An Introduction to Memoir: Pride Edition

Sun Jun 14 2026 at 02:00 pm to 03:30 pm UTC-04:00

The Congregation | Detroit

The Detroit Writing Room
Publisher/HostThe Detroit Writing Room
An Introduction to Memoir: Pride Edition
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Celebrate Pride Month at a memoir workshop focused on queer writers.
About this Event

Join trans artist and writer Cash Whitney for a two-part introduction to memoir workshop in celebration of Pride Month!

The workshop will take place Sunday, June 14 from 2 - 3:30 p.m. at The Congregation in Detroit.

In the first part of the workshop we will explore structure, point of view, verb tense, voice and authenticity, dialogue, as well as strong writing and revision. The second portion of the workshop will be dedicated to writing and reading. Prompts relevant to the craft will be provided.

Please bring a notebook or writing device you are comfortable with. Writers will be encouraged to read what they’ve generated from the prompts—finished or not.

All excerpts and workshop examples will feature queer writers in celebration of Pride.

Attendees will receive one beverage of their choice with their ticket.

Tickets:

  • Early bird - $47 until May 14
  • General admission - $55
  • Writing Room members receive 20% off with their member code!

Tickets are nonrefundable. Space is limited . Registration closes at 12 p.m. EST on June 14, 2026.


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About Cash Whitney

Cash Whitney (he/him) is a trans artist, writer and teacher living in Metro Detroit. He has an MFA in Creative Writing from Alma College. Cash has been awarded a 2026 writers residency from the organization Write On, Door County in Wisconsin. Currently, Cash is writing a book-length memoir while generating short personal essays.


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About The Detroit Writing Room

The Detroit Writing Room offers an inspirational community for writers, creatives and professionals. Whether you’re working on the next Great American novel or a resume, the DWR has nearly 50 professional writing coaches to help with all your writing needs. We also host book talks, writing workshops, and literary events. Visit detroitwritingroom.com to sign up for coaching, memberships, events and more. Check out newyorkwritingroom.com to see our New York-based coaching team.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Congregation, 9321 Rosa Parks Boulevard, Detroit, United States

Tickets

USD 52.00 to USD 60.54

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