Writing As Transformative Storytelling

Writing As Transformative Storytelling

$400.00

$395 for personal check or  Venmo – “write” 

Summer Session: Thursdays, June 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 7-9 pm EST (6 weeks)

Do you want to dive into the process of writing your personal story, memoir, or micro-memoir?

This memoir writing workshop will help you write the essential stories of your life. 

The biggest challenge with writing? The process and story structure can be mysterious and confusing.

But if you want to live up to something inside that says “Write!” you must.

In this course, you will receive:

  • writing and storytelling craft skills
  • awareness of your creative process 
  • at least 2 new writing pieces that you love

We will study examples of personal essays, micro-memoirs, memoirs, and essential beats of storytelling. 

How do we craft a story vs. write a stream of consciousness?

Where to begin and end a story?

How do we structure and edit something we’ve lived?

Enjoy:

  • writing & storytelling tools
  • accessing themes that matter most to you
  • your voice & style
  • editorial and revision support

What participants appreciate most:

  • 1:1 writing coaching & feedback 
  • constructive editorial feedback in class on 2-3 pages of work
  • the nurturing, encouragement of the community
  • readings 
  • playback recordings
  • weekly Q&A
  • option for 50-minute one-on-one at a substantial discount*

Session Dates

Sessions are held via Zoom on Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 PM EST.

Rate:

$400. Click the link below to pay by PayPal or credit card (includes a 3% cc fee)

$395. Students send a personal check or  Venmo – “write” 

Payment plan available.

Students currently enrolled in the memoir course receive 10% off:

  • 50-minute, one-on-one writing coaching sessions (during the course)
  • creative development & editorial readings (1-12 pages)
  • story structure work

Policy: If a participant needs to drop the class, having paid full tuition, they receive the remaining credit towards a future class (minus $80 per class attended) to be used within 6 months. No refunds after attending two classes.

Upcoming:

Summer Session: June 19, 26, July 3, 10, 17, 24, 7-9 pm EST (6 weeks)

Fall Session: Oct. 3, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 7-9 pm EST (8 weeks)

Description

Jennifer’s feedback and writing coaching is deeply moving. I felt truly seen and understood through sharing my story with her, and gained the ability to see my own Self as a protagonist, and the people in my life as characters with depth and their own longings and struggles.

 

Jennifer’s classes and one-on-one writing coaching is something truly special. She is a loving guide, and a compassionate guide. She encouraged and guided me to find my voice. The moment you start her course you will be a writer and she will listen to your words with respect and kindness, knowing every word written is a little window to your soul. I highly recommend any course or workshop, really any activity, lead by Jennifer!

 

Jennifer’s memoir writing class was transformational for both my writing and my life (and my writing life!). She created a safe space from the very first moment, setting clear expectations and boundaries that made everything flow effortlessly. 

The readings, discussions, and the writing prompts were designed to facilitate authentic, deep writing that I had no idea was in me. And it wasn’t just me! The writing that came from my fellow classmates was rich and deep. I wanted to listen to everyone’s stories and share my own.”

– Karen Maloy Johnson