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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
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KiKi Walter
Jul 31
August Memoir Prompt: Grandparents
August Memoir Prompt: Grandparents
Tell us a story about Grandma or Grandpa!
KiKi Walter
Jul 31
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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Talking to Strangers
Talking to Strangers
How magic emerges when we let down our guard
Kevin M Doolan
Aug 12
It’s Time to Stuff My Painted-on Smile
It’s Time to Stuff My Painted-on Smile
This time, I give myself permission to feel.
Samaara Robbins
Aug 12
Every Time I Tried a One-Night Stand, They Wouldn’t Go Away
Every Time I Tried a One-Night Stand, They Wouldn’t Go Away
But they’re all still a part of me.
Abbey Wade
Aug 12
I Ran a PlayStation Business At 10 Years Old
I Ran a PlayStation Business At 10 Years Old
One of my best childhood memories
Rangga Febryan
Aug 12
Leaving My Undies Behind at Macy’s in the 80's
Leaving My Undies Behind at Macy’s in the 80's
After accidentally agreeing to a date for prom
Mary DeVries
Aug 12
The Hunt for Undies in Dublin
The Hunt for Undies in Dublin
The trials and joys of searching an unfamiliar city for basic essentials.
Dana DuBois
Aug 12
Growing Up In The Mountains Probably Saved My Life
Growing Up In The Mountains Probably Saved My Life
How the power of Nature and friendship helped me heal my mother wound
Michelle Marie Warner
Aug 11
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