How to Write an Autobiography,
Life Story or Memoir
Sounds intimidating, doesn't it? It doesn't have to--join a workshop and learn how to write an autobiography, life story or memoir. Our workshops offer:
Instruction on storytelling and writing tools and techniques - Memory-prompting exercises, to get stories flowing
- Enjoyable discussions and idea sharing
- Sharing of writing "homework"
- A peer group to support and encourage you
What happens in a workshop?
Our workshops introduce a theme each week. We explore the theme in discussion, questions and fun exercises. You leave with an assigment to write a one to three page story from your life on that theme.
The next week, you will have time to listen to and share stories in a small, friendly group setting. This gives you feedback, direction and support as you write your stories.
Who are these "How to Write an Autobiography,
Life Story or Memoir" workshops designed for?
Honestly, they are designed for any adult who is willing to listen to, write and share stories from their life. You do not need to be a writer--you just need to be willing to draft your stories in your words.
What if my stories aren't very interesing or if I don't write very well?
Part of our focus is exploring ways to find and enhance your most fascinating stories. You will discover that you have no shortage of interesting things to say!
One thing you can do that no other person cand do is write in your voice! We will explore basic ways to make your writing better, but our true focus is on saving and sharing your stories, in you own story-telling style or voice.
What kind of themes do we explore?
Each workshop will vary a bit according to the interest of the participants, we generally cover:
- Your relationship with family members
- Your life's turning points
- Your life's work or avocation
- Your health and body
- Goals and aspirations
- Moving forward
Where and when are the workshops?
How much do they cost?
Two workshops are currently scheduled; more will come in 2009.
Our Tuesday afternoon workshop at the Mason Community Center in Mason OH starts Tuesday, November 4. The full schedule is:
- Meeting 1: Tuesday, November 4, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 2: Tuesday, November 11, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 3: Tuesday, November 18, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 4: Tuesday, December 2, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 5: Tuesday, December 9, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 6: Tuesday, December 16, 2-4 PM
Our Wednesday afternoon workshop at Twin Towers in College Hill starts Wednesday, November 5. The full schedule is:
- Meeting 1: Wednesday, November 5, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 2: Wednesday, November 12, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 3: Wednesday, November 19, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 4: Wednesday, December 3, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 5: Wednesday, December 10, 2-4 PM
- Meeting 6: Wednesday, December 17, 2-4 PM
The fee is $100 for the six-week course.
How do I sign up?
Click here to download and print a workshop registration page.
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