Our Life and Memoir Writing Course is ideal for budding memoirists and, well, anyone with a story to tell...
Take time to reflect on stories from your life and learn what it takes to weave a compelling narrative. Experience the catharsis, perspective and joy of laying your life on the page as you learn to tell real stories with conviction.
No matter your writing experience, you will explore the techniques required to create impressions of events and memories on the page, unlocking the pathways that help you write with confidence and conviction.
With support from our expert, professional non-fiction writer, you will be guided on your narrative journey in a supportive group setting.
You will also have the opportunity to share your work-in-progress with a like-minded group of people.
On our Life and Memoir Writing Course you will:
Non-fiction Writing
All levels, beginner friendly
Pen and paper, notebook, journal or laptop for writing
You will be encouraged to share your work in class and learn from one another. You will also receive friendly feedback throughout this writing course. Students must have a good level of basic written English, as our Autobiography Writing courses course won’t focus on grammar or vocabulary.
Please note: fluency in English is essential for this course. If you have any special requirements please inform our Customer Services Team prior to your course start date so we can ensure we cater for these needs. You can call us on 02070428833 or email info@city-academy.com.
We will be publishing new class dates soon - please register your interest and we will be in touch with more information.
Select your Entry Level:
We will be publishing new class dates soon - please register your interest and we will be in touch with more information.
Select your Entry Level:
You are welcome to join the course up to the second class.
Online – To book your selected class/course online, just click Book Now next to your chosen class/course.
Phone – We would be happy to take your booking over the phone, just call us on 020 7042 8833 .
Cash - You are welcome to pay cash, just come and see us at our office: City Academy, 10 Herbal Hill, London EC1R 5EG.
If you book 2 or more different classes/courses at a time we can offer you a 10% discount. If you wish to take advantage of this offer please enter 2ORMORE in the promotional code box when booking online or quote code when booking over the phone. Please note that this offer cannot be applied when you are booking two or more of the same class/course.
City Academy tutors are experienced artists and performers that work in the industry. If your tutor's availability changes at short notice, our team will arrange for a suitable replacement and notify you in advance.
We offer a full refund or full credit of your original course if you cancel at least 72 hours before the start of your booking.
We cannot offer any refund if you cancel less than 72 hours before the start of your booking, or if you do not attend.
(For more information please see our terms and conditions)
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All City Academy tutors are experienced professionals from theatre, film/TV and performance industries. So whilst they're training you they may also be rehearsing for a West End show or working on a movie. We like that and we do believe it makes a difference in class.
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After you have completed your course - we recommend continuing your journey on one of the following courses:
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