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Memoir coach and author Marion Roach

Welcome to The Memoir Project, the portal to your writing life.

How To Start an Excellent Memoir? Try This Free Online Class

LATER THIS WEEK, I’ll be teaching a free class called “How to Start an Excellent Memoir.” I last offered this class in August, and it was very well received. So, we’re doing it again.

Come learn how to start writing a book in a way that:

  • Grabs the reader’s attention immediately
  • Uses the critical “anchor scenes” every memoir must have (no matter your topic)
  • Follows the “X, Y, Z algorithm” that gives memoirs a clear, powerful direction
  • Will make your book more appealing to publishing houses
  • Makes writing the rest of the book MUCH easier
  • Helps you avoid the biggest mistakes new writers make

I’m offering the class at two different times for your convenience. Pick the one that’s better for you. Remember, unlike my other classes, this one is completely free. Come join me for How to Start An Excellent Memoir. 

Click below to claim your seat:

Wednesday, Dec 5, 2018 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EST

Thursday, Dec 6, 2018 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST

 

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  1. Joanne says

    December 4, 2018 at 11:40 am

    Hi Marion,
    Thank you for the opportunity to learn from you in your upcoming webinar!
    Sincerely,
    Joanne

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