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The Muse and the Marketplace begins this Friday, May 10! Attendee schedules are now frozen for printing; if you did not sign up for sessions in advance or wish to make a change, never fear: you’ll be able to join sessions on the fly as well by checking in with the Session Manager at the door. For completely full sessions, the Session Manager will use their discretion on whether additional seating and/or standing room will be available per fire code. We cannot wait to host you at the Boston Park Plaza for an incredible weekend ahead!
Friday, May 10 • 10:30am - 11:30am
Finding Your Memoir: Tips and Strategies to Get Started
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Committing to writing a memoir can be a daunting thought. But what if the process could be narrowed down to a few concrete approaches? In this session, we'll look at three key aspects of developing a book-length memoir: identifying your central question--What is driving you to write this, and what are you trying to figure out by doing so?; locating key turning points that move the story along; and considering a possible takeaway for your reader--which will enable you to clarify the theme or through-line that runs through your story. In addition to a brief craft talk, you will complete two short writing exercises designed to help you move forward with your memoir projects.
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Judah Leblang

Judah Leblang is a Boston-based writer, teacher, and storyteller. He is the author of two memoirs, Finding My Place, (Lake Effect Press, 2012), and Echoes of Jerry (Red Giant Books, 2019). His essays and commentaries have been broadcast on 200 NPR and ABC radio stations. He teaches... Read More →

Friday May 10, 2024 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Charles River
  Nonfiction

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