Review: “An eye-opening satire that’s as cheeky as it is unsparing.”— a Kirkus Reviews “Get It” pick — READ HERE
Interview: Writing The Novella: Exploring Long-Short Fiction: an Interview with Michelle Kicherer — READ HERE
Interview: Banana Pitch Variety Show Founder Michelle Kicherer’s Debut Novella, “Sexy Life, Hello,” Chronicles a Writer’s Professional Sexter Gig — READ HERE
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What students are saying…
I found my voice in Michelle’s class. Finally, I found my voice.
— G.T., Portland Community College student
"Hands down - Best writing class that I’ve taken at LA."
— Literary Arts student
"Michelle Kicherer is a truly gifted teacher of writing! She usually started class with a very practical craft/style lecture based on short reading assignments - so fun and engaging to dig deep and consider each example-writer's way in the world! Michelle followed up with exciting and surprising in-class prompts that brought out the best in everyone. It was such a pleasure to see fellow classmates blossom in this creative and supportive environment. Each student discovered material they had no idea was inside of them. Michelle is disarming, charming, crazy smart and also very funny. Thanks Michelle!"
— Literary Arts student
Michelle's Fiction Technique in Memoir class is thoughtfully, intelligently designed, and gracefully delivered. I have been in grad seminars where I have learned less. Small things she does throughout the class reveal her dedication to her craft (keeping notes on students' work, and tweaking the class material based on student feedback). She's the sort of teacher where you know you're just getting the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the wealth of her knowledge. She offers kind but helpful feedback and starts class with thought-provoking, unique prompts.
— Tasha S., Writing Workshops student
I got exactly what I needed from Michelle's class! Through the reading and writing prompts discussed with the class, I was able to tackle my own writing project from all kinds of different angles I never would have thought of on my own.
— Emily R., Writing Workshops student
If you're struggling with your memoir, I urge you to take a course with Michelle! We examined published memoirs, looked at what worked, what didn't and why. We examined our own memoirs with others in the group in a supportive and analytical process. Her suggestions about my work are tremendously helpful. Michelle is an insightful, humorous and thoughtful teacher. She's inspired me to write consistently, no easy task. Thank you, Michelle.
— Karen K.
Michelle, thanks again and again. It’s been delightful to work with you and receive such helpful suggestions, skilled editing, and on-going encouragement. You’ve fed my writing in more ways than you could ever know, or imagine.
— Geri O., Litquake student
Michelle, this has been the workshop which transformed my whole understanding of writing. I have so admired your gentle style (combined with your superpower insight and incredible edits!) I will definitely be in a future class of yours. I am so grateful to have been in this class.”
— Rob B., Writing Workshops student
Michelle, you have no idea what this class means to me. Thank you.
— M.G., Portland Community College student
