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Does anyone adapt the fiction rule for memoir/personal essay writings?

by Admin4Site | Aug 13, 2024 | Finessing and Improving

Hello Everyone, Let me clarify – I LOVE the ‘all is fiction’ rule. It has kept my groups and my writers safe, adventurous and free for 16 years already! And it has prevented us from descending into ‘therapy’ on many occasions. However,...

Learning to lead trauma informed writing workshop

by Admin4Site | Aug 13, 2024 | Resources, Trauma Informed Workshops

Hello! I’m interested in expanding my skill set as a facilitator and diving deeper into how to lead trauma-informed writing workshops. I have substantial knowledge of interpersonal violence from previous work experiences, but I’ve never led a writing group...

Books about writing memoir

by Admin4Site | Aug 13, 2024 | Resources, Writing Life

Hi, A writer in my group asked for suggestions for the best books on writing memoir. Does anyone have any memoir craft books they love? Thanks! Susan Wallach Participant (68.198.235.203)  

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