Lunch Bunch - Short Short Stories with Joyce Harlow Hill

Join us for a dynamic and imaginative Lunch Bunch with Joyce, an accomplished author and assemblage artist whose work lives at the intersection of storytelling and visual art.
Discover how powerful storytelling can happen in just a few paragraphs. In this Lunch Bunch session, Joyce explores the craft of short-short stories, breaking down how even the briefest narratives can carry depth, emotion, and impact. Using the timeless framework of the three-act structure: Act 1 (inciting incident), Act 2 (confrontation), and Act 3 (climax and resolution), she will show how structure brings clarity and momentum to your writing.

Drawing inspiration from Joseph Campbell’s storytelling philosophy, Joyce will also introduce elements of the Hero’s Journey, including the call to adventure, initiation/supreme ordeal, transformation, and the road back or hero’s return. Attendees will learn how these classic narrative arcs can be adapted into concise, compelling pieces that resonate with readers.

Perfect for writers, creatives, and anyone curious about storytelling, this session offers practical insight into shaping meaningful stories in a short format.

Lunch Bunch Speaker Series is an informal conversation around topics of interest to members and nonmembers. Lunch is not provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. All are welcome. The event is free.