Using Micro Memoirs to Tell Your Story

WRITING 761.11E

Dive into writing "micro memoirs" of 300 words or fewer to explore your lived experiences.

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What you can learn.

  • Learn to incorporate micro memoir into a full-length project
  • Study examples from bestselling memoirists who have mastered the technique
  • Get tips on how to start writing micro memoirs right away
  • Add another tool to your writer's toolbox to expand your literary horizons

About this course:

Micro memoirs (300 words or less) are growing in popularity and offer an opportunity for more, not less. You’ll learn how this short but versatile form can help you shine a light on your lived experiences, with tips on how to begin writing micro right away. You’ll learn how to incorporate your work into a full-length memoir or creative nonfiction project while studying examples from bestselling memoirists who have mastered this highly effective storytelling form. If you’ve been struggling with telling your story or are curious about new and innovative forms, this is a great time to add micro memoirs to your writer’s toolbox.

Spring 2024 Schedule

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Saturday 10:00AM - 11:30AM PT
Future Offering (Opens May 04, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Darien Hsu Gee
396713
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Location: UCLA X Open
Notes

Enrollment opens two weeks prior to the event. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

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Time
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Sat May 18, 2024
10:00AM PT - 11:30AM PT
UCLA X Open

Summer 2024 Schedule

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Saturday 10:00AM - 11:30AM PT
Future Offering (Opens June 29, 2024 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Darien Hsu Gee
398575
Live Onlineformat icon
Location: UCLA X Open
Notes

Enrollment opens two weeks prior to the event. Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.

Course Requirements

Internet access required to retrieve course materials.

Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Online
Sat Jul 13, 2024
10:00AM PT - 11:30AM PT
UCLA X Open
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