the goals of any “must read” memoir should encompass the following: written in first person, be relatable, be real, read like fiction, have a hook, keep the pace, and show versus tell.

A memoir is a memory or a series of memories around an experience you want to share with a focus on a specific theme. Writing a memoir can be a fun, cathartic, emotional, and an exhausting experience.

Understand the difference between a beta read, an edit, and a proofread and how they fit into your writing journey.

How many times have you told yourself you would write down your stories or your family’s stories? You know the stories that you tell to inspire others, the stories that everyone loves to hear at family gatherings, or the stories of your ancestors. Truth is, whether you desire to write a memoir, biography, or a compilation of stories, the idea usually lands on a shelf next to a half-done photo album and a pile of unsorted memorabilia.

To achieve that rhythm and/or pace and ultimately avoid a too-slow or too-fast-pace story, make sure you’ve included the following elements: