Where to begin? That’s the question memoirists are faced with at the beginning of a project. Whether your story spans years, months, or days, the opening pages of the book must capture the reader. In this workshop, we’ll look at a range of “beginnings”—considering the various styles, strategies, and approaches writers use to bring the reader into the world of their book. The week will involve a range of reading and writing exercises, as well as time dedicated to workshopping. Overall, you can expect to be writing a lot and reading a lot. The class will be useful for those just starting out, those with a project in mind, and those already in process. 

In this workshop, we will generate new writing through guided exercises and prompts; offer feedback/first impressions on writing you produce in our week.