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Five Mixed-Genre Books

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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

Categories Authorship, Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, Gift Books, How to Write, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Reading, Uncategorized

Mixed-Genre Memoir

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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

Categories Authorship, Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Spotlight on Craft, Write your Memoir, Writing Books

What If Your Family Doesn’t Want You to Write Your Memoir?

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What If Your Family Doesn’t Want You to Write Your Memoir? Are you considering writing a memoir but are hesitant because you’re worried about upsetting your family? It’s a … Read more

Categories Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Write your Memoir, writing course 2 Comments

Can a non-celebrity memoir be successful?

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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

Categories Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, Gift Books, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Uncategorized, Write your Memoir 1 Comment

Writers are Readers

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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

Categories Authorship, Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Reading, Writing Books

Memoir Opening: How to Hook Your Reader

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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

Categories Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Uncategorized, Write your Memoir, Writing Books, writing course

Nine tips for Finding Your Memoir’s Theme

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Nine Tips for Finding Your Memoir’s Theme Also of Interest:  Find the Theme of Your Memoir (with 50 Examples.)  1. Read through journals, notes, letters, and emails. Review photos. … Read more

Categories Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Visable Writer, Write your Memoir, Writing Books, writing course 3 Comments

Find the Theme of Your Memoir (with 50 Examples)

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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

Categories Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Write your Memoir, Writing Books, writing course 5 Comments

Plot A Memoir

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Plot a Memoir

Plot Your Memoir Once you’ve decided which parts of your life you will write about in your memoir, you need to plot your memoir. In this post, we’ll offer … Read more

Categories Authorship, Craft of Writing, First Person Writing, First-Person Writing, How to Write, How to Write a Memoir, Memoir, Memoir Writing, Write your Memoir, writing course

Six Key Elements of Memoir

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Six key elements of Memoir

Finding the right theme is one of the most important aspects of writing a memoir.  Other elements include obstacles, emotional beats, life stories, personal style, and honesty. Six Key … Read more

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