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Book Synopsis: Best-selling Heroine’s Journey author Maureen Murdock invites readers to explore their personal story within the rich tapestry of human experience by examining the craft of memoir alongside fresh writing advice and prompts.
Maureen Murdock looks at thematic connections between ancient myths and contemporary memoirs to probe questions like: What is my journey? Where is home? Her background as a Jungian psychotherapist enriches her teaching—urging us to dig deep to identify our own universal archetypes.
Writers who feel stuck or unworthy of writing about themselves will find thought-provoking inspiration and validation in this book, while those simply looking to use writing as a tool for self-exploration will examine their patterns and stories to reveal their true inner selves. And all will be left with a deeper understanding of the rich scope of the memoir genre by exploring contemporary favorites—like Terry Tempest Williams’s Refuge, Joan Didion’s The Year of Magical Thinking, and David Carr’s The Night of the Gun—from a mythological perspective.
Like myth, memoir reveals a unity to human experience that ultimately we all share similar hopes, dreams, and desires as well as fears, losses, and heartbreaks. Memoir helps writers understand the trajectory of their lives and helps readers better grasp our own place within the human experience.
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Unlock the power of your personal story with Mythmaking: Self-Discovery and the Timeless Art of Memoir. Written by best-selling author Maureen Murdock, this transformative book takes you on a journey of self-exploration through the craft of memoir. With Murdock's expert guidance, you will learn to weave your own experiences into the rich tapestry of human existence, discovering the universal archetypes that shape your life.
Are you struggling to put your story into words? Fear not! Mythmaking is filled with inspiring writing advice and prompts that will ignite your creativity and help you overcome any obstacles along the way. Whether you're an experienced writer or a first-time memoirist, Murdock's insights as a Jungian psychotherapist will guide you to dig deep, uncovering the true essence of your journey.
But Mythmaking is not only for writers; it's also a powerful tool for self-exploration. Through introspective exercises and thought-provoking inspiration, this book encourages you to examine your own patterns and stories, leading you to a profound understanding of your own inner self. As you explore contemporary memoirs from a mythological perspective, such as Terry Tempest Williams's Refuge or David Carr's The Night of the Gun, you will gain a newfound appreciation for the rich scope of the memoir genre.
What's truly remarkable about memoir is its ability to reveal the unity of human experience. By unraveling the hopes, dreams, fears, losses, and heartbreaks of various individuals, memoir reminds us that we are all connected. It offers writers a deeper understanding of their own trajectory in life, while granting readers a lens through which they can better grasp their place within the vast human narrative.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery through the art of memoir. Unleash your creative potential, gain a profound understanding of yourself, and unlock the secrets of the human experience. Click here to find out more and order your copy of Mythmaking today!
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