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Saving the Cat and Telling Your Story: How to Use ‘Save the Cat!’ to Write a Memoir

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Chances are you’re already familiar with “Save the Cat!” This book, written by Blake Snyder, is a guide to writing successful screenplays. And since its release, it has grown into a full-blown franchise of how to structure different stories. There’s Save the Cat Writes a Novel, Save the Cat Writes for TV, and half a […]

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Start Writing a Memoir

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Don’t you think it’s time to finally start writing a memoir? A memoir is a powerful way to reflect on your life experiences and share your unique perspective with the world. It allows you to explore your past, connect with others, and leave a lasting legacy. There are so many reasons to write a memoir.

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Choosing a Topic for Your Memoir

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Memoirs are a powerful tool to share your personal story with the world and allow readers to connect on a deeper level with you while also, hopefully, learning a little something about themselves. Therefore, choosing the right topic is crucial as it can make or break your memoir. You want to choose a topic you’re

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Where to Find Ideas to Write a Book About Your Life

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Let me guess: someone told you that your life was amazing and that you should write a book about it, right? Only now you don’t know how to start. How do you even find ideas to write a book about your life? What do you include? It’s not like you can just sit down and

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Memoir vs Autobiography

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Memoir and autobiography are two popular forms of narrative writing that allow individuals to share their life stories and experiences with the world. These genres provide a platform for self-expression, introspection, and reflection. While they may seem similar at first glance, there are distinct differences between memoirs and autobiographies that set them apart. Memoir vs

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