Very soon after retiring I searched the UCLA Extension catalog for memoir writing classes. The closest thing was “The Art of the Personal Essay” taught by Samantha Dunn, who had published two very lively and well-written memoirs. I signed up for the course, read all 3 of her books and very much looked forward to working with her. It was the first group of new people I engaged with in my new status as a speechless person. I used my iPad text-to-speech app and my little Bluetooth speaker to participate in class discussions. She was an inspiring teacher. I loved the class.
Links to the pieces I wrote:
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