Shape it: Find Your Memoir's Structure (July 18, 11am - 2pm ET)
In this three-hour, interactive seminar, we’ll build a roadmap for refining your memoir’s structure and arc. You’ll learn how to distinguish between “story” and “situation,” evaluate what material belongs and doesn’t, and identify the ideal structure for conveying your memoir’s themes. Through hands-on exercises and discussion, we’ll focus on ways to refine the scope, hone the arc, and ensure that each section of your memoir is serving the larger themes.
Goals:
Explore different memoir structures—using published memoirs as examples—and find the right fit for your story.
Clarify the deeper “story” beneath the “situation” of your experiences.
Learn how to strengthen your narrative arc, build tension, and sharpen your themes.
Identify which scenes to expand, cut, or rearrange to build momentum and emotional resonance.
Feedback:
There will be ~20 minutes of optional sharing (with on-the-spot feedback from Katie)
Optional, add-on one-on-one coaching session (to discuss writing goals, do live-editing of pages, etc.)
Click “Add to cart” to sign up for the class. Scroll down to add an optional one-on-one coaching session. Then, scroll up and click the cart in the top right to check out.
In this three-hour, interactive seminar, we’ll build a roadmap for refining your memoir’s structure and arc. You’ll learn how to distinguish between “story” and “situation,” evaluate what material belongs and doesn’t, and identify the ideal structure for conveying your memoir’s themes. Through hands-on exercises and discussion, we’ll focus on ways to refine the scope, hone the arc, and ensure that each section of your memoir is serving the larger themes.
Goals:
Explore different memoir structures—using published memoirs as examples—and find the right fit for your story.
Clarify the deeper “story” beneath the “situation” of your experiences.
Learn how to strengthen your narrative arc, build tension, and sharpen your themes.
Identify which scenes to expand, cut, or rearrange to build momentum and emotional resonance.
Feedback:
There will be ~20 minutes of optional sharing (with on-the-spot feedback from Katie)
Optional, add-on one-on-one coaching session (to discuss writing goals, do live-editing of pages, etc.)
Click “Add to cart” to sign up for the class. Scroll down to add an optional one-on-one coaching session. Then, scroll up and click the cart in the top right to check out.
In this three-hour, interactive seminar, we’ll build a roadmap for refining your memoir’s structure and arc. You’ll learn how to distinguish between “story” and “situation,” evaluate what material belongs and doesn’t, and identify the ideal structure for conveying your memoir’s themes. Through hands-on exercises and discussion, we’ll focus on ways to refine the scope, hone the arc, and ensure that each section of your memoir is serving the larger themes.
Goals:
Explore different memoir structures—using published memoirs as examples—and find the right fit for your story.
Clarify the deeper “story” beneath the “situation” of your experiences.
Learn how to strengthen your narrative arc, build tension, and sharpen your themes.
Identify which scenes to expand, cut, or rearrange to build momentum and emotional resonance.
Feedback:
There will be ~20 minutes of optional sharing (with on-the-spot feedback from Katie)
Optional, add-on one-on-one coaching session (to discuss writing goals, do live-editing of pages, etc.)
Click “Add to cart” to sign up for the class. Scroll down to add an optional one-on-one coaching session. Then, scroll up and click the cart in the top right to check out.
In this Zoom coaching session, we’ll discuss whatever needs or questions you have in your writing life. Maybe you’re encountering a craft challenge related to your manuscript. Perhaps you need help brainstorming how to pitch your book or essay. I can also live-edit pages of your memoir or essay. Whatever your needs are, I’m here to help!