In this intimate workshop, Angie Abdou will explore the unique challenges of memoir writing. How do you write about family (about children, about parents, about spouses) while respecting their autonomy and privacy? In a narrative form that relies so much on candid honesty, how does a writer decide where to draw the curtain and protect intimate family details from the eyes of the writer? When does the work warrant going deep into personal lives? How does a writer make these decisions – to serve the book while also honouring the family? Through a mix of exercises, examples, and theory, this workshop will explore strategies for immersing readers in vivid scenes and building emotional investment in a story. Bring a pen and paper!

The Matrix Hotel is wheelchair accessible.