Your micro prose journey starts here.

Micro prose (300 words or less) provides an opportunity for more, not less. It's a chance to cut to the chase, to distill what is most essential into a few carefully considered words, to center a single experience or thought. In this workshop, you'll learn how this short but versatile form can amplify your creative nonfiction work (memoir, personal essay), and even poetry and fiction. We'll explore examples of micro in the world, discover how you can begin writing micro right away, and create three micro pieces during our time together.  


Who is this for?

This workshop is for you if:

  • you're curious about micro prose and want to explore its creative potential 
  • you're looking to sharpen your writing skills by mastering the art of brevity 
  • you want to incorporate powerful, concise storytelling into your writing projects 
  • you're interested in how micro prose can amplify your writing career


What will I learn? 

In this workshop, you will: 

  • Learn how to craft impactful stories in 300 words or less 
  • Discover techniques for distilling complex ideas into powerful, concise narratives 
  • Create three original micro pieces 
  • Learn how to incorporate micro prose into various writing projects and styles 
  • Develop strategies for using micro prose to enhance your writing practice and career opportunities

When do I get access?
Classroom access is available immediately after you register, and you'll receive lifetime access to the recording and all resources, including future updates.


What do I need to prepare?

Nothing! Your invoice will include your unique Zoom link, along with some simple instructions, and you'll receive a separate email giving you access to the classroom and webinar. Visit the classroom for more information.


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    What Writers Say

    "Darien Hsu Gee is like no other writer working today."

    Kristina Marie Darling
    Editor in Chief, Tupelo Quarterly

    "Darien is an engaging speaker whose real-life writing experience and real-world application points make it worth your time."

    Writer-ish Writer

    "Darien has changed the way I write and approach my creative life. I've gone on to publish my micro work and was accepted into a long-shot writing program because of Darien and her support."

    Writer-ish Writer

    "Strongly recommend! Darien is an excellent instructor."

    UCLAx Writer

    "I'm so impressed with Darien's teaching style and command of the workshop. She is fast-paced, no nonsense, practical and intuitive. I've taken a lot of writing/creative classes, and encountering Darien's type of energy/personality is rare."

    UCLAx Writer

    “I love Darien's approach to writing and teaching – I always leave with so much great content to work with and new insight into the stories I want to tell. The 10-minute free writing approach and micro essay focus really is a kind of magic!”

    Hugo House Writer
    “Darien's approach is wonderful, from her inventive, generative prompts to her encouraging, practical strategies for building a writing life. She was incredibly generous with sharing resources for further reading and writing."
    Hugo House Writer
    Meet Your Instructor
    About Me
    My name is Darien Hsu Gee and I've been passionate about storytelling for decades. My journey includes authoring five novels published by Penguin Random House (translated into eleven languages), editing the anthology Nonwhite and Woman: 131 Micro Essays on Being in the World (2023 Silver IPPY award), and writing Allegiance, a collection of micro essays (2022 Bronze IPPY award). Most recently I served as the 3rd Mark Twain Distinguished Writer-in-Residence at the University of Connecticut, and hold fellowships and grants from the Sustainable Arts Foundation and Vermont Studio Center. I teach at UCLA Extension and Hugo House as well as Writer-ish.com, my teaching platform. 

    My Teaching Approach
    As your instructor, I believe in creating a supportive and inspiring environment where every writer can flourish. My teaching method is rooted in exploration, practice, and reflection. My classrooms are a judgment-free zone. Every piece of writing is a step forward in your creative journey. My goal is to leave you encouraged and inspired to continue your unique writing journey.

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