Nonfiction Archives - The Writing Salon

Intro to Creative Nonfiction: Let Your Story Unfold

“Have you always wanted to write but are stumped by the way to tell your own story?” asks instructor Jennifer Lewis. “In this remote class, by exploring different types of creative nonfiction, you will find the unique way to bring your story to life”... more

Instructor: Jennifer Lewis

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Write from Real Life: Personal Essays and Memoirs

In this remote class you will plunge into the personal themes that make your real life stories uniquely yours. In the first half of this class, instructor Alison Luterman will give you writing exercises carefully designed to elicit the undertones and overtones that elevate events and anecdotes into the realm of art... more

Instructor: Alison Luterman

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Discover Creative Nonfiction

Your life is full of stories worth telling—moments that shimmer with meaning, people who've left their mark, experiences that won't let you go. In Discover Creative Nonfiction, you’ll learn how to turn those stories into engaging narratives that come alive on the page... more

Instructor: Lauren Krauze

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

From Memories to Memoirs: The Moments That Make Your Story

In this 3-hour class, through writing prompts carefully chosen by David, you’ll pinpoint the memories that drive you to the page, ones that thrill, haunt, and comfort you. You’ll write, reflect, and write some more... more

Instructor: David Jacobson

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Creative Nonfiction Workshop: Shape Your True Story

“Have you started drafting a nonfiction story and now crave fresh insight?” asks instructor Ann Guy. “In this supportive workshop, thoughtful feedback will help you clarify your intentions, refine your drafts, and bring your true story to life... more

Instructor: Ann Guy

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Fiction and Creative Nonfiction Mentorship with Junse Kim

In this remote mentorship, through reflections on your own fiction or creative nonfiction pieces, craft-focused readings of published works, and Junse’s feedback on your work in progress, you will develop your craft application skills and hone your critical analysis... more

Instructor: Junse Kim

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

Writing Plot: Finding Your Story’s Driving Force

In this 3-week intensive, we'll move beyond surface thrills to uncover what truly drives engaging narratives in both fiction and nonfiction. Through craft lessons, writing prompts, and group discussions, we'll discover how to create plots that resonate with readers and keep them invested in a story... more

Instructor: Shelby Hinte

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm

From Memories to Memoirs: The Moments That Make Your Story

In this 3-hour class, through writing prompts carefully chosen by David, you’ll pinpoint the memories that drive you to the page, ones that thrill, haunt, and comfort you. You’ll write, reflect, and write some more... more

September 20

1 Saturday, (Pacific Time)

10:00am - 1:00pm

Berkeley, CA

Writing from the Core: Finding the Emotional Truth in Nonfiction

“Great nonfiction isn’t just about conveying facts—it’s about making readers feel,” says instructor Ray Hsu. In this 5-week class, you’ll uncover and amplify the emotional heart of your stories, learning how to shape personal narratives that resonate for readers... more

September 23 - October 21

5 Tuesdays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

Your Singular Life

“Writing memoir is like being a miner, shining a light into the nooks and crannies of our lives,” says instructor Katharine Harer. “We think we know what we'll find, but we're often surprised by the depth and complexity we uncover... more

Instructor: Katharine Harer

February 22 - March 22

5 Sundays, (Pacific Time)

10:30am - 1:00pm