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Recommended Memoirs

Writing Lessons: Ask Yourself, “What’s My Question?” With Monica Wesolowska

Writing Lessons: Memoir Advice? Know Your Audience, With Kate Richards

Writing Lessons: How to Tell The Truth, with Katrina Kenison

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New Memoir: Love ‘Ems and Leave ‘Ems

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The Memoir Project in Washington Post. What Holiday Joy.

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