With warm days approaching, I look forward to welcoming new students at the Cambridge Center for Adult Education in the summer. The following is a list of classes I am offering.
MULTI-WEEK:
In Short: The Art of Flash Essay
8 Wednesdays, 7-8:30PM Begins June 17th, 2026 (IN-PERSON) Details & Registration
Compelling flash essays capture dramatic moments in our lives, which leave lasting impressions like a shooting star or a meteor strike. Flash essays are concise and contain profound revelations. This writing-intensive course will deepen your appreciation of this innovative genre. We will experiment with story structure, drawing inspiration from narrative and hermit crab essays, and launch into our own. Everyone will have an opportunity to share and receive feedback. Writers of all levels are welcome.
Writing in Curves: Creative Nonfiction Workshop
8 Mondays, 6-8PM Begins June 22nd, 2026 (IN-PERSON) Details & Registration
Step into one of the most exciting genres in contemporary literature: creative nonfiction. Drawing inspiration from life’s ups and downs and the vast landscape of in-betweens, we will read and write personal essays. Each week, we will focus on different elements of craft, exploring topics fundamental to compelling essays, such as persona and narrative arcs. Students can develop one or several essays. Everyone will have an opportunity to workshop at least twice. Writers of all levels are welcome. We will come together in an encouraging and supportive space.
HALF-DAY WORKSHOPS:
Memoir, Personal Essay & Beyond: Creative Nonfiction Crash Course
Saturday, June 20th, 2026, 10-12:30PM (IN-PERSON) Details & Registration
To write compelling true stories (nonfiction), you need to familiarize yourself with the basics of imaginative writing (creative), including character, voice, exposition, plot, imagery, and detail. We will read memoir excerpts, personal essays, flash, and micro-essays to gain a deeper appreciation of this innovative genre. The class includes guided writing prompts and discussion.
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