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Crafting Personal Narratives: Essay Writing About Yourself & Your Family

Open notebook set against a dark purple background with graphic and photorealistic elements; a headshot of teaching artist Priyanka Mattoo and the cover of her book, “Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones."

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Thursday, August 29
6-7:15 PM ET

virtual event; open to the public
including all mentees, mentors & alum

What makes a personal essay resonate? How do I write about my family without ticking them off? And where do I even begin?

Join the brilliant Priyanka Mattoo, author of “Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones,” as she guides us through her exploration of family, identity, and the impact of history on the present.

Engage in thought-provoking writing prompts and conversations about the inspiration, themes, and creative process behind the memoir.

Date August 29, 2024
Time 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM EDT
Event Types Salon Series
Open to Alumni, General Public, Mentees And Mentors
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Priyanka Mattoo

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Priyanka Mattoo is the author of the memoir Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones (Knopf, June 2024). She was formerly an…
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Priyanka Mattoo

Priyanka Mattoo is the author of the memoir Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones (Knopf, June 2024). She was formerly an…

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Open notebook set against a dark purple background with graphic and photorealistic elements; a headshot of teaching artist Priyanka Mattoo and the cover of her book, “Bird Milk & Mosquito Bones."
Thu 29
Salon Series Thursday, August 29 – 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM EDT

Crafting Personal Narratives: Essay Writing About Yourself & Your Family

REGISTER HERE

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Writing Salons