How to NOT Overshare in Your Memoir

Memoir is one of the most popular types of nonfiction because of how intimate and empathetic they can be. But oversharing in a memoir can influence both flow and the ability of the reader to emotionally respond. In this video, I outline how to avoid it. Watch/Subscribe [Transcript summary] Writing a memoir is tricky business.…

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The Problem of Memory in Memoir Writing

Over the past few months, I’ve been writing a religious nonfiction book centered around recovering from trauma. A huge part of the beginning of the book is telling my story so readers can understand where I’m coming from. So, although it’s not a memoir, per se, it’s quite memoir-esque, and I quickly discovered a problem.…

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