by Denis Ledoux In this brief but focused book of launch tips, Denis Ledoux manages to lay out his introductory workshop presentation in clear, easy-to-follow tasks to be undertaken to make the writing better and quicker. Ledoux has written another super useful book. He leads the memoir writer to the most important things to do […]
Why are we afraid of revealing ourselves in a memoir? As we reveal too much about ourselves, are we revealing too much about someone else as well?
Wish you had memoir writing books to provide just-in-time learning? Your solution is right here in the Memoir Network Writing Series. You may have hesitations and insecurities about one aspect of writing—let’s say, dialog—while you are confident and skilled in another—let’s say, staying motivated. The Memoir Network Writing Series will help you to work through […]
As you articulate your theme, ask yourself if this theme is really yours–does it reflect your present understanding of your story and of life itself?
Writers ask me what they can do the most easily to write a better memoir. While I can understand the wish to write more quickly and easily, I’m going to share with you that writing a better memoir needs to be done slowly and thoughtfully. A rushed job is probably going to be a botched […]
Appropriately called the Memoir Start-Up Package, this collection of tightly written books contains much that you will need to launch yourself in the process of leaving a meaningful, written memoir. Writing a memoir can be a lengthy endeavor. Why not be good to yourself and invest in the strong foundation this package will provide. […]
People who are writing a memoir will sometimes say, “I want to write my stories but I have forgotten so many details. Is there any way I can get them back? Should I use writing prompts?” There is one tool above all others that makes the experience of life writing successful. That tool is not […]
Celebrating and honoring your life by remembering and writing both big and small stories is very rewarding. It is a significant way to understand your life and to come to peace with it. Your memoirs are a legacy your family will treasure for generations–don’t you wish your grandparents had written their memoirs? Follow these simple […]
How important is theme in a memoir? Theme in a memoir is absolutely important! Here’s is a distinction between a family-focused autobiography and a memoir that, I hope, will help you to appreciate the value and the role of theme in a memoir.