Learning To Unveil Your Story With Julia and Richard Evans

Review from Hannah McNamara

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We ventured along to the Writing Memoir and Personal Stories Workshop last Saturday, presented by power couple Dr Julia Evans, director of 852Press, and author Richard Evans.
During the inspiring workshop the pair shared their insights and top tips on how to write a unique memoir or personal story.
Julia and Richard were a delight to learn from and delivered a highly informative, yet encouraging lesson that at multiple times had the audience in giggles.
Throughout the workshop, attendees were given a booklet with handy prompts and questions surrounding specific topics, creating an opportunity for attendees to follow along in further depth and expand their knowledge when continuing their own story.
In a nut shell, Julia emphasised that while there are certain rules and regulations around publishing, there are no restrictions when writing your life story and that your most memorable moments in life can become a legacy for future generations to come.
Richard shared that the most powerful way to write a memoir, is to show the readers, rather than tell them and while you may not have structure or a plan to your story just yet, continue to write anyway so that you can remember down the track and compose it at a later date.
Their welcoming presence, coupled with a straight-to-the-point approach in an uplifting manner kept the audience intrigued for the duration of two hours before the session came to a close.
Without a doubt, the audience left feeling encouraged and ready to kickstart their novel, thanks to the wonderful hosts.
To discover more of Julia and Richard Evans, visit 852Press.com.au 

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The free Writing Memoir and Personal Stories Workshop was held at the Mackay Dudley Denny Library.

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