The memoirist’s lived experience provides the raw material for their writing. But how do you shape that material into something greater than a series of recollections? How do you craft a cohesive, compelling narrative arc from messy and possibly long ago events, and the quiet moments our lives often turn on?

Join author Ashley Kalagian Blunt for a practical workshop filled with writing exercises, analysis of memoir extracts and discussion.

You’ll learn strategies for getting your first draft down and approaches for tackling the serious task of revision, including what narrative structure is and how it works when writing from real life. By the end, you’ll have new insights into the craft of memoir, and a variety of tools and resources to support you.

Friday 15 March, 9.30am – 12.30pm at Manly Library*
Tuesday 19 March, 9.30am – 12.30pm at Glen Street Library

*Updated location

$10.00 + booking fee

Limited spaces, bookings essential.

Tea, coffee and pastries will be provided. 15 minutes allocated break.

Bring along your notebook & pen or laptop.

Enquiries: 8495 5028 or libraryprograms@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au

Contact the host of Seniors Festival: Introduction to Memoir Writing