Topic: Writing A Memoir
Our guest speaker is Beth Farrar, author of the Ellen McLellan Genealogy Mystery series of novels, will be speaking to us from Canada on 'Writing a Memoir', including the following topics:
- Why write a memoir?
- Introducing the different styles of memoir
- How to make gathering information easier using a Timeline
- How important photographs and diaries are in remembering your past
- How her own genealogy research has helped her writing the Ellen McLellan Genealogy series of novels
Beth will be happy to share, chat and discuss all aspects of Memoir writing.
For those joining The Writing Group for the first time and who wish to join Basecamp, please contact SAG at: admin@sag.org.au
About The Writing Group:
Are you interested in writing about your family history but need a bit more motivation or encouragement?
Come along to The Writing Group and work on your writing skills in a fun and supportive atmosphere. The group meets via Zoom on the second Thursday of each month and has a varied program of activities and speakers designed to help you progress your project/s - whatever style of writing you are interested in!
In addition to the group meetings, there is an optional forum utilising the Basecamp website where group attendees can discuss writing projects and share ideas between meetings.
Come and join us, new attendees are always welcome.
Skill Level: All
Group Leads: Elizabeth Capelin & Emily Purser
