Forever Young Autobiographies

Retiree editor uses surefire way to record father's life story. Former editor Jan is excited to be able to read, hold and share her father's life story with her family. She is encouraging others to interview loved ones and capture their memories for future generations! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How the father-daughter project started during retirement * The steps Jan took to gather her Brisbane dad...

How to write a life story using best writing software (online dictionary, Grammarly, Rev + more!). Don't be afraid to use online writing tools to help start, write, polish and publish a life story. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How easy it is to use an online dictionary * Why Grammarly is like a copy editor in your pocket! * What is Rev and how it can help you write faster * How Book Design T...

4 amazing ways to overcome 'bad writer' fears and build writing confidence. You don't need a PhD to have permission to record life stories. So set 'bad writing' fears aside to focus on what is important - sharing stories with family and friends! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Writing tips about how to 'master' language * To stop bad writing by focusing on why write * How to become a better writer b...

A copy editor's 4 quick and easy tips for revising and editing your own work. A small amount of time spent 'polishing' a manuscript is a wonderful investment. So arm yourself with basic editing skills to tighten your writing and make it sing! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How a copy editor handles jargon, cliches and puns * A 'short' secret for smarter self editing * Revising and editing long sentences and...

Jessica Lynn Jacquez on writing and growing up in the San Francisco Bay Area. Jessica Lynn Jacquez's memoir Point Me to the Skies is about searching for meaning in a life of chaos and dysfunction. Read it to discover more about her powerful story and be inspired to start and finish your own! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How a strong 'why' and support from friends and family helped Jacquez write Point Me to...

Everything you need to know about my new life-story publishing services. Not sure how to record and celebrate a life story? Then the new Forever Young Autobiographies publishing services can help - from idea through to publication! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How I can interview and transcribe conversations with you or a loved one * Top gift writing ideas to mark life's milestones * Four ways I expertly p...

How to make chapters + master chapter length. Book chapters are essential for your readers and will also help you as a writer. Chapters become the puzzle pieces that connect to reveal a greater life story. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Why we need chapters * What's the average chapter length * How to make chapters for a book * Have clarity and confidence to create book chapters that keep your audience readi...

Super book launch ideas + book launch party suggestions. Working on a life-story project takes much time, determination and effort. So finishing can be a wonderful feeling and is worth celebrating! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Key things to organise before any book launch including types of parties and choosing a party venue * How to customise a book party using Canva invites and a party theme * Simple and...

What every life-story writer ought to know about revising and editing. Editing is a core pillar of good writing and publishing. But it's often underrated and considered dispensable ... until it is too late! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Essential big-picture and detailed editing ideas * Four areas that need extra attention when revising and editing * Writing tools and types of editors who can help...

The quick way to find out what Barnesy's second memoir by Harper Collins is all about. This fast-paced book is a follow up to Barnsey's award-winning bestseller Working Class Boy . While the first book is about running away, Working Class Man is about running out of time and trying to put things right. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * What Jimmy Barnes's second book by Harper Collins is about * Interestin...

How to come up with a book back cover design in 4 easy steps. Writing a book takes much time and dedication. So it is only fitting it has covers that do all this effort justice! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Why you might need a book back cover * The key 'ingredients' for a stellar back book cover * Handy book back cover design options for paid or DIY * Get motivated to make a great back cover today! ⇨...

3 ideas on approaching and exploring painful memories in your writing. Being sensitive and respectful about painful stories is important, whether you are writing about them yourself or compiling them for a loved one. Painful stories can be hard to record on many levels but this does not mean they should be overlooked or forgotten entirely. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Knowing your reasons to write can help...

What a life-story coach knows about how to start writing (while beating overwhelm and procrastination) Every writer, especially a new writer, has a tough time getting words down on the page for a first draft. Certainly, self-doubt and criticism are massive challenges but there are simple methods you can use to overcome these problems and get your life story written. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * My top...

Feel the beat with these writing ideas for musical memories. Music and memories are bound together. Be amazed by what you remember when you crank the sound system! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * A creative song memories challenge * Discover how your personal music collection can link music and memories * Unusual sources of musical memories * See how easy and fun it is to remember life stories with music and...

Best 2020 writing advice about writing challenges, a life in pictures, dialogue + publishing a 100yo's autobiography! This week I have some 2020 highlights to motivate you to keep pursuing your writing goals through to the end of the year! Indeed every person's life has meaning so make it your writing mission for the rest of 2020 to get yours or a loved one's recorded! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How to t...

Quick and easy motivation quote tips + writing goals course deal! What a crazy year it has been! As we hit the halfway point of 2020 I think we are all in need of some cheering along to start and keep writing. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Quotes and words of encouragement to plan your writing * Inspirational quotes and words of wisdom to keep writing * Motivational quotes and success quotes from famous ach...

Everything you need to know about why audiobooks and podcasts are great for writers. To celebrate the launch of the Forever Young Autobiographies podcast, this week's article is all about why you should listen to audiobooks and podcasts to improve your writing. Plus there is an audiobook competition you will want to enter (more below)! ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Why audiobooks and podcasts are more than...

Victorian retiree shares how he self-published his life story for family and friends. Retired principal Terry says by writing his memoir Dance in the Rain he has been able to reflect on so many events and aspects of his life. The 75-year-old recently celebrated his book's launch with friends and family and this week gives us some inside writing tips ... ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * What knowledge (or lack...

A revealing memoir about life before and during the office of US president Obama. I loved Becoming for many reasons. Not only because Michelle Obama is one of the most powerful women in the world but because she is so relatable. This book is not so much her story but a way to show she cares for others trying to make their way in life. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * How Michelle grew up and helped US Presiden...

What a life-story writer knows about making a writing plan. Planning how to start writing a life story is a crucial first step. Get organised today so your writing takes off in 2020. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Discover specifically what type of book you want to start writing * Identify life-story goals and what resources you need * Learn how to start writing by brainstorming and organising key memories *...

Secrets for using a photo series to creatively tell a life in pictures. A photo series or scrapbook album is a creative and expressive way to share memories! Keep listening for tips on how to record a life in pictures for yourself or a loved one. ⇨ YOU WILL LEARN: * Learn what images to pick for a life-in-pictures photo series * Discover what makes a super scrapbook album caption * Understand...

How to find your reasons to write and finish a powerful life story. We are social animals and are drawn to storytelling for entertainment and deeper messages. Pinpoint your 'why write' reasons and get motivated today! ⇨ YOU WILL: * Discover the top three 'why write' reasons * Learn why is writing important to you * Find out why do we write for others * Crystallise your reasons to write so that you...

The easy way to get an interview and capture family stories. Today is the perfect time to plan a life-story interview with a loved one. The interview experience will help you connect and bond with your loved one and no doubt be a lot of fun! ⇨ YOU WILL: * Learn interview tips to organise a life-story interview * Discover how to be prepared for family interview resistance * Get key advice on when a...

What everyone should know about a Kurdish-Iranian refugee's time in Manus prison. Using smuggled mobile phones Kurdish-Iranian refugee Boochani wrote No Friend But the Mountains: Writing from Manus Prison via text messages and with the assistance of translator Omid Tofighian. This book of resistance is a must read for everyone. It is a work of great creativity, beauty and struggle. ⇨ YOU WILL LEAR...

Plus a Valentine's Day coaching call deal you will love! Happy Valentine's Day to all the autobiography, memoir and biography writers out there! A relationship with a writing coach can be extremely valuable to help you plan, write, polish and publish a life-story book. But just like in love, you need to be able to spot the heartbreakers! ⇨ YOU WILL: * Learn why it is essential to know your writing...