ScrapMoir How To #3: Writing Your Memoir Stories as Tributes

by Matilda ButlerOctober 22, 2009
ScrapMoir How To #3: Writing Your Memoir Stories as Tributes

In this third “how to” blog by Bettyann Schmidt, she lets us enter the world of her childhood and shows us how to write memoir stories that honor the special people in our lives. The treasured photos contribute to our understanding of her world.

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Memoir Book Review of The Center of the Universe by Nancy Bachrach

by Matilda ButlerOctober 20, 2009
Memoir Book Review of The Center of the Universe by Nancy Bachrach

Memoir Book Review – What will be the tone of your memoir? What to see how an author handles humor in writing a memoir? We highly recommend Nancy Bachrach’s memoir, The Center of the Universe, both as a good read and an excellent example of letting your natural tone shine through in the writing of your memoir.

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Sue William Silverman’s Guest Blog and Writing Prompt Help You Discover and Use Your Masks in Your Memoir Writing

by Kendra BonnettOctober 20, 2009
Sue William Silverman’s Guest Blog and Writing Prompt Help You Discover and Use Your Masks in Your Memoir Writing

Award-winning memoirist Sue William Silverman uses her guest blog here on Women’s Memoirs to provide memoir writers with insight into the many facets of their writing persona–and how this can change dramatically from one book or essay to another. She uses the mask as her analogy.

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KitchenScraps: Cardamom Memories by Katherine DeGrow

by Matilda ButlerOctober 15, 2009
KitchenScraps: Cardamom Memories by Katherine DeGrow

KitchenScraps: Katherine DeGrow shares the childhood memory of baking cardamom bread and the adult experience of finding family in Finland and seeing her grandfather’s now abandoned bakery. Be sure to try her braided cardamom bread recipe.

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Memoir Book Review – The Dance of the Dissident Daughter by Sue Monk Kidd

by Matilda ButlerOctober 14, 2009
Memoir Book Review – The Dance of the Dissident Daughter by Sue Monk Kidd

Book Review – Sue Monk Kidd’s memoir, The Dance of the Dissident Daughter, has both content and craft of interest to women writing their memoirs. From her opening that emotionally grabs you to her skillful use of language and to her ability to weave research into the story, you’ll find much to appreciate.

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500 Words (or More): Writing Prompt #6

by Promptly PortlandOctober 13, 2009
500 Words (or More): Writing Prompt #6

500 Words (or More): Memoir Writing Prompt #6 can be done in an easy or a hard version. Both let you tap into the mind’s ability to work on your story while you sleep. You still have to figure out the right words, but your mind may supply you with new details or insights if you give it the right direction before you go to sleep.

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Author Conversation with Memoir Writer Nancy Bachrach

by Matilda ButlerOctober 11, 2009
Author Conversation with Memoir Writer Nancy Bachrach

Memoir Author Interview with Nancy Bachrach: Listen to Nancy’s interview for many insights into writing your own memoir — from finding your true voice to handling the differing memories of siblings to marketing your memoir. A delightful interview.

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