Voice of Experience – How to Write Your Memoir

One day someone will wish they could ask you. Write it down while you can.

You don't need to be a writer to write a memoir – you need memories, and a simple way to bring them out one at a time. Voice of Experience walks you through the whole journey: from the first scattered memory to a finished story your children and grandchildren can keep.

WHAT'S INSIDE
• Why write – and for whom: four kinds of life writing
• Gathering your memories: triggers, the "house walk", a memory notebook
• Your life timeline, decade by decade
• Choosing a shape: chronological, thematic, turning points or short vignettes
• A writing habit that lasts – the 20-minute rule, plus voice typing on computer and phone
• Bringing scenes to life, with "instead of… try" examples
• Writing about hard times and about real people – kindly and carefully
• Telling instead of typing: record your stories with a grandchild as interviewer
• Editing without fear: three simple passes and a final checklist
• Sharing and keeping it safe: binder, photo book, print-on-demand, PDF and the 3-2-1 backup rule
• 52 memory prompts – one for every week of the year
• Printables: my life timeline, chapter planner, writing log and a cut-out interview card

DETAILS
• 17 pages, printable PDF – A4 (prints on US Letter too – choose "Fit to page")
• Large, easy-to-read text
• Instant download after purchase
• Fill-in pages – print as many copies as you need for personal use
• General information only – not legal or psychological advice

Please note: this is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.