Personal Narrative Essentials: How to Publish

Class Description

In this one-day intensive seminar, we’ll examine the ins and outs of publishing personal narrative — both short form works (mainstream personal essays, op-eds, literary and creative nonfiction) and longform works (book-length memoir, narrative nonfiction, etc). We’ll explore resources for finding an agent and examine the range of possibilities for publishing. We’ll look at how to research marketplace information and submission guidelines, and discuss the practical and psychological ramifications of sending your work out there. We’ll look at sample query letters and you’ll have a chance, in class, to draft your own query or pitch letter for any current projects. Come with questions and war stories!

Part of The Personal Narrative Essentials series taught by Ethan Gilsdorf. Take every class in the series or simply choose the craft topics that are relevant to the challenges you face in your work. Classes include:

Personal Narrative Essentials: Finding Your Narrative Arc

Personal Narrative Essentials: Structure and Form

Personal Narrative Essentials: Using Research and Immersion

Personal Narrative Essentials: Playing With Voice

Personal Narrative Essentials: How to Publish

Scholarship Information

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