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
January 24
1 Saturday, (Pacific Time)

10:00am - 1:00pm

Berkeley, CA

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
February 26 - April 02
6 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Berkeley, CA

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
January 19 - March 23
9 Weeks

All Day

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
December 03 - December 17
3 Wednesdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

San Francisco, CA

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
December 14
1 Sunday, (Pacific Time)

10:00am - 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
November 03 - December 15
6 Mondays, (Pacific Time)

7:00pm - 9:30pm

Berkeley, CA

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
October 16 - December 18
9 Thursdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

Your Story, Your Life: Memoir & Personal Essays

“By writing memoir and personal essays, we give form to our histories and make something of meaning and beauty that is uniquely ours,” says instructor Katharine Harer. "I love this genre because you can be yourself, complete with your idiosyncrasies, strong opinions, flashes of wisdom and crazy moments... more
September 23 - October 21
5 Tuesdays, (Pacific Time)

6:30pm - 9:00pm

San Francisco, CA