On Writing Memoir: A Tool Box For Craft & Storytelling

On Writing Memoir: A Tool Box For Craft & Storytelling

$535.00

$525 for personal check or  Venmo – “write” 

Fall Session: Thursdays, Oct. 3, 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 7-9 pm EST (8 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 with story juice. 

What’s story juice? The power of a narrative thread. The cable that runs through. The deep truth.

The process and story structure of writing 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 & storytelling craft skills
  • awareness of your creative process 
  • at least 4 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
  • a kind, nurturing community
  • readings 
  • playback recordings
  • weekly Q&A
  • additional one-on-one reading, editing, and story structure support available at a 10% discount 

Session Dates

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

Rate:

$535. Click the link below to pay by PayPal or credit card (includes a 3% cc fee)

$525. 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
  • Free! Creative Space – a virtual community workspace, Thursdays, Noon-1 pm.

Refund Policy

If you need to withdraw from the course after the first or second class, and you notify the instructor within 48 hours of your decision, you are eligible for a partial refund.

Refunds are calculated by subtracting:
• The cost of any classes attended or recordings received
• A $50 administrative fee

Please note: No refunds will be issued after two classes have been attended or recordings received.

Upcoming:

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