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Exercises for Writing Memoir
Writing memoir is not only fun, it can give you insight into your past, present and future. These writing exercise will help get you started.
Child Abuse Memoirs and Autobiographies
One might ask, "Why would anyone want to read about another person's horrible childhood?" Yet, these so-called "misery memoirs" are abundantly written and read.
Stylistic Approaches to Travel Writing
A look at some of the most commonly used styles and formats of travel narratives, complete with a look at the advantages and disadvantages of using them.
The Joy of Writing Your Life Story
Gail Mowatt, a retired English instructor, holds classes for seniors aspiring to learn how to write their memoirs.
How to Write Your Life Story
Everyone has a story to tell, and even if it has a limited audience, it is worth writing down for the generations that follow.
Changing Points Of View in Autobiographies
For any writer who suffers from the seven chapter itch, having a basic but drastic change happen mid book can have brilliant results.
Honesty and Ethics in Writing Non-Fiction
Honesty and ethics are essential elements in non-fiction writing and never more so than in the memoir, autobiography and biography genres.
Alphabetical Autobiographies
When setting a school project to write an autobiography this lesson plan both provides prompts and makes a sometimes dry task into a fun one.
Memoir Blogs
For a modern and stress free way to create a memoir or autobiography, a blog is an easy (and free) tool to use.
Derivative Autobiographies
Using someone else's autobiography or biography as a template can be a great source of inspiration and structure.
Multimedia Autobiographies
Biography and genealogy software can make writing an autobiography an easy flowing experience and is essential if tackling a family saga
Prepare to Write an Autobiography
Avoid writing a dry and boring autobiography by researching and brainstorming first. Try this idea of using brainstorming charts to get the creative juices flowing.