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We exclusively publish memoirs: The creative stories unpacked from the nostalgic hope chests of our lives.
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What’s the Difference Between a Memoir and a Personal Essay?
What’s the Difference Between a Memoir and a Personal Essay?
Confused? Get in line!
KiKi Walter
Mar 24
2024 Submission Guidelines
2024 Submission Guidelines
Updated Information for New and Existing Writers
KiKi Walter
Jan 3
August Newsletter: Getting Back Into the Groove
August Newsletter: Getting Back Into the Groove
The Memoirist News
KiKi Walter
Jul 31
August Memoir Prompt: Grandparents
August Memoir Prompt: Grandparents
Tell us a story about Grandma or Grandpa!
KiKi Walter
Jul 31
Memoirists/Essayists: Join My Session on Medium Day!
Memoirists/Essayists: Join My Session on Medium Day!
The Art of Writing Memoir and Personal Essays
KiKi Walter
Aug 13
Method to Memoir with Cindy Heath
Exploring the Past to Write Memoirs that Resonate
Exploring the Past to Write Memoirs that Resonate
Techniques to uncover deeper truths and create powerful stories from your memories
Cindy Heath
Jun 26
Uncovering Universal Insights in Memoir Writing
Uncovering Universal Insights in Memoir Writing
Techniques to help you find meaning in your writing.
Cindy Heath
Apr 7
From Memory to Essay: Enhancing the Impact of Personal Writing
From Memory to Essay: Enhancing the Impact of Personal Writing
Techniques to move your story from boring to compelling.
Cindy Heath
Mar 25
Six (or Seven) Podcasts to Motivate and Inspire Writers
Six (or Seven) Podcasts to Motivate and Inspire Writers
More choices for authors of memoirs, fiction, or essays.
Cindy Heath
Nov 17, 2023
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I Was The Other Woman
I Was The Other Woman
But not in the way you think
BrandyNicoleHammock
Aug 16
The Buton Fortress: The Strongest in Its Era and The Longest in The World
The Buton Fortress: The Strongest in Its Era and The Longest in The...
My traveling mindset changed when I learned about this historical tourist fact.
Isa Brew
Aug 15
My Dad Knew Me Better Than I Knew Myself
My Dad Knew Me Better Than I Knew Myself
Unfortunately, I never listen
Brian Throne
Aug 15
Christianity Saved My Life But I’ll Never Regret Leaving the Church When I Did
Christianity Saved My Life But I’ll Never Regret Leaving the Church...
Today, I’m a much healthier, stronger, and authentic version of myself without it
Carly Newberg
Aug 15
Reading Between the Lanes
Reading Between the Lanes
Life lessons learned bowling
William Mersey
Aug 15
The Maestro and the Goddess
The Maestro and the Goddess
A race with the devil
Jeff Eagle
Aug 15
The Day That Changed the Trajectory of My Life
The Day That Changed the Trajectory of My Life
Investing five minutes in someone’s life can change their history.
Michael Hollifield
Aug 15
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