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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
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
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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The Fence Between
The Fence Between
Two twins, one best friend, growing side by side
Abby Paradis
Feb 5
Soul Sisters: From Laughter to Heartbreak
Soul Sisters: From Laughter to Heartbreak
Two soul sisters navigating life’s highs and lows, finding strength in laughter, love, and unbreakable bonds.
BeluLand
Feb 5
Gin Rummy, Chinese Checkers, and Love
Gin Rummy, Chinese Checkers, and Love
Playing for Mom
Lisa Yates
Feb 5
A Daughter’s Goodbye: The Slow Fade of a Once-Unbreakable Man
A Daughter’s Goodbye: The Slow Fade of a Once-Unbreakable Man
Sacrifices, Heartbreak, and the Final Goodbye
Barbara, Unfiltered
Feb 5
Just The Way You Are
Just The Way You Are
One teenager’s moment at the edge
Dale Kaye
Feb 4
The Day I Found The One
The Day I Found The One
Reflections on choosing a wedding dress.
Fedeminozzi
Feb 4
An Orchid in Winter
An Orchid in Winter
How one grocery store find began a healing journey
Anne Spollen
Feb 3
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