In this class, for experienced writers of non-fiction and memoir, our subject will be the essay and ways in which it allows us to watch what Philip Lopate calls the mind at work. Freed from the expectations of traditional narrative, essays invite readers to follow along as a writer explores answers to a question. Our topics will include voice, structure, and shaping your content as we move towards the heart of your subject matter. Each student will have a draft of up to 20 pages workshopped twice. 

Prerequisite: one intermediate or advanced class, or permission of instructor. 

Note: This workshop will NOT be meeting on Thanksgiving, 11/28.

https://www.lighthousewriters.org/workshop/8-week-lakewood—advanced-essay?session=1842