Memoir Review: Lanie Tankard Takes a Close Look at The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson

by Matilda ButlerJune 9, 2015
Memoir Review: Lanie Tankard Takes a Close Look at The Argonauts by Maggie Nelson

Lanie Tankard gives us her insights on the newly released memoir, The Argonauts, by Maggie Nelson.

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Writing Prompt: Call and Response for Memoir Writers

by Matilda ButlerJune 2, 2015
Writing Prompt: Call and Response for Memoir Writers

If you belong to a writing group, or know of someone who does, consider this two-part writing prompt — a call and response. Or write on your own? Then use the individual writing prompt included.

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Memoir Writers: Is Seeing Believing? That Depends on What You See.

by Matilda ButlerMay 26, 2015
Memoir Writers: Is Seeing Believing? That Depends on What You See.

What do you remember? What does a sibling remember? Are they different memories of the same time and situation? Read this article [and view three short videos] to learn more about perceptions.

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Memoir Writing Prompt: Looking Back at Alternative Futures

by Matilda ButlerMay 19, 2015
Memoir Writing Prompt: Looking Back at Alternative Futures

Fun memoir writing prompt that lets you talk to your younger self.

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Story Structure and Memoir Writing

by Matilda ButlerMay 12, 2015
Story Structure and Memoir Writing

Join Matilda Butler as she helps you see story structure in a new light.

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Memoir Review: Lanie Tankard Reviews Ongoingness: The End of a Diary by Sarah Manguso

by Matilda ButlerMay 5, 2015
Memoir Review: Lanie Tankard Reviews Ongoingness: The End of a Diary by Sarah Manguso

Lanie Tankard takes a look at Ongoingness, the newest memoir from Sarah Manguso, exploring with her the meaning of documenting our lives and the meaning of memoir. A fascinating look.

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Life Prompt; Memoir Writing Prompt

by Matilda ButlerApril 28, 2015
Life Prompt; Memoir Writing Prompt

Writing about our lives is not all a matter of looking backward. We can reflect and see how we can influence our futures as well. Today’s writing prompt is designed to help you think about how you can expand your sense of family.

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