How to Write Your Life Story

How many times have you thought about writing your life story, but the words never made it to the page? It’s difficult to get started. Even so, you clearly want to because you’re reading this now. This book breaks down the steps, making each one more manageable. It walks you through the entire process - from the first word on the page to the physical book in your hand. You’ll start with writing prompts to guide you through the process of documenting significant memories from your life. After the words are on the page, the editing tips help you polish those words and organize your thoughts. After that, you’ll determine the formatting details for the inside of the book as well as your cover art, back cover blurb, and title. From there, this book explores a wide variety of publishing options to help you determine which choice works best for your needs. If it still feels overwhelming, the section about professionals of all types will help you evaluate which people to hire, how to find them, and what to expect. Writing your life story is not only a wonderful gift to leave to future generations, but it is also easier than you imagine. By breaking down the steps and providing helpful hints to make the process flow smoothly, this book will make you wonder why you ever hesitated to begin.