Flash Fiction for Seniors: Tiny Tales

Important Notice

This programme/event is open to members of the National Library Board, Singapore and those who are aged 50 years and above. Please ensure you have your myLibrary username on hand before proceeding with the registration. If you do not have a myLibrary username, you can create one here: https://account.nlb.gov.sg/.

About the Programme/Event

In the age of generic content, an authentic tale from a real person is a precious gift to those who appreciate genuine human connection. Through this workshop, you'll learn to pen down your idea or tell a story from your life experiences in the concise, engaging and impactful form of Flash Fiction. At the end of the workshop, participants would have written and revised at least one personally crafted story that they can share with others.

This workshop is for those who are 50 years old and above and who are new to writing stories. Participants will have to commit to all 3 sessions of the workshop.  Limited to 30 participants only.

2 May  Workshop:  Introduction to Flash Fiction:
- learn what flash fiction is and how to start writing it
- uncover where your ideas come from and create your first drafts
 
9 May Workshop:  Life Experiences into Stories
- turn small, everyday events into fascinating stories
- find the words that provide the most interesting perspective
 
16 May Workshop:   Polishing Your Piece
- how to review and edit for greatest effect on your readers

About the Speaker
Patricia Lee graduated from the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication Studies in Nanyang Technological University and went on to the National Institute of Education. An English teacher for over 15 years, she has written and self-published a fantasy novel under the pen name AK Lee. Patricia also hosts monthly critique sessions for the Singapore Writers Network and co-hosts several events organised by the Singapore Book Council. She shares short stories and excerpts of her writing on her website, www.akleewrites.com. You can also find her on her Instagram account under the name @akleewrites.
 
Clara Mok loves reminiscing about her childhood and wishes to capture snippets of Singapore’s past before they disappear. Clara graduated from Nanyang Technological University. Her microfiction “Liddat Also Can” is published in Missed Connections by Marshall Cavendish. She is an educator and shares her love for writing with her students.

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Refer to these guides for more information.

·       NLB Mobile App Users – go.gov.sg/toyl-evbm

·       Desktop Users – go.gov.sg/toyl-evbd

About Time of Your Life

Organised by the National Library Board, the Time of Your Life (TOYL) features informative talks, creative workshops, learning communities and resources for those aged 50 and above. Covering a wide range of topics such as Digital, Careers, Sustainability, Arts & Wellness, start your learning journey with us today. Visit https://go.gov.sg/toyl for the full programme listing and check out our dedicated publication at https://go.gov.sg/50plusmag.

Please note the following:

·       All participants are required to register for a ticket. Each ticket admits 1 person only. Please present your ticket when you enter the library and the event venue.

·       Arrive 10 mins before the session commences. Seats of late attendees may be given to those in the waitlist.

·       NLB reserves the right to deny entry to participants who do not abide by the ground rules.

·       Please note that photos and/or videos of this programme and its participants may be taken.