Memoir Beginnings
The First Line of Ten Successful Memoirs- Need some inspiration to find the opening to your memoir? Memoir beginnings are the first and sometimes last step a reader takes … Read more
Craft of Writing
Memoir Structure
Find Your Narrative: 10 Memoir Structures to Captivate Your Reader Memoirs enable authors to share their personal experiences as an art form with the world. However, structuring a memoir … Read more
Five Mixed-Genre Books
Five Mixed-Genre Memoirs Books so good, they are sure to be banned Five mixed-genre memoirs that blend poetry, nonfiction, and/or fiction: Bluets by Maggie Nelson Citizen: An American … Read more
Mixed-Genre Memoir
Mixed-Genre Memoirs Read Them/ Write Them Many memoir writers work in mixed genres, using their unique voices, skills, and perspectives to explore a depth of topics with a wide … Read more
What If Your Family Doesnât Want You to Write Your Memoir?
What If Your Family Doesnât Want You to Write Your Memoir? Are you considering writing a memoir but are hesitant because youâre worried about upsetting your family? Itâs a … Read more
Can a non-celebrity memoir be successful?
Can a Non-Celebrity Memoir be Sucessful? Gold book titles are affiliate links to Amazon. Or search the Indiebound store link above to find your favorite non-celeb memoir. Memoirs offer … Read more
Writers are Readers
Five Reasons for Writers to Be Readers Writers are readers. Reading and writing are part of the same literary process. A musician listens to music. A football player watches … Read more
Memoir Opening: How to Hook Your Reader
Memoir Opening: How to Hook Your Reader from the First Page Memoir Opening: Exploring the Best Ways to Begin Your Memoir Memoirs artfully share your experiences and story with … Read more
Nine tips for Finding Your Memoir’s Theme
Nine Tips for Finding Your Memoir’s Theme Also of Interest:Â Find the Theme of Your Memoir (with 50 Examples.)Â 1. Read through journals, notes, letters, and emails. Review photos. … Read more
Find the Theme of Your Memoir (with 50 Examples)
Find the Theme of Your Memoir (with 50 Examples) If you’ve decided to write a memoir, one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make is the theme of … Read more