We will look at and discuss the following (and more):
How to tell the historical or emotional truths, but with mercy, respect and while practicing the golden rule.
Placing our family within their historical, social, linguistic and cultural contexts.
How to convey the story’s meaning for you, the writer. Or, “Why are you writing this family story now?”
Writing our family truths with humility and integrity, AKA, practicing “the Willie Nelson rule.”
Up to 48 hours before the workshop - full refund. Within the last 48 hours - 50% refund. No show/no call - no refund.
Áine Greaney is an Irish-born author living on Boston's North Shore. Her nonfiction, fiction and poetry have been published in various outlets, including "The Boston Globe Magazine," "The New York Times," "Creative Nonfiction," "Another Chicago Magazine," "Pulse: Stories from the Heart of Medicine," "KevinMD," "The Journal of Expressive Writing" and many other publications. She's also the author of 4 books. As a trained teacher, she has designed and delivered workshops in various community, academic and healthcare settings. Her fifth book, a collection of short stories set in New England and Ireland, is forthcoming in 2025. www.ainegreaney.com