Topic: Flash Stories
Next meeting we return to the very short form stories we regularly share in the group (flash stories).
If you can join us, and don't have a piece waiting in the wings for the next opportunity to share, please get writing now so we have many to share in the meeting.
A few themes have been suggested, so pick whichever fires your imagination. You can post it into a relevant folder in Basecamp or just bring along to read next meeting.
The general rule: 200-300 words, paint a scene with words, featuring something/someone of significance to you, eg:
· an ancestor of doing something in a place and time your words help us see and understand
· an object with significance to your family - something you inherited and/or you want to pass on. Tell its story – what is it, how did you get it, what does it mean to you… if you are going to gift it one day, what would you want the receiver to know about it?
· something that was part of your generation but that young people today don’t use or even know existed… an object that no-one uses anymore and that a child today may not have even seen before: an old-style phone, a picture rail, even a bar of soap
· a house you lived in, live in now, or visited a lot… what’s interesting about it, does it have an interesting history? How does it make you feel? What do you want the next owner to know about it?
· an occupation that no longer exists (or unexpectedly does still exist!)
We’ll also discuss the value of writing and sharing shorter pieces.
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
