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We exclusively publish memoirs: The creative stories unpacked from the nostalgic hope chests of our lives.
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KiKi Walter
Feb 8
The Memoirist: 2025 Submission Guidelines
The Memoirist: 2025 Submission Guidelines
Updated Information for New and Existing Writers
KiKi Walter
Jan 18
February Updates at The Memoirist
February Updates at The Memoirist
A few words from Mama Ki
KiKi Walter
Feb 2
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
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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Mom and I
Mom and I
Excerpt from Daughter of Pullman, Love and Death in the Heartland
Tom Brouillette
Feb 11
The Message of the Sentiment
The Message of the Sentiment
Sometimes the past calls for a visit
Janet Benlien Reeves
Feb 10
How Did I End up in a White Gown?
How Did I End up in a White Gown?
How a bisexual Millenial found joy and healing in a “traditional” marriage
Fedeminozzi
Feb 10
The Unexpected Adventure That Awaited Me in France
The Unexpected Adventure That Awaited Me in France
For someone who embraced adventure with every part of me, even this one was a stretch
Sally Prag
Feb 10
Where I Lived
Where I Lived
Excerpt from Daughter of Pullman, Life and Death in the Heartland
Tom Brouillette
Feb 10
The Prozac Chronicles
The Prozac Chronicles
The journey of depression.
Ruby Noir 😈
Feb 10
I Didn’t Talk With My Dad
I Didn’t Talk With My Dad
It’s just how it was. And I can’t change it now.
Greyson Ferguson
Feb 10
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