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Book Synopsis: Do you have a box of mementos you’d love to turn into a book? Discover where to start and how to choose a format to bring your ancestry to life.
Have you inherited the responsibility of preserving your family history? Do you wish you could transform your old photos and artifacts into entertaining tales? Want to record all those great remember-when’s but worry your writing will bore your relatives to tears? Author and writing instructor Annette Gendler has helped countless eager writers over her many years of teaching at StoryStudio Chicago. Now she’ll show you how you can turn your treasured family saga into a captivating narrative you’ll be proud to share.
How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History is a concise guide for converting your heirlooms and oral anecdotes into engaging prose. Following Annette Gendler’s step-by-step instructions, you’ll learn how to decide which memories are best suited to chronicle your loved ones’ unique journeys through life, and what makes them an absorbing read. Supported with personal examples and writing prompts at the end of each chapter, you’ll quickly be giving voice to your ancestors’ adventures.
In How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History, you’ll discover:
- How to prioritize all those photos, letters, diaries, and official documents
- Sample passages and an extensive reading list to inspire your creativity
- Ways to craft stories that won’t put your readers to sleep
- Tips for dealing with negativity, missing materials, or too much information
- Methods for conducting research to preserve accuracy, and much, much more!
“...a treasure chest of advice for any nonfiction writer.”—Rebecca McClanahan, author of The Tribal Knot: A Memoir of Family, Community and a Century of Change
“I’m gathering info about my family by doing weekly Skype sessions with my parents, and I am trying not to panic about how I will turn this into a book later. This book gave me a lot of great ideas and a way forward.”—Lana Raykin, advance reader
How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History is a must-have resource for anyone interested in preserving their lineage. If you like actionable advice, no-frills-added instructions, and guidance from a memoir specialist, then you’ll love Annette Gendler’s easy approach.
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Are you overwhelmed by the thought of turning your family history into a book? Look no further! How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History is the ultimate guide to help you bring your ancestry to life. With step-by-step instructions and personal examples, author Annette Gendler will show you how to transform your old photos and artifacts into captivating tales that your relatives will love. Don't let your family history fade away – start writing your family saga today!
Discover the secrets to crafting engaging prose in How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History. This concise guide will teach you how to choose the best memories and anecdotes to chronicle your loved ones' unique journeys through life. With sample passages and an extensive reading list to inspire your creativity, you'll be able to breathe life into your family's stories like never before. Don't worry about boring your readers – Annette Gendler's expert tips will keep them captivated from start to finish.
Are you struggling with negative thoughts, missing materials, or an overwhelming amount of information? How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History has you covered! Annette Gendler will guide you through dealing with any challenges that may arise during your writing process. Additionally, you'll learn effective research methods to ensure accuracy in your storytelling. Get ready to turn your family's history into a compelling narrative that will be cherished for generations to come.
Don't just take our word for it – acclaimed author Rebecca McClanahan says, "How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History is a treasure chest of advice for any nonfiction writer." And Lana Raykin, an advance reader, raves, "This book gave me a lot of great ideas and a way forward." If you're ready to preserve your lineage and create a book that will keep the memories alive, then don't wait any longer. Buy How to Write Compelling Stories from Family History today and start writing your family's story!
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