IT'S A QUESTION I GET ALL THE TIME: How to write a memoir that reads like a novel? How to make it a page-turner and give it a fiction-like feel in its fine plot? All good questions, and … [Read more...] about Writing Lessons: How to Write a Memoir That Reads Like a Novel
How To Define Memoir? As a Whodunnit.
“IS IT A MEMOIR?” The question was more than a little plaintive, the asker really doubting that what she had submitted met any of the qualifications of our favorite genre. But she sounded … [Read more...] about How To Define Memoir? As a Whodunnit.
On Making Common Writing Mistakes
HUMAN ERROR IS SOMETHING I know a great deal about. Like that sentence which, were I following my grammar lessons, should read human error is something about which I know. My point? Perfection may be … [Read more...] about On Making Common Writing Mistakes
How to Beat Writer’s Block? That’s Simple. With Structure
HOW TO BEAT WRITER'S BLOCK? Knowing how is a skill you need when you are stuck writing a book, essay, op-ed, blog post or personal essay. No matter how you refer to it -- writer's block, writers' … [Read more...] about How to Beat Writer’s Block? That’s Simple. With Structure
The Fine Art of Building A Memoir Structure
BUILDING A MEMOIR STRUCTURE is an art and a science, as well as a whole lot of work. But to many, doing so seems to be a task that is avoided, worked-around, ignored and put off as long as possible. … [Read more...] about The Fine Art of Building A Memoir Structure
How To Structure a Memoir That Works
STRUCTURE A MEMOIR, write a memoir, sell a memoir. Sound like a good mantra for the new year? If so, let’s heighten it. Structure your memoir. Write your memoir. Sell your memoir. Sound even better? … [Read more...] about How To Structure a Memoir That Works
