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Passion Project: How to Turn Your Obsession Into A Book


Heritage A August 25, 2019 10:15 am - 11:15 am

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Sam Chiarelli

Stepping outside of traditional memoir can be daunting. Where to begin? In this session, author Sam Chiarelli will help you learn to transform your muse into a manuscript.

You’ll learn how to create momentum and tension in your work and how to choose a narrative structure that grips readers. You’ll discover how to select a narrative distance and style that will serve your subject. You’ll also get advice on how to incorporate research, personal experiences, historical anecdotes, and interview material into your work.

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