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“Have you always wanted to write but are stumped by the way to tell your own story?” asks instructor Jennifer Lewis. “In this remote class, by exploring different types of creative nonfiction, including personal essay, memoir and autofiction, you will find the unique way to bring your story to life.”

In addition to course readings from authors like Maggie Nelson, Kiese Laymon and Ocean Vuong, class will be comprised of generative writing exercises and workshops. Students will learn how to combine real-world facts and personal anecdotes with literary elements such as character development, dialogue and scene.

Jennifer says, “In a playful manner, we will allow form to dictate content, and as Brenda Miller states, ‘By doing so, we get out of our own way; we bypass what our intellectual minds have already determined as ‘our story’ and instead become open and available to unexpected images, themes and memories.’”

In a safe and supportive environment, this class will expose you to the many ways your story can unfold, and it will open you up to the unexpected. Come see why creative nonfiction has become the most popular genre in the literary and publishing communities.

 

About The Writing Salon's Remote Classes

You will be able to participate in live class meetings via Zoom videoconference. To attend classes, you'll need a phone, tablet or computer and access to the internet. You can participate in the class from wherever you'd like, whether on your living room couch or in your office. Before your class meets, you'll receive an email from The Writing Salon with more information about Zoom and your remote class. If you have any questions about remote learning, please don't hesitate to reach out to us at hello@writingsalons.com.

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Schedule
  1. Live Zoom Meeting: Sunday, July 31, 2:00pm-4:30pm
  2. Live Zoom Meeting: Sunday, August 07, 2:00pm-4:30pm
  3. Live Zoom Meeting: Sunday, August 14, 2:00pm-4:30pm
  4. Live Zoom Meeting: Sunday, August 21, 2:00pm-4:30pm
  5. Live Zoom Meeting: Sunday, August 28, 2:00pm-4:30pm
Reviews
  • Jennifer was an awesome instructor. She was very supportive and encouraging, and directed us towards amazing creative nonfiction literature. I appreciated that the "homework" wasn't heavy, and was more focused on experimentation, rather than getting anything perfect. The whole experience definitely made me want to take more courses from Jennifer and from the Writing Salon.

    Michelle C.
  • This class felt encouraging, yet challenging. Jennifer Lewis cared about each student and I felt that it allowed me to take bold steps as a writer.

    Johan Q.
  • Jennifer had excellent, thought provoking exercises every session. She also really fostered an environment that engaged everyone.

    Heather S.

Details

Start:
Sunday, July 31, 2022 @ 9:00 pm PDT
End:
Sunday, August 28, 2022 @ 11:30 pm PDT
Cost:
$310.00
Event Categories:
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Website:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84744767749

Organizer

Jennifer Lewis
Email
jennifer@redlightlit.com

Venue

Online (SF Zoom)
Online
Live Remote Meetings, ZOOM
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Cancellation Policy

10 days or more before the start date for a class, the registrant will receive a credit minus a 10% fee OR a refund minus a 20% fee.

3-9 days before the start date for a class, the registrant will receive a credit minus a 20% fee OR a refund minus a 30% fee.

2 days or less before the start date for a class, the registrant will not receive a credit or a refund.

The Writing Salon cannot offer refunds, credits, or makeup sessions for classes a student might miss.

In the event of an emergency, we may consider a refund or credit, whether partial or full. We review these requests on a case-by-case basis, and we ask that you notify us as near as possible to the start date for the class.

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