Using Micro Memoirs to Tell Your Story
Using Micro Memoirs to Tell Your Story
WRITING 761.11E
Dive into writing micro memoirs of 300 words or fewer to explore your lived experiences.
Duration
As few as 1 day
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0.0
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Live Online
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Learn to incorporate micro memoirs into full-length projects
Study examples from bestselling memoirists who have mastered the technique
Get tips on how to start writing micro memoirs right away
Add another tool to your writer's toolbox to expand your literary horizons
About This Course
Discover the power of brevity with micro memoirs, a thriving literary form that packs a punch in 300 words or less. We'll explore how these concise narratives can illuminate your life experiences in profound and impactful ways. You'll gain practical tips on how to start crafting your own micro memoirs and learn strategies for integrating these compact stories into larger memoir or creative nonfiction projects, drawing inspiration from bestselling authors who have mastered this potent storytelling technique.
Spring 2026 Schedule
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Saturday 12:00PM - 1:30PM PT
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408015
Live Online
UCLA X Open
Notes
Enrollment limited; early enrollment advised. Visitors not permitted. Internet access required.
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
Schedule
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Date
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Location
Online
Sat Apr 25, 2026
12:00PM PT - 1:30PM PT
UCLA X Open
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