Writing Your Personal Narrative

Writing Your Personal Narrative is a welcoming, inclusive writing class led by Judy McClure. Participants will shape life experiences into personal essays while exploring essay craft through writing prompts, published readings, themed writing sessions, revision exercises, and peer support. Writers of all experience levels are welcome, and former participants may return to continue developing their work.

McClure is a Roslindale-based writer and educator whose creative nonfiction addresses nature, relationships, education, and identity. She is a graduate of Grub Street’s Essay Incubator and teaches in Boston, Arlington, and New York. Her work has appeared in WBUR’s Edify, 805LitMag, Miniskirt Magazine, and other publications.

When: Thursday, November 19, 2026

Showtimes: 6:00–7:45 p.m.

Venue: Roslindale Branch Library, Conference Room, 4246 Washington St., Roslindale, MA 02131

Tickets: Price not available

Registration: Registration is full; all places have been registered, and registration is no longer available.

Instructor: Judy McClure

Ages and experience: Writers at all levels are welcome. Former participants are invited to return.

Accessibility: Disability accommodations and language services may be requested through the department listed in the event’s contact information. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance.

Sponsor: Friends of the Roslindale Branch Library

Contact: Emily at roslindale@bpl.org or 617-323-2343