Making Memoir Magic

<p>Writers often think their memoir feels flat because the story itself isn’t strong enough.</p><p>But that’s rarely the problem.</p><p>In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful lesson pulled straight from what I’m...

<p>Can you get sued for writing your memoir?</p><p>It’s one of the most common fears aspiring memoir writers face. In this episode, we’re breaking it down in a clear, thoughtful way.</p><p>While this isn’t legal advice...

<p>Querying your memoir can feel intimidating. Not writing it. Not revising it. But sending that query letter to an agent and hoping they say yes? That’s the real challenge.</p><p>In this episode of Making Memoir Magic...

<p>If your memoir feels flat, the problem may not be your story — it may be how you’re telling it.</p><p>In this mini-lesson, Kerry breaks down one of the most important craft distinctions in memoir writing: scene vs...

<p>Do you hesitate to write your memoir because of fear—of judgment, criticism, or misunderstanding? In this episode, Kerry explores why fear of judgment is natural, how it shows up in your writing, and practical...

<p>Do you overexplain your life in your memoir? Stop! In this episode, Kerry teaches aspiring writers how to trust their story and their voice, strip away unnecessary justification, and connect with readers emotionally...

<p>What if the reason you haven’t started your book isn’t lack of talent—but waiting for perfect conditions?</p><p>In this episode, Kerry busts the myth of the big writing retreat and reveals what actually gets books...

<p>In this conversation, Kerry Kriseman emphasizes the significance of storytelling, especially during challenging times. She reassures listeners that their stories are valuable and necessary, serving as acts of...

<p>It’s already the third week of January—and if your memoir is still unwritten, you’re not alone. In this episode, Kerry Kriseman unpacks why so many memoir dreams get postponed and what it really takes to start...

<p>Episode notes:If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll write your memoir when you have more time… more clarity… more confidence—this episode is for you.</p><p>Today, we’re going one layer deeper than productivity tips...

<p>Episode Description:Many aspiring memoir writers believe their story isn’t “big enough” to matter. In this episode, Kerry explores why that belief is the real obstacle—and how meaningful memoirs are built from...

<p>Writing faster doesn’t have to mean writing sloppier. In this episode of Making Memoir Magic, we’re talking about how memoir writers can write with more speed and more confidence—by putting a solid structure in place...

<p>If the calendar is screaming “December!” and your writing brain is whispering “Maybe next year…” — take a breath. This episode is your soft landing and your gentle-but-firm nudge forward.</p><p>In just 13 minutes...

<p>We live in a world that quietly demands perfection. From perfect timing, perfect choices, perfect progress, perfect everything. Yet, most of our lives are lived in the in-between. The messy middle. The unfinished...

<p>If you’ve ever promised yourself, “This week, I’m finally going to start writing,” only to watch seven days slip by in a blur of life, laundry, and lost time… this one’s for you.</p><p>Let’s be honest: it’s not that...