LAEWG Member Releases a New Anthology
A new book edited by Amy Friedman offers advice written by and for teens.
A new book edited by Amy Friedman offers advice written by and for teens.
Afraid to write your memoir? Here are the most common fears — and how to overcome them to tell your story.
Of the many excellent books on the art and craft of writing, here are seven to inspire you.
Trauma creates chaos, while writing brings new order, imposing a beginning, middle, and an end. Here are some key suggestions for how to approach writing a memoir about trauma.
How writing about trauma can benefit us — both emotionally and physically.
Your office horror stories leave your family aghast and your friends in stitches. Everyone says you should write a book about it. Are they crazy, or should you give it a shot?
In every memoir and personal essay class I teach, one anxiety-arousing subject always comes up: How can I be sure this is true? Students ask the question. The question calls for conversation, and I usually begin that conversation with a larger question: Why are you writing a memoir?
You can't very well write about your life without writing about the people in your life.
Nomi Isak worked with Ellie Laks to write a memoir about The Gentle Barn founder's animal sanctuary and work with at-risk kids.
Ever been tempted to tell your story? Today it's easier than ever to leave a legacy, publish a family history, or create a volume of the story of your life. Learn how in this article.