You’re certain that a memoir is the best way to share a personal event. But before you begin, it can be helpful to ask yourself a series of questions to determine whether writing a memoir is right for you. This webinar will use these questions to define what a memoir is and what it isn’t while also addressing an individual’s emotional readiness to share their story.

Guest: NAIWE’s Public Relations and Book Marketing Expert Marcia Rosen A good detective needs to be tenacious and patient. A good detective needs to look at the truths of a situation and ask questions that get to the heart of the matter. Those same skills are needed to write a good memoir. How do you search for clues about your history and their impact on your life?

Guest: NAIWE’s Memoir Expert Suzanne Sherman Memoir writers often spend time exploring material that is essential for their book but is uncomfortable to dive into to craft scenes and write an engaging narrative. Suzanne Sherman will give you tips for navigating the emotional territory. She will address self-exposure and the exposure of others. Suzanne will also discuss legalities and the pros and cons of pen names.