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Memoir Writing Prompts: Hints for Memoir Writers from Woody Allen

by Matilda ButlerSeptember 4, 2012

Five tips for becoming a more productive memoir writer.

Angel Makes a Discovery, Part 3, by Johnine M. Simpson

by Matilda ButlerSeptember 3, 2012

Join Johnine M. Simpson as she continues her story of Angel Makes a Discovery. Then learn how StoryMap: The Neverending Story Prompt can help get your creative juices flowing.

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Angel Makes a Discovery, Part 2, by Johnine M. Simpson

by Matilda ButlerAugust 31, 2012

Women’s Memoirs is pleased to publish Part 2 of Angel Makes a Discovery by Johnine M. Simpson. This story was inspired by our StoryMap: The Neverending Writing Prompt.

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Memoir Contest Winner: Two Thanksgivings by Betty Rosenstein

by Matilda ButlerAugust 30, 2012

Women’s Memoirs brings you the award-winning memoir entry for our Gratitude contest. Betty Rosenstein takes us back in time and makes us consider the effects of current wars as well.

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Memoir Author Speaks: Lines on a Page by Susan Spangler

by Matilda ButlerAugust 29, 2012

Women’s Memoirs is pleased to welcome memoir author Susan Spangler who discussed the creative process in writing and illustrating her memoir.

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Angel Makes a Discovery by Johnine M. Simpson: A Story Developed Using StoryMap: The Neverending Writing Prompt

by Matilda ButlerAugust 28, 2012

Women’s Memoirs is pleased to publish Part 1 of Angel Makes a Discovery, a story inspired by StoryMap: The Neverending Writing Prompt, written by Johnine M. Simpson.

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Memories Sweet and Savory: Food Memoir Contest Winners Announced

by Matilda ButlerAugust 25, 2012

Women’s Memoirs is pleased to announce the winners of our Food Memoir and Recipe contest. Be sure to offer your congratulations.

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Memoir Writing Prompts: Hints for Memoir Writers from Woody Allen

Angel Makes a Discovery, Part 3, by Johnine M. Simpson

Angel Makes a Discovery, Part 2, by Johnine M. Simpson

Memoir Contest Winner: Two Thanksgivings by Betty Rosenstein

Memoir Author Speaks: Lines on a Page by Susan Spangler

Angel Makes a Discovery by Johnine M. Simpson: A Story Developed Using StoryMap: The Neverending Writing Prompt

Memories Sweet and Savory: Food Memoir Contest Winners Announced

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TALES OF OUR LIVES Award-Winning Stories from Women’s Memoirs

Seasons of Our Lives “GET INSPIRED…

…IN YOUR LIFE…

…AND IN YOUR WRITING”

4 Volumes of SEASONS OF OUR LIVES Available in Kindle Store

Award-Winning Collective Memoir

Rosie the Riveter’s Bandana Available at RosiesDaughters.com and Etsy.com

Thanks for the Award

TALES OF OUR LIVES — New Award-Winning Anthology Now Available

Memories Sweet and Savory – Apple iBook Now Available – Just $1.99

SEASONS OF OUR LIVES Author Reads Her Story

Get Your Copy of the Award-Winning WRITING ALCHEMY

Get Your FREE eBooks

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Our Memoir Writing Secret #1

SCN Star Blogger Award

Will the R.E.A.L. Authorpreneur Please Stand Up?

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