Session info
We are living in the age of reality hunger – readers love compelling true stories. But how do we choose which ones are worth writing down?
In this workshop Dr Sian Prior, author of Shy: a memoir and Childless: a story of freedom and longing (short-listed for The Age non fiction Book of the Year) will introduce you to some of the key skills and decisions involved in crafting engaging non fiction stories.
Sian has been running writing workshops for two decades, both online and in person, for libraries, universities and community groups.
Topics
- Who is your imagined reader, and what do they need to invest in your story?
- Which writing ‘voice’ (or voices) should you use to tell your story?
- What is the ‘story’ behind your ‘situation’?
- How do you depict vivid ‘characters’ (including real people) on the page?
- What should you avoid when you’re writing about the self?
Option One
- Duration: 120 minutes – Reality Hunger: Writing Compelling True Stories workshop
- Requirements: Whiteboard and whiteboard markers.
- Cost: $600 (No GST)
Option Two
- Duration: Four x 120 minute workshops on Memoir Writing
- Requirements: Whiteboard and whiteboard markers.
- Cost: $2,200 (No GST)
Bookings: https://www.sianprior.com/contact
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