Writing Memoir and Personal Stories Workshop

This interactive and engaging 2-hour workshop focuses on introducing the basics of memoir writing, ethical considerations and prompts to get started.

Designed for adults who are not experienced writers but are willing to share and discuss their ideas.

Facilitated by Dr Julia Evans and Richard Evans these workshops will address:

· Understanding memoir as a genre

· Where and how to start

· The role of research and memory gaps

· The art of storytelling and characters

· Ethical considerations and challenges

· Developing your memoir project

This event is for adults aged 18 years and older and is delivered by 852 Press

Access to free events is only one of the benefits of library membership. If you are not already a library member, please join at https://library.mackay.qld.gov.au/Montage/Join.aspx

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Conditions of Booking

• A ticket is required for each person attending this event

• If any of the attendees booked in feel unwell or if you are unable to attend, please cancel your booking.

• This session may be filmed/photographed, if you do not wish to be filmed, please make it known to our team at the beginning of the session.

• Hearing loops are available for use at our programs and events. If you would benefit from using this technology at an event you attend, please let us know prior to the event.

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• Allow time for travel and parking. You can find information about our library locations at www.mackay.qld.gov.au/contactus

• Access to free events is only one of the benefits of library membership. If you are not already a library member, please join at https://library.mackay.qld.gov.au/Montage/Join.aspx