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The moment you decide you want to write a memoir, a whole chorus of emotions arise. Joy, anticipation, the thrill of finally giving shape to a story that’s been tugging at you for years, but right alongside that excitement comes
Reading like a writer is one of the core practices we emphasize in our memoir method program. Last week, we explored why this skill matters—how it sharpens your instincts, deepens your craft, and helps you understand the invisible architecture behind
A simple fact of the writing life is that you cannot write well if you are not also reading well. Not reading more, necessarily, but reading with intention. Reading with your writer‑brain switched on. Part of the pleasure of reading
The New Year is a time of reflection and, often, promise-making. (Can you believe it’s 2026!?) We promise ourselves that this year, we’re going to be the best version of ourselves. We’re going to rise to a higher standard, accomplish
For our last video and blog of 2025 (!), we are reflecting on the biggest mistakes we’ve seen (and made) over this year, often over and over again. These aren’t mistakes like putting a comma before every “and” regardless of
“Building Platform” can feel like a dreaded, insurmountable task for writers (especially ones that tend towards introversion or hate social media) but it doesn’t have to be. The concept and process of building a platform is often misunderstood. (It’s not
Landing a traditional book deal with a large publishing house is a dream for many writers. From the outside, the process can seem very mysterious and opaque. Landing one of those deals is a long process, and there is no
Many writers know they want to tell their story someday but recognizing when “someday” has arrived is harder than it sounds. How do you know when you’re really ready? We often emphasize the importance of the development or “prewriting” stages
We want to stay informed and be aware of all that is happening in the world, but these days that can become overwhelming fast. That constant intake of bad news and conflict can fill our minds and make us feel
The cold days and long nights are here! I love this time of year as the chill sweeps in. It’s when we start reflecting on the year just passed and think about the year to come. I also always feel
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