EPISODE · Apr 9, 2024 · 29 MIN
67. Memoir writing tips: Transforming journal entries into a book w/ Sarah Birnbach
from Embracing the Fiction Author Journey · host Erin P.T. Canning
Curious about transforming journaling entries into a published memoir?Joining us today is Sarah Birnbach, author of the memoir "A Daughter's Kaddish." Sarah shares her surprising journey from journal facilitator to published author and how journaling helped her heal through grief.But the question remains: How do you take those raw, personal entries and turn them into a compelling memoir?In this episode, Sarah shares her secrets! You'll hear:Tips for overcoming overwhelm and getting your ideas on the pageThe unexpected ways grief can inspire powerful narrativesStrategies for crafting a memoir that resonates with readersGet ready to hear Sarah's top journaling tips and advice for crafting a memoir from your own journal entries.Topics discussed in this episode: Top 3 tips for journalingWriting about grief22 years from start to finishSurprises about writing a memoirDialog tipsFinding a good writing groupBooks on craftGet her book:A Daughter’s Kaddish: https://sarahbirnbach.com/books/a-daughters-kaddish/Connect with Sarah: Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_birnbach Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsheilabirnbach/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsheilabirnbach Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.birnbach/ Books discussed during the show: The Emotional Craft of Fiction: How to Write the Story Beneath the Surface by Donald MaassSend us Fan MailREADY TO TAKE YOUR WRITING FURTHER? Join our Patreon community and access our vibrant Discord writing group to get writing prompts, participate in sprints, download free resources, and more: https://www.patreon.com/erinptcanningeditor
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Curious about transforming journaling entries into a published memoir? Joining us today is Sarah Birnbach, author of the memoir "A Daughter's Kaddish." Sarah shares her surprising journey from journal facilitator to published author and how journaling helped her heal through grief. But the question remains: How do you take those raw, personal entries and turn them into a compelling memoir? In this episode, Sarah shares her secrets! You'll hear: Tips for overcoming overwhelm and getting you...
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