Intro to the Personal Essay
365.00
You will complete in-class exercises that will allow you to practice what you learn. You’ll present drafts of at least 2 essays to the class (or more, depending on enrollment; 3,000 words maximum per essay); these will be shared ahead of time and will receive oral feedback and optional written feedback from your fellow students, and written and oral feedback from the instructor. Feedback will be designed to guide your drafts for the next revision. By the end of the workshop, you will have completed drafts of 2 essays, and better understood the genre and craft elements of the personal essay. Note: Since the content of personal essays often reflect intimate issues, controversial views, and real-life situations, we will ensure that conversations around the work and its content take place in a safe, supportive, and respectful space.
Class Format
This class will take place using Zoom videoconferencing. About 15 minutes before your class is scheduled to begin, you'll receive an email from your instructor with a link to join the class meeting!
Scholarship Information
Thanks to the excellent literary citizenship of our donors, scholarships are available for all GrubStreet classes. To apply, click the gray "APPLY FOR SCHOLARSHIP" button. In order to be considered for a scholarship, you must complete your application at least one week before the start date of a class. Please await our scholarship committee's decision before registering for the class. We cannot hold spots in classes, so the sooner you apply, the better. Scholarships cannot be applied retroactively.
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Instructor

Previous Students Say
- "Generative"
- "Frequent Deadlines"
- "Inspired Me to Write More"
Elements
- Craft Lessons
- In-Class Writing
- Instructor Feedback
- Workshop
- Reading Homework
- Writing Homework
Genre
- Personal Essay
- Nonfiction
Commitment Level
MediumShare


