Masterclass
Writing Memoir with Nathan Dunne
Jun 22nd, 2026 • 3pm - 4pm EDT
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📚 Overview
If you're hoping to turn your personal story into a successful memoir, you need to shape it into a narrative that will resonate with readers. And if you’re looking to traditionally publish your book, writing is only the beginning. From there, you’ll need to pitch your project, find an agent who aligns with your goals, and advocate for your story throughout the publishing process.
Join critically-acclaimed memoirist Nathan Dunne, author of When Nothing Feels Real, as he unpacks the full process of producing a bestselling memoir, from writing the first draft to publishing it with an award-winning publisher. You’ll walk away with a comprehensive understanding of not only how to write your memoir, but also get it onto the shelves.
Schedule
3pm - 4pm EDT
Writing Memoir with Nathan Dunne
In this masterclass, you will learn:
- How to turn your personal story into a structured narrative
- Practical steps for pitching your memoir
- Insider tips about the memoir publication process
Following the masterclass there will be a live Q&A with Nathan where you can ask any questions about writing or publishing your memoir.
Speakers
Nathan Dunne
Author and Journalist
Nathan Dunne is the author of When Nothing Feels Real (Murdoch Books, 2025), a mental-health memoir. After graduating from the University of Sydney with the University Medal, he studied art history at Cambridge University and received a PhD from Birkbeck College, University of London. He has lectured at Harvard and Yale, and also worked for several years at Tate Modern. As a journalist, he has written for The Washington Post, The Atlantic, The Boston Globe, The Guardian and Artforum.
