Memoirs are the backstairs of history
- George Meredith -
This masterclass is designed for writers who have already done the hard work of writing a first draft of their memoir.
Within a small group, you'll learn how to honestly assess the strengths of the work you've done so far, and the weaknesses of your manuscript. You'll learn how to effectively analyse your manuscript, focus your rewriting and editing, and produce a more polished final product.
Taught by award-winning writer and teacher, Dr Nike Bourke, this masterclass focuses on turning your manuscript into a work of memory, into a work of art. You will also receive personalised feedback on up to 5000 words you submit beforehand.
WHAT'S INCLUDEDThe memoir masterclass includes all tuition materials, morning tea and lunch. Also included is complimentary feedback on 5000 words you submit prior to the workshop.WHENThe workshop runs from 10:00am until 4:00pm on Wednesday 23 June, 2010WHEREOlvar Wood Writers Retreat is a beautiful 20-acre bushland retreat in the sunshine Coast hinterland - about an hour and a half drive north of Brisbane. Detailed driving directions will be sent to you when you book.COSTThe cost of the day-long memoir masterclass is $110.00 per person, including morning tea, lunch, and all tuition materials.
QWC, ACTWC, Gold Coast Writers and NRWC members receive a 10% discount.
BOOKINGSYou can book and pay online using the Paypal button below, or contact us by phone or email:
5445 9222
Olvar Wood Writers Retreat. Queensland, Australia