Writing a Compelling Memoir - Video

Writing a memoir can be a daunting task and making sure that it's not just a life story requires understanding the craft of writing creative nonfiction, your reader, and the market. Learn from Eleanor Vincent, author of the critically acclaimed memoir Swimming with Maya: A Mother's Story, as she describes how to write a compelling story that is carefully plotted and structured.
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  • This was some really good information.
    • Thank you, I wish I could have heard your insight during the early stages of my book, I hope to repackage it with some of your points and also some of what I am learning from others on this site.
      • Good writing points that helped in the first draft.

        • I found this very interesting, particularly the point that when writing memoir that there are actually 3 entities involved in the story telling.great tips thank you Elenor.

          • This is wonderful! Thank you. Grateful to have this insight as I begin the process. Anyone in process and have had this insight adjust the flow?