We’ve all heard the old adage “show don’t tell” but how can we best do so in memoir? You can draw readers into your story with specific details, the right dialogue (what is said, what is withheld), and dramatic tension. Through the combination of readings and prompts, participants will discover how best to write engaging memoir. This class is ideal for writers just getting started with their memoirs, those feeling stuck in the middle (or powering through!), and for those in the revision stage.