Is there a letter you’ve always wanted to write but didn’t dare? What would you say in a letter to your younger self? Is there someone missing from your life who you wish you could correspond with?
Letters can communicate emotions, explain actions, reveal secrets, and help to heal wounds. In this two hour workshop, we will explore the therapeutic pleasures of ‘epistolary’ (letter) writing. We’ll also look at some examples of published authors who have employed letter writing as a device, and analyse what makes a memorable missive.
Dr Sian Prior is the author of two non fiction books: ‘Shy: a memoir’ and ‘Childless: a story of freedom and longing’ (shortlisted for The Age Book of the Year). She taught in RMIT’s Professional Writing and Editing course for two decades and runs writing workshops for community groups and libraries. She has been a regular columnist for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald, and an ABC radio presenter. Her aim is to encourage participants to develop regular life-writing practices to help them cope with the emotional and physical challenges in their lives. No previous writing experience is required.
Duration: 120 minutes
Requirements: Screen for Powerpoint Presentation; whiteboard and whiteboard markers.
Cost: $550 (no GST)
Bookings: https://www.sianprior.com/contact
[Post sponsored by Dr Sian Prior]