Pantser or Plotter
Pantser or Plotter? Finding the Sweet Spot Between Spontaneity and Structure in Creative Writing Some writers meticulously plan every step of their story before typing a single sentence, earning … Read more
Craft of Writing
‘Remarkably Bright Creatures’ and Lessons about Characterization
Writing a Memoir: What Remarkably Bright Creatures Can Teach Us About Characters That Engage Readers Buy at Amazon: Click Here In memoir writing, crafting compelling characters is an essential skill. While … Read more
WRITE OPINION
Your Voice Matters: WHY YOU SHOULD WRITE OPINION PIECES Write opinion pieces, because thoughtful, human communications are more crucial than ever. Our nation is divided. Strong voices tell you … Read more
The Literary Memoir
Make Lasting Meaning From Your Life  Write a Literary Memoir The Art of the Literary Memoir: Storytelling for Troubled Times The literary memoir serves as an amalgam of personal … Read more
Three-Act Structure in Memoir Writing
Three-Act Structure in Memoir Writing: Your Life Story Becomes Resonant Art Use the three-act structure in memoir to transform personal experiences into a universally resonant story. The timeless three-act … Read more
Multiple Perspectives in Memoirs
Balancing Perspectives in Memoirs:Â Navigating Multiple Points of View Balancing perspectives in memoir is essential to capturing the essence of truth and personal experience. This can be a delicate … Read more
Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Video Essay
Arnold Schwarzeneggerâs Video Essay on Hate Arnold Schwarzenegger’s video essay: A Recorded Personal Essay This video essay by Arnold Schwarzenegger startled me. As an admirer of the essays of … Read more
Create a Family Cookbook
Create a Family Cookbook: Turning Memories Into Tangible Treasures Iâve always been enamored by the power of words to enhance the meaning of lived experience. I treasure handwritten letters … Read more
Keep Writing
Keep Writing: Conquer these Five Momentum Stoppers Writing can be profoundly fulfilling, yet many writers find themselves stuck, unable to translate their ideas into words. You can break free … Read more
Memoir Prompts
Memoir prompts and smart journaling can point you to the artistry within your life’s meaning. Here’s a sneak peek into some of the content and writing prompts from our … Read more