Transforming Autobiography into Fiction

Memoir and fiction writers draw on the same sources for inspiration: experience, observation, and point of view. They use their skills to express private visions in a universal art form. Through a series of writing exercises, participants will re-create their experiences, re-examine their points of view, and use fiction techniques to expand their discoveries into finished work. Everyone will have a chance to read work aloud and gain helpful feedback in a supportive atmosphere. Writers of all levels are welcome.

Enid Powell has led writing workshops for the past twenty years and has published fiction, creative non-fiction, essays, poetry, and a book of short stories. She holds an M.A. in English with a creative writing specialty from the University of Illinois at Chicago.

Materials List
No materials required.

This class is part of the Newberry’s Adult Education Seminars Program.