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Questions to Ask Family to Record Their Stories
These stories are gifts. They’re precious and irreplicable. One of the things that makes my heart soar is hearing from the adult children of seniors who want to pay to have their parents’ memoirs written.
How To Write a Family Memoir
Working through the stories of a family inevitably brings everyone closer together. Memories long forgotten are stirred up, and favorite recollections are shared over laughter and cups of coffee. I always feel so grateful to be a part
Which Family Stories Should You Write?
It can be difficult to decide which parts of your life and your family’s story make good stories for people who don’t have personal ties to them.
Overcoming Doubts About Your Story’s Value
Let’s get one thing straight: your book matters. The stories that you have created and the ideas that you are ready to put out into the world all matter.
How Family Stories Shape Our Identities
Our family’s stories have profound effects on the way we live in ways we don’t always realize. Where we come from and who raised us, for better or for worse, are present in our mannerisms and daily routines.
Why Family Stories Are Important
These family stories provide a personal and in-depth window into every aspect of family life. From a historical perspective, publishing these stories can be one way to make sure these tales—which are often oral in origin—aren’t lost with
