You stole my story and something's got to be done about it.
Always remember that your memoir is never about you. It's about your reader. At it's core, it's about that shared space where we all experience the timeless truths of what it means to be human.
Writing Memoir: The Practical Guide to Writing and Publishing the Story of Your Life
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Always remember that your memoir is never about you. It's about your reader. At it's core, it's about that shared space where we all experience the timeless truths of what it means to be human.
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