This book is about self-discovery and creating your greatest gift.

Life is a Story: How to write your memoir is your ultimate how-to guide on writing your life story and leaving a legacy.

You will find out about:

• How to break inertia and get started.
• The basics – motivations, audience and writing arrangements.
• How to find your theme and your authentic voice.
• What makes a great beginning and ending.
• Sensitive topics like family skeletons, dark days, and sex.
• How to enrich your story with dialogue and vivid description.
• How to find humour and engage your reader.
• What not to include.
• How to improve and edit your writing.
• How best to use photos in the design of your book.
• How to get published.

More than a practical guide, it encourages, inspires and entertains the beginner and seasoned writer alike. This comprehensive guide includes many examples, exercises and valuable tips from preparation to publication.

Life is a Story: How to write your memoir is part of the larger online project at LifeStoryWriting.com.au