Grieco!\nMeet Hannah Grieco\, instructor for our Personal Essays from Start to Finish workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWatch the recording on YouTube » \n\nApplication Deadline: October 27\, 2025\nTo apply\, send a cover letter and a 10- to 15-page personal essay writing sample to laura.spencer@writer.org by October 27\, 2025. Acceptance is competitive and applications will be considered on a rolling basis. This course is limited to 15 participants. Please note that acceptance to the program is required before registering. \nWriters who are Black\, Indigenous\, and/or People of Color are warmly encouraged to apply. This course offers two full scholarships for BIPOC writers. To be considered for the scholarship\, in addition to the regular submission\, state in your application email that you would like to be considered and include a 2-3 sentence statement of need. If more than 2 applicants qualify\, the scholarship recipients will be chosen from among them via lottery. \n\nLIVE VIDEO CONFERENCE: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. Shortly before the start date participants will receive an email with login info. Please check your spam if you don’t see it. \n\nThis Zoom class has live captioning. If you need another type of accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/personal-essays-from-start-to-finish/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Intermediate/Advanced Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Memoir Year w/ Nicole Chung
DESCRIPTION:Work on your memoir with bestselling author Nicole Chung!\nThis intensive workshop is open to writers working on a memoir or memoir-in-essays. You’ll have the opportunity to participate in lively craft discussions\, generative exercises\, and in-depth workshops designed to help you identify and hone your strengths as a writer. If you have an idea for a memoir and are looking to jumpstart it—or are already underway\, but want some help to maintain your momentum—this class will help you take concrete next steps and deepen your craft in a supportive community. \n\nWatch the Virtual Info Session\nMeet Nicole Chung\, instructor for our Memoir Year workshop\, and have all your questions about the program answered! \nWATCH NOW >>>\n\nFormat\nThrough in-class readings\, craft talks\, and guided writing prompts\, we’ll explore book openings\, plot structure\, characterization\, setting\, writing the self\, and more. We’ll spend time reflecting and brainstorming\, learning how to identify and pursue the stories that matter most to you. You will have the opportunity to generate new pages throughout the course and have at least two memoir excerpts (10 – 20 pages each) workshopped by your instructor and peers. \nWe’ll discuss the different types of memories\, the role imagination can play in personal storytelling\, and whether and how to bring research and reportage into your memoir. We’ll read excerpts from both classic and recent memoirs\, examining how other writers have organized and explored their personal stories. We’ll consider the ethics of writing about real people and events\, and how to establish the boundaries you may need. We’ll address your questions about book proposals\, pitching\, and the publishing industry. We’ll hear from visiting authors and literary agents who will share tips and talk about the writing and publication processes.  \nThis course will allow you to focus on and grow in your craft in community with your fellow writers\, helping you build the sustainable writing practice you want—one that will allow you to continue showing up for your work\, and telling the stories you need to tell\, long after our workshop ends. \nWriters are expected to read and respond to their peers’ work outside of class\, and generate new writing at their own pace.  \n\nSchedule\nThis class will typically meet twice per month from February 3\, 2026 – November 17\, 2026\, 7–9pm ET\, although there may be one or two longer breaks over the summer for students to focus on writing. Full schedule TBD. \n\n1:1 Mentoring\nAll workshops will be held over Zoom\, with additional opportunities to meet 1:1 with Nicole upon request. All enrolled students will have the option to schedule an individual follow-up meeting (1 hour) with Nicole during the first quarter of 2027.\n \n\nTo Apply\nApplication Deadline: Saturday\, January 24\, 2026 \nPlease share 1-2 paragraphs detailing your writing goals and/or intentions and a writing sample of 10-20 pages (double-spaced). You may also choose to include a one-page résumé or CV. Send your submission to emily.holland@writer.org by Saturday\, January 24th\, 2026. Admissions will be on a rolling basis so participants are encouraged to submit early. \nAcceptance into the workshop is required before registering. \n\nStudent Testimonials\n“Working with Nicole was like getting an ultra-engaged MFA professor\, an eagle-eyed editor\, and an ever-supportive writing coach all in one. I am a much better writer (not to mention critical reader!) as a result of her teaching\, and I would absolutely recommend her to any writer who’s seeking to take their work and creative journey to the next level.” —Nik Chang Hoon \n“Nicole is an exceptional teacher whose superpower is nurturing her students’ creativity\, empowering their growth\, and building community. Through craft talks\, readings\, writing prompts\, and insightful comments\, she supports each student in finding their stories and bringing them to life.” —Enid K. \n“Nicole’s class was one of the first I took after spending more than 10 years away from creative writing. I felt like she opened this whole world up to me by sharing her expertise not only on the craft of writing but also on the business of publishing. The lessons I learned in her class have paid immense dividends for me—I would not have the writing community and career that I have today without learning from her example. I consider Nicole a role model for her generosity toward her students and fellow writers in general\, and I couldn’t recommend her classes more enthusiastically!” —Hannah Bae \n“Nicole’s class is terrific for both novices to the genre and experienced writers. She creates an ideal mix of workshops\, craft lectures\, and guest speakers that teaches students new skills and keeps them inspired about their own work. Nicole is also warm\, supportive\, and brings out the best in her students. She curates a supportive cohort of students who strive to bring out the best in each other. I am grateful to have had the opportunity to participate!” —Anne Kim \n“It was truly a life-changing experience getting the opportunity to learn about memoir writing under the guidance of Nicole Chung. She was so thoughtful and generous with her enlightening ideas and exercises\, as well as feedback on my writing. The boundless empathy and encouragement she showed her students brought us all closer together as a cohort\, where we felt free to truly express ourselves and grow as writers and people in the process. I highly recommend Nicole’s workshops to anyone looking to evolve in their writing craft.” —Jean Trinh \n“I feel very fortunate to have taken Nicole’s memoir class. She offers the perfect blend of workshopping opportunities\, craft discussions\, and guest author/agent appearances\, all while coaching\, cheering\, and nudging participants along in a low-key but highly effective manner. Perhaps what I appreciate most about Nicole is the great care she takes with each participant’s story. Her class has been transformational for my writing.” —Ruth Berg \n“Nicole is a thoughtful and skilled facilitator. I love that she uses a clear and consistent strengths-based philosophy. Working from strengths creates an environment of safety for memoirists to share\, critique\, and revise our most personal stories. In our memoir workshop\, Nicole facilitates skillfully to bring out the shared wisdom of the group and ensure that writers feel empowered to generate and revise our work. Highly recommend working with her if you have the chance!” —Alex Shevrin Venet \n\nAbout Book Farm @ The Writer’s Center\nThe Writer’s Center hosts a series of workshops for serious writers to complete book-length projects\, generate new work for publication\, or master the elements of craft within a specific genre. You’ll work with an acclaimed author\, guiding you through 4-12 months of lessons\, workshops\, and revisions. Our instructors are all accomplished educators with a track record of student success. Limited enrollment with rolling admission up to the application deadline\, so apply right away to secure your spot! \nAll Book Farm participants receive an exclusive tote bag\, a craft book recommended by the instructor\, and a $100 gift certificate good toward future TWC workshops. Participants also receive exclusive access to The Writer’s Center staff\, all of whom are accomplished writers with extensive experience in editing and publishing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/memoir-year/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Master Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Travel Storytelling in Words and Pictures
DESCRIPTION:The insider tips you need to make your articles\, blogs and photos stand out from the crowd!\nTravel isn’t about mileage. It’s about the personal experiences and stories that bring a journey alive. Don’t keep these to yourself. Peter Mandel\, a nationally-known Lowell Thomas Award-winning travel journalist\, will show you easy ways to use words and photography to bring the ‘afterglow’ of a trip to readers and editors — and make your articles\, blogs and pictures stand out from the crowd. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nHow to personalize your writing so you’re the story’s main character;\nHow to use light and color to bring destination photos alive;\nHow to hook readers and editors with your very first sentence;\nHow to market and promote a travel article\, photo essay\, or blog.\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is designed for all levels: from experienced travel writers and photographers to beginners who are new to the craft.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/travel-storytelling-in-words-and-pictures-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Writing Micro Memoir
DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of compression: how to make your life stories compelling.\nWrite your life story as you lived it\, one moment at a time. This interactive workshop teaches writers to distill a moment of change\, conflict\, contradiction\, or mystery to its essence\, so that the impact on the writer resonates profoundly with the reader. We will examine inspiring published examples to learn exactly how the writer moved and entertained us. Using the same tools with which we craft fiction\, this workshop is an excellent learning environment for both genres. We’ll conclude with a review of where to publish. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nHow to write short but resonant anecdotes\nThe disproportionate power of the very small to impact readers\nEconomy of language\nHow to find the metaphor in virtually every experience\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nAny writer interested in learning the art of compression to both improve their writing and as a means for telling stories in easily absorbed moments that move and entertain.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/writing-micro-memoir-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T213000
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SUMMARY:The Practice of Nonfiction Revision
DESCRIPTION:How to take a piece from first draft to submission ready.\nThis class is designed for writers of all levels of experience to help them find the story tapping them on the shoulder right now so they can put it on the page and begin the process of getting it out in the world where it belongs. The first session will focus on germinating new ideas or further exploring existing ones through prompts and discussion. The second is finding joy and harnessing the power of revision. The third and final session focuses on next steps and sharing your work. Writers will leave the class with a start of a new piece of creative nonfiction\, memoir\, or hybrid work. \n\nIn-person class: This workshop will take place at The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh St\, Bethesda MD. \n\nIn this workshop you’ll:\n\nGenerate an idea and Identify the story within it\nStructure\nPacing\nRevision\nConfidence to keep writing\nHow to love the process\n\nTime Requirements\n\nA handful of short selections to read in advance.\n\nMaterials\n\nReading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nFor writers at any stage of their writing journey.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/the-practice-of-nonfiction-revision/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:3 Sessions,All Levels,Nonfiction,The Writer's Center,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Journaling Techniques for Writing Memories
DESCRIPTION:Use your journaling practice to mine your memories for writing projects.\nThis workshop is about the pursuit of insight through writing personal memories. Whether you currently keep a journal or want to start journaling to nurture a consistent writing practice\, in this two-day workshop you will learn journaling techniques that help you recall significant memories and explore the meaning behind those experiences. We will explore how a memoir writer’s journal differs from a regular journal\, how to get your memoir journal started\, and how to work with your captured memories to explore themes and storylines that you are motivated to write about. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nIdea generation\nJournaling techniques\nStory development\nBuilding a writing practice\n\nTime requirements\n\n1-2 hours\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis workshop is for writers who want to identify compelling themes for personal storytelling.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/journaling-techniques-for-writing-memories-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:2 Sessions,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T123000
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SUMMARY:Life Stories Intensive
DESCRIPTION:Discover how your personal story can capture the essence of being human.\nWhether you want to write a memoir\, blog\, letter to your granddaughter\, or use your life as the foundation for fiction\, life story writing requires us to share where we come from and who we are. Consider the feelings of others without allowing this to censor your experience or hinder your writing. Learn to identify your story’s essence\, the truth it reveals\, and how to engage readers through fictional techniques. Participants will leave inspired to start or enhance a work in progress. \n\nLive video conference: This workshop will be held via our online video conferencing platform\, Zoom. You can view brief tutorials on using the platform here. On the start date or the day before\, participants will receive an email with login info (please check your spam if you don’t see it). \n\nIn this workshop you’ll learn:\n\nWhat constitutes the truth in memoir?\nAnecdote vs. Story\nHow to let your experiences illustrate universal truths\n\nTime requirements\n\nNo time required outside of class.\n\nMaterials\n\nAll reading materials will be provided.\n\nWho should take this workshop?\n\nThis overview workshop is designed for beginning and intermediate writers who want to understand the components of life story writing and learn what pitfalls to avoid.\n\n\nIf you need an accommodation for this workshop\, please contact us at access@writer.org. We will attempt to fulfill all requests\, but advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility services.
URL:https://writer.org/event/life-stories-intensive-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,Beginner/Intermediate Level,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Me Myself and I: Understanding Memoir
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is a two-hour seminar for those who want to better understand the genre of memoir and the craft elements required to write it well. In this course we will: Explore the tensions inherent in being author\, narrator\, and subject all at once; Unpack the subjectivity of truth; Commit to treat all characters fairly; Learn to report from the body; Realize why writing the story you can’t bear to share is your gateway; and Examine your obligations to the others about whom you will be writing.
URL:https://writer.org/event/me-myself-and-i-understanding-memoir-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:1 Session,All Levels,Nonfiction,Workshop,Zoom
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