Write The Story of You

By Jim McCarthy

No one else will ever be able to tell your story. If you don't get it out now, it may never be told. Discover everything you need to know to get started right here! You have a story no one else can tell. You might think you haven't done anything unusual. Maybe you think there's nothing particularly special about the life you've lived so far… Perhaps you even think you're too young to write a memoir. There are two things to bear in mind here: You are unique.  Your story is special.  Sure, there are thousands of other people with the same name, hundreds of other people who had a similar school experience and went on to do the same job… but you've had a unique collection of experiences and interactions that make your story special – and there are nuggets in your past that you'll only discover when you begin writing. You've crossed paths with a wonderful medley of people who won't necessarily be in your life forever. The questions you have to ask them have a limited window of opportunity – and some of those stories are part of yours. But how do you begin such an undertaking? What if you have no writing experience, or grammar isn't your strongest suit. None of that matters. The story of you is all that matters. Everything else comes later and isn't for you to worry about now. Your journey begins with no more than four short paragraphs… and once you have those, all you need are the tips and tricks to keep you rolling. This unique, every person's guide to writing a memoir has everything you need to get that story out of your memory and into the world. Inside, you'll discover: Exactly what a memoir is – with all your pressing questions answered  essential tips for getting started… and the most important thing to do to ensure your success The #1 myth that holds most beginner writers back – and how to make sure this never happens to you 7 secrets for getting your story onto the page… with practical exercises to show you exactly how they work and get the ball rolling The tools you need to ease your mind about your writing skills and make the process infinitely easier Why the sentence, "I'm not a writer," should never hold you back (Pulitzer prize laureate, Harper Lee, could have said the same thing before she wrote To Kill a Mockingbird.Top recommended reference books and websites (so you don't have to waste your time figuring out what's actually helpful) How to get free help with your writing – and why you'll want to! And much more. If you're worried that you must be an English major or an experienced writer to craft a memoir worth reading, think again. Your story is the most important thing… and no matter what it contains, it's worth telling. Once you have the cogs whirring, your project will gather momentum, and all the things you're worrying about will swiftly be navigated with the tips and tricks you're about to discover. It's time to get out of your own way and release the story of you! Don't wait to tell your story – the time is always now: Scroll up and click "Add to Cart" right now!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jim McCarthy
• Release date: Feb 25, 2024
• ISBN: 9798990135611

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Write the Story of You

The Book Only YOU Can Write

Jim McCarthy

Copyright © 2024 by Jim McCarthy

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Paperback ISBN: 979-8-9901356-0-4

Ebook ISBN: 979-8-9901356-1-1

Contents

Foreword

Introduction

The Beginner’s Guide to Writing Your Memoir

Let’s Get Started:

The Writers Block Myth . . .

Resources

Tools

Reference Books

Websites

Free Help With Your Writing Skills!

About the Author

Foreword

I wish, about 40 years ago, someone would have pointed out to me that one day I could no longer learn more about so many people I admired. I’m embarrassed to count the number of those who have influenced my life, or even crossed my path, about whom I learned so little. They were colleagues, acquaintances, relatives and loved ones, and many have taken their stories with them when they died.

I’m hoping you won’t do the same.

If you have felt you haven’t enough life experience to write an autobiography, you’re in the right place. We only talk about writing your memoirs here, and you can start a memoir at any age. We’ll show you how you can do that.

Introduction

Hello, I’m Jim McCarthy, and I’m here to encourage you to think about becoming a storyteller, because you have a story to tell that no one else can.

No doubt many people on earth share your name. Some may even look like you and even share some of your personality traits.

But not one person has lived your life: experienced your joys, your sorrows, your achievements, your opportunities, your successes, and your failures. That makes you the unique individual you are today, and it is why you need to draft the story.

What inspired me to write this book is a memoir I once edited. It was written by a lady whose name in childhood