4-Week Writing Course
3 hour class | 12 hours total, plus editing | Fee: $500
Saturday morning 9.30am-12.30pm
17th May-7th June 2025 at The Erina Centre & live online
Do you have a life story you’d like to set down? An event; a discovery; a moment in time?
There’s a special satisfaction that comes from capturing a true story and sharing it with others. It’s an act of defiance and joy.
In this 4-week course, you'll explore how writers play with language, imagery and scenes to create compelling narratives. You'll learn how to weave facts, feelings and reflections to build a vivid short story that speaks from the heart.
Hosted by author Adrienne Ferreira, you'll be guided to develop your own 2,000 word true story with group feedback and individual mentoring from Adrienne.
With a focus on structure and voice, you’ll be encouraged to draft and dive deeper into your subject to create a powerful short story that moves others.
Course Outcomes
Understand how an anecdote is different to a story.
Identify the bigger themes so that your story conveys something meaningful.
Enjoy readings and discussions of some great nonfiction short stories.
Develop your own story up to 2,000 words, with feedback and editing.
Achieve clarity and form in your writing.
Understand how true stories shimmer with life and move others.