Writing Prompt Wednesday

Writing Prompt Wednesday

We often talk about recording stories, writing a little something down. The hesitancy in beginning has more to do with our inner fears than anything else. We worry about not having enough stories to fill a book, or the energy, time or money to complete it all....
Does Your Memoir Writing Need A Break

Does Your Memoir Writing Need A Break

We shouldn’t feel guilting when we need to take a break from long-term projects. Sometimes it’s best. Other times we need the space to reassess the project. A pause can reinvigorate our efforts. This is so true if your memoir and life story writing projects aren’t...
Writing Prompt Wednesday

Writing Prompt Wednesday

Heirloom Documentation is the compilation of stories about possessions that hold memories. Typically, they are sentimental in nature. Writing stories about household possessions is also a great way to document an item for insurance purposes or to be used in estate...
Life Story Roundup – Week of August 17, 2020

Life Story Roundup – Week of August 17, 2020

The following are recently stories on memoir writing and lie stories. Write what you know. Love what you share. Matthew McConaughey on His Memoir Writing Process: 52 Days Alone in the Desert (Without Electricity!) People magazine...
Writing Prompt Wednesday

Writing Prompt Wednesday

It’s hard carving out time to write your life stories. There is always a reason to put off setting aside time to reflect on our lives, even when we’re motivated to record family stories. One tactic we love is carving out tiny chucks of time, maybe 30 minutes a day...