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Kathleen Anderson’s Story Shows Why Details Matter

by Memoir Mentor on March 8, 2010 · 0 comments

Writing books tell you it’s all in the details. It’s true. We make our stories more vivid, compelling–and real–with descriptions that include concrete, specific details. “I noticed a dented, blue Chevy parked in the driveway” is more interesting than “I noticed an old car in the driveway.” Or how about  spiffing up “I waited an hour at the [...]

Tagged as: autobiography, details make a story, Family History, Ireland, Kathleen Anderson, Kerry, life-story-writing, memoir, Roscommon, writing tips

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Bob Stumpf Shows How to Put Yourself into Your Story

by Memoir Mentor on March 1, 2010 · 5 comments

     When you’re writing your life story, don’t forget to put yourself into it. I’m not joking here. Too often people like to describe events that happened during their lives, but they don’t explain how they felt about those incidents and how they shaped who they are. Revealing how you feel about things means writing [...]

Tagged as: athlete, autobiography, Bob Stumpf, cycling, emotions, Family History, feelings, life-story-writing, memoir, personal-history, writing tips

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“Don’t Show My Body”: A Story Reveals Mother’s Character

by Memoir Mentor on February 21, 2010 · 16 comments

My spring classes have begun at Santiago Canyon College, and once again I am posting noteworthy student stories on my blog. This week’s story comes from Linda Missouri, who has attended my classes for several years. (Pictured, left, in photo). I admire this story for the creative way she reveals her mother’s character and relationship with her [...]

Tagged as: autobiography, Family History, feelings, life story, life-story-writing, Linda Missouri, memoir, personal-history

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