What Makes a Great Memoir
What Makes a Great Memoir: Craft Lessons from the Books Readers Canât Stop Recommending What makes a great memoir?Not fame.Not shock value.And not even an extraordinary life. The memoirs … Read more
First Person Writing
Give the Gift of Inspiration
Give the Gift of Inspiration: Memoirs for the Holidays Giving a memoir for the holidays gives someone more than a present: you give perspective, courage, and an enrichment experience. … Read more
The Rivers Daughter, Book Review
The Rivers Daughter, Book Review A Memoir by Bridget Crocker, Spiegel and Grau, 2025, 294 pages. Explore on Amazon HERE. (opens in new tab) (opens in new tab) … Read more
Book Reviews
Read and Write Book Reviews Mr. Rogers Courage Mr. Rogers Courage: Why This Sass Star Still Teaches Us How to Live with Clarity and Compassion Mr. Rogers offered a … Read more
Mental Illness and the Outdoors a Book Review: Something in The Woods Loves You
(opens in new tab) Explore on Amazon(opens in new tab) Book Review of Something in the Woods Loves you Discover Healing in Nature Mental Illness and the Outdoors: A … Read more
ThemeOrTopic
Your Theme and Topic, Related but Different Theme or Topic? The Difference with Examples It’s common to mix up themes with topics, but they have distinct differences. Themes … Read more
3 Reasons to Write Memoir, Essay, and Opinion
Three Big Reasons You Should be Writing Memoir, Essay, and Opinion If You Think You Should Be Writing, I agree with you. Your voice is important, and you have … Read more
How to Write an Authentic Memoir
How to Write an Authentic Memoir:Â Three Powerful Strategies That Keep Readers Hooked Transform your life story from predictable to powerful by mastering the essential elements of authentic memoir … Read more
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
‘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