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During this weekend, we will explore approaches to life writing through a combination of examples, discussions and practical exercises to discover forms most appropriate to unique and individual stories. Autobiography? Memoir? Reportage? Family history? Life writing can provide a singular perspective on dramatic events, as well as insight into history, society and the human relationships that underpin them. The writer's intimate connection to the material can add a new and resonant dimension to a reader's experience.
Topics will include: finding the universal in the particular; the 'I' of autobiographical writing and what it means to be true to someone's story; creating characters and places; descriptive techniques; using voices and dialogue to create scenes; developing acts, arcs and narrative potential through the dynamics of structure and plot; how to use contextual research to add depth and understanding.
Life writing is often emotionally and psychologically demanding, occasionally cathartic but always challenging. The aim of the course is ultimately to bring out the stories lurking in all of us and to share them in an open, supportive and participatory environment.
The Grange on the Isle of Wight has been awarded four star guest accommodation by the AA and receives TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence year after year. Meet like-minded new friends and explore your potential with inspirational, skilled facilitators who will support you. Do as much or as little as you choose.
Your course weekend includes six hours of tuition across two days. This leaves plenty of time to explore the island on coastline walks or enjoy health and beauty treatments (book in advance). The holidays and courses operate in accordance with any government guidelines for hospitality.
Friday
16.00: Arrivals
18.30: Welcome
19.30: Dinner
Saturday
08.00 to 9.30: Breakfast
10.30 to 12.30: Course
13.00: Lunch
16.30: Afternoon Tea
17.00 to 19.00: Course
19.30: Dinner
Sunday
08.00 to 9.30: Breakfast
10.30 to 12.30: Course
13.00: Lunch
Holidays are inclusive of breakfast, lunch and dinner, tailored to dietary requirements.
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