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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 12 MIN

Can You Be Sued for Writing Your Memoir? Let’s Talk About It.

from Making Memoir Magic · host Kerry Kriseman

Can you get sued for writing your memoir?It’s one of the most common fears aspiring memoir writers face. In this episode, we’re breaking it down in a clear, thoughtful way.While this isn’t legal advice, you’ll learn how to approach writing about real people with greater awareness and confidence. Drawing from real conversations with other writers, we explore the difference between perceived risk and reality—and how to tell the truth without creating unnecessary exposure.If fear has been holding you back from writing your story, this episode will help you move forward with intention.In this episode I'll cover: Can you be sued for writing a memoir?  Common legal fears writers have  Writing about real people safely  Why truth alone isn’t the full picture  The power of perspective in memoir writing  How to tell your story with confidence Key Takeaway:You can tell the truth, and still be thoughtful about how you tell it.Next Steps:✨ Learn how to write, publish, and promote a memoir that inspires, educates, and entertains. Learn all about my course, Make Memoir Magic ✨ Connect in the my free Facebook group, Memoir Magic for Aspiring AuthorsThank you for listening to this episode of Making Memoir Magic. To learn more about my course, Make Memoir Magic, click here. Join my free Facebook Group, Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors, where we honor your story, provide tips, create community, and help you write the story you were meant to tell. Join here!

Can you get sued for writing your memoir? It’s one of the most common fears aspiring memoir writers face. In this episode, we’re breaking it down in a clear, thoughtful way. While this isn’t legal advice, you’ll learn how to approach writing about real people with greater awareness and confidence. Drawing from real conversations with other writers, we explore the difference between perceived risk and reality—and how to tell the truth without creating unnecessary exposure. If fear has been hol...

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