Your Narrative Can Make Universal Connections and Cultural Impact
Narrative Nonfiction can do more than tell a personal story. You can craft a real impact, making stronger connections with your readers, but also by training their brains towards empathy and understanding. By using a few basic craft elements in combination with a specific narrative strategy, we can elicit reader empathy and empower cultural sensitivity.
Make a Connection, Make a Difference
Craft true stories that not only inform—but move.
Nonfiction doesn't have to be cold or clinical. In fact, the most powerful essays, memoirs, and feature articles use the tools of fiction—imagery, voice, narrative tension—to spark empathy and create lasting emotional impact.
In this advanced writing Master Class, you’ll learn how to blend the truth of your lived experience with the imagination of the literary world. Whether you're writing personal essays, creative nonfiction, or narrative journalism, this course will help you elevate your voice, structure compelling stories, and connect more deeply with your readers.
Led by writer, editor, and educator Lisa Hayes-Minney, this course goes beyond grammar and structure to explore the emotional architecture of nonfiction storytelling.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
- How to apply fiction techniques (like setting, character, and dialogue) to nonfiction
- Ways to ethically enhance emotional resonance without distorting facts
- The role of empathy in narrative voice and audience connection
- Strategies for revision that clarify your message and deepen emotional tone
- How to identify, pitch, and polish publishable nonfiction pieces
📘 This Course Includes:
- 6 in-depth video lessons with accompanying writing exercises
- Real-world examples and excerpts from acclaimed nonfiction authors
- Downloadable worksheets for planning and revision
- Instructor feedback on one final draft (included with enrollment)
- Certificate of completion
💡 Ideal For:
- Experienced writers and advanced students of nonfiction
- Memoirists, bloggers, and essayists seeking emotional depth
- Journalists interested in humanizing data-driven stories
- Anyone ready to refine their craft and write with intention and impact
Teacher Review
"I recently attended a Writer's Workshop presented by Lisa and was immensely pleased with my decision. Lisa’s individual critique of one of my pieces was invaluable to me, that day, and going forward in my writing. I am looking forward to attending future events."
Workshop Review
"I would not hesitate to attend any workshop or writing course conducted by Lisa and in fact, would attend this same program again if it were offered. I have recommended her workshop to numerous writing friends.”
Event Review
“I would highly recommend events coordinated and facilitated by Ms. Minney. She is down-to-earth, humorous, and a wealth of knowledge. If you have the opportunity to enroll, by all means, do so quickly before they fill up!”
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