Your Memoir

14/01/2025

Great ghostwriting session with a new author. Love being able to work with people in person! Then a gorgeous stroll home via harbour ✍🏻⚓️❤️

10/01/2025

Marnie’s Memoir Mission! ✨ LINK IN BIO ✨My accountability program for you and your memoir writing is off and running for 2025. Join us! ✍🏻❤️✍🏻WHAT YOU GET:✨ Private Zoom chat with me✨Personalised writing plan that takes into account the reality of your life!✨LOVELY supportive community of other memoirists ✨ Word count target. That’s if you wish - most members prefer a goal of simply protecting their designated writing time from the ravages of life!✨Private system for uploading your words with rolling tally so you can see your progress✨Private members’ forum where we come together, chat memoir and cheer each other on✨ Twice monthly online co-writing and memoir chat Q&A with writing prompts, guidance and expertise from yours truly 😁There are just three places left now for January, so head to:https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/memoir-accountability-program/Go to my bio or message me and let’s get that memoir written ❤️✍🏻❤️

03/12/2024

Shout out to a FABULOUS WOMAN MEMOIRIST, a member of Marnie’s Memoir Mission (my accountability program and gym membership for your memoir!) who, has been SO busy this week, that’s she’s had to dictate her writing into her phone while making roast potatoes!
That’s dedication, taking those writing moments where you can! This is not to make you feel bad if you’re not writing your book while you’re peeling spuds 🥔. December can be madness and only YOU know how much bandwidth you have. But hopefully this will inspire you a bit, that knowledge that little and often can work for some writers, when the bigger expanses of time are not available.
As part of Marnie’s Memoir Mission (MMM)
https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/memoir-accountability-program/
I offer regular online co-writing and Q&A sessions, which is where I met this author as part of our lovely group today.
(Men are welcome to join but I created MMM to encourage women to write, since they - in my experience - are more likely to let their writing fall to the bottom of the to-do list.)
And if this sounds like YOU, I’m opening seven spaces for new mission memoirs in January, so:
https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/memoir-accountability-program/
or drop me a DM.
I was able to show this morning’s group of women memoirists how to use dictation on the Notes app (iPhone), which types as you go. So no need to record then type up later. Saving that all important and elusive writing ingredient of TIME.
P.S. Don’t my roasties look awesome?! They are. If I do say so myself.
(Thanks )

02/12/2024

Reading this on the train and trying not to honk with laughter too loudly! Bravo - it’s brilliant! Bridget Jones but with giant dogs indeed 😂 Looking forward to Saz and Lisa Bentley coming as guest authors for the December session of my year long memoir course tomorrow evening. I know my students will be inspired, and amused in equal measure 👏🏻✍🏻

17/11/2024

I’ve been laid low this week, and when I finally managed to get out of bed and lay on the couch, I watched several documentaries, including The , This Is The Speaking , America Murder ( ), as well as American Murder The Family Next Door ( ) and . If you know me, you’ll find it surprising that I watch these. I’m surprised myself. I segued into them from podcasts about conmen and women. They can be horrifying, dealing as they do with murder, but they’re not sensationalised. They’re the stories behind the crimes, not the details of the incidents themselves. I’m drawn to human stories, human behaviour under extreme circumstances. I feel the need to witness pain and show people they’ve been seen and heard - not surprising given my profession. These docs are often very well made with the support of the families impacted - I switch them off if they’re not. They are respectful of, and honour the dead, usually women, so that they become real people, not just victims. So that we remember Laci & Conner and Shanann, Bella, Celeste & Nico. But of all the docs I watched this week, Into The Fire - The Lost Daughter - which tells the story of and her daughter Alexis really impacted me. An unbelievably courageous woman and true warrior mother, Cathy has to be seen to be believed. She is the seriously impressive advocate that all victims and survivors need. It’s about her fight to find and seek justice for the daughter she’d been pressured into giving up for adoption at a very young age. Don’t read about it beforehand as the way the whole story unfolds is shocking and totally powerful. All I will say that science recently discovered mothers and their children are linked at a cellular level and here is the proof. It is a very upsetting documentary. Please be aware. It is about sexual assault, paedophilia and murder, so take care. But if you feel able to watch it, and stand in Cathy and Alexis’s corner with them, then I recommend it wholeheartedly. Sending love, strength, healing, courage and admiration to all the families who share their stories in this way ❤️❤️❤️

07/11/2024

Hurrah! A new memoir (in essay form) from one of the absolute BEST - ❤️
I like to think this is down to me, mithering her to please write more non fiction. She looked quite put out, like she’d already given so much with her immense trilogy, her living autobiography series: Things I Don’t Want To Know, The Cost Of Living
& Real Estate.
Which she had.
But I am greedy.
I shall, however, endeavour to devour this one SLOWLY… (and other intimacies)

19/09/2024

Five spaces left! Let’s inject your memoir writing journey with accountability, encouragement and community!

Marnie’s Memoir MissionAccountability – Action – Accomplishment Starting September 30th, 2024. Launch discount for the first 20 members – five spots left. Email my assistant Emily [email protected] to arrange a chat with Marnie. Women! Men, I’ll come to you in a moment 🙂 But ladies!...

17/09/2024

My latest Your Memoir newsletter is OUT! Want to see other books I've worked on, learn how these authors are getting on, then snaffle yourself a course discount and read some super useful memoir writing info? Of course you do!
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12/09/2024

This is what’s behind me as I sit and write/edit 🥰 Moose on the left, our five-year-old Boxer/Mastiff/Staffy. And his sister from another mister, Scout the Staffy, 3, on the right. Both who, typical of their breeds are all about the snuggle and love the cosy office sofa we have provided for them! Above them, pictures of Griff, the darling cat my husband, writer .edwards had when we met 20 years ago. And Mac, the first dog we rescued from in 2011. He was 11 when we got him. Toothless, deaf and totally scrumptious. He set the bar high for the dogs that followed - Tippi aged 8 when we got her, died in 2020 aged 16, then Frank, Bunty and GusGus - all precious older rescues who we loved wholeheartedly for the few years they were each with us. Then these two herberts who we rescued at 10 months (Moose) and 8 weeks (Scout), both in 2020. Puppies are gorgeous but both Dyfed and I have a special place in our hearts for the oldies. Will we rescue more alongside these two? Well, there is room on that couch…
Pics: Moose & Scout, Moose, Scout, Moose & Scout, Mac, Tippi, Frank, Bunty & Gus ❤️❤️❤️

10/09/2024

Your story is a beacon of light waiting to illuminate paths for others. As women, our experiences shape not just our lives, but the world around us. By writing our memoirs, we're not just sharing stories; we're passing on wisdom, courage, and inspiration.

Think of the memoirs that have moved you, challenged you, or made you feel less alone. Now imagine your words doing the same for someone else. Your struggles, triumphs, and everyday moments matter. They have the power to guide, comfort, and empower others.

Don't let your light remain hidden. Write your memoir. Share your journey. Let others find strength and direction in your words. Remember, your story could be the very candle someone needs to find their way.

10/09/2024

*SEPTEMBER SALE*
*LINK BELOW*
Now available, my six-part, tried and tested, online memoir writing course: Your Memoir - Start Writing, Keep Writing! Normally £180, £150 until September 30th 😮 Everything you need to rev your memoir writing engine - tips, guidance, motivation, common questions answered and loads of fabulous writing exercises!
You can now buy it as a video package for you to do at your own pace, in your own time. Link in my stories, or DM me for a link for details of what the course entails or if you have any questions.
https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/your-memoir-start-writing-keep-writing/

06/09/2024

My author Jane Bloom Author is something of a hidden gem in the world of memoir writing. Her keen eye for observation and honest, touching prose have earned her a loyal readership. At 80, Jane continues to craft beautiful memoirs, drawing inspiration from people, places and experiences. Learn about her writing process and influences as well as her self-doubt on my blog. Plus! The four things Jane does that I believe make her a success! Enjoy and get motivated by Jane's late-blooming but flourishing writing career!
https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/jane-bloom/

A blog about me and my writing from Your Memoir
https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/jane-bloom/

02/08/2024

August vibes! 📚☀️ Writers, feeling the summer squeeze? Whether you're juggling kids at home or lounging on a beach, remember: reading is your secret weapon. Dive into a book—any genre!—and absorb the craft. Make it a family affair with a daily "no phones, just books" half-hour. Parents, you're setting a powerful example!
No time? Try an audiobook on your next car trip. Listen as a writer: note structure, voice, dialogue, and pacing. What's included? What's left out? Podcasts count - it's all storytelling. Mums, no pressure—just grab those precious reading/listening moments when you can. Every page fuels your writing journey, even when you can't put pen to paper. Happy reading, fellow wordsmiths!

28/07/2024

Women!

THIS IS TOUGH LOVE TIME 🧡

Men, I'll come to you in a moment :)

But ladies! I've been reflecting on my 16 years in the writing world. And I feel really sad to have to acknowledge that overall it's women who are NOT GETTING THEIR MEMOIRS WRITTEN.

Women continuously put their dreams on hold while tending to others' needs. There are just SO many demands on a woman's time, energy and resources.

That's not to say that many of these demands aren't welcome and aren't things you want to do and love doing. But the fact remains. Unless a woman is working with someone like me, a mentor and cheerleader - unless there's ACCOUNTABILITY - her writing consistently falls to the bottom of life's to-do list.

But no more! I am creating an accountability program and it starts on September 30th. I love working with male memoirists, so guys it's open to you of course - you are very welcome. But this is my clarion call.

Women - your memoir is not just an act of self-care—it's a radical, act. It is your turn to rise up and share your wisdom with the world.

My program is in development but will offer:

🧡A one-on-one goal-setting session

🧡Your own personalised writing schedule that fits in with your life

🧡 Regular check-ins and progress tracking from me

🧡 A supportive community and forum & much more

When you commit, you and I will chat about your memoir and how your life and a typical week looks for you right now. Then we'll set your a weekly, fortnightly or monthly writing goal. This will be a realistic goal. Whether you write 500 words a month or 5,000, every word counts and I'm willing to bet it will be more than you're writing now. Then you'll upload your words to the portal so you can see your running total and receive congrats from me and your fellow writers. If you don't hit your goal, we'll chat about what needs to change - either your life (!) or your goal.

More details, including costs, will be on my website soon. Subscribers to my newsletter (sign up here https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/guide/) will already have these details. So DM me to register your interest and I'll send you the details.

Women - I see you. And now I want to hear your voices 🧡

15/05/2024

I did a lovely half hour chat on why EVERYONE should be writing memoir with Jasmine Navarro, wellbeing expert, over on LinkedIn - and you can watch it via the link. And I'll be sharing a YouTube link to it soon too...

https://www.linkedin.com/events/whyeveryoneshouldwriteamemoir7195639635794939904/theater/

13/05/2024

Come and join me on LinkedIn at 3pm on Wednesday and hear me chat to Jasmine about why everyone should write a memoir :)

https://www.linkedin.com/events/whyeveryoneshouldwriteamemoir7195639635794939904/theater/

13/05/2024

So proud of my author - do follow him on his incredible journey! Maybe he could do an event for your organisation?

Who would've thought that going through all that trauma would lead me to where I am today. Writing my own book, winning an award with the BBC Radio Kent, speaking in front of big crowds sharing my journey to inspire others. I can truly say for the first time I'm proud of myself and I love who I have become xx

06/05/2024

One week to snap up a bargain on my tried and tested memoir writing course ⬇️
I've been teaching this for three years (to more than 100 students!). And it's now yours to buy and work through at your own pace! Follow the link

https://www.yourmemoir.co.uk/your-memoir-start-writing-keep-writing/
to read what the course entails and read some wonderful testimonials! Got questions? DM me 😊
The course covers:

🔶 What success looks like to you, your intended audience, types of memoir, where to start, what to include, what to leave out, how long your book should be and how long it will take to write.

🔶 I will explain the various drafts and stages, the skills that a memoirist needs to develop and your common fears and how to overcome them.

🔶 I will ensure you understand the three essential types of writing that your book needs and how to show and tell.

🔶 I’ll talk about voice and theme and how you are the main character in your memoir, but also the narrator.

🔶 I will explain how to use time-of-writing voice and the stylistic elements of fiction to give your readers a powerful experience.

🔶 I will guide you on how to ground yourself when writing about difficult times and where to finish your story.

🔶 I will lead you in writing exercises and help you plan your writing in a realistic way that fits in with your life.

Got questions? DM me! 😊

TESTIMONIALS:
Sarah "This course was a joy! My initial hope of getting my memoir started has been exceeded in so many ways. Marnie’s enthusiasm for the subject is infectious, her sharing of knowledge and wide variety of examples spark so many ideas."
Martina "Start Writing, Keep Writing was just the boost I needed to get back to work on my stagnating memoir. Marnie offers empathetic, approachable and down-to-earth guidance through the highs and lows of memoir writing. My only complaint about the course? I wanted more!"