S2 Ep2084: MAKING MEMOIR MAGIC Kerry Kriseman: Summer Reads for Memory Lovers

The Stories That Stay With Us: Summer Reads for Memoir LoversWhat makes a book unforgettable?  In this special summer reading episode, memoir author and coach Kerry Kriseman shares a curated collection of books that linger long after the final page—stories filled with vulnerability, resilience, identity, family dynamics, reinvention, grief, courage, and hope. This episode is for: readers looking for meaningful summer books aspiring memoir writers creative souls craving inspiration anyone quietly wondering if their own story matters Through memoir, fiction, and creative inspiration, Kerry explores how great books help us feel less alone—and how reading powerful stories often becomes the first step toward writing our own. We talk about:  Why memoir matters What readers and writers can learn from great storytelling The emotional power of sensory detail How books give us permission to tell the truth Why ordinary lives are never truly ordinary The connection between reading and writing memoir Books we mention in this episode: Strangers by Belle Burden Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott Join the Memoir Magic Community If you’re an aspiring author, memoir writer, or someone longing to finally tell your story, join my free Facebook group, Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors. It’s a supportive community filled with writing encouragement, inspiration, prompts, workshops, and connection with fellow storytellers.  Click here to join: Memoir Magic for Aspiring AuthorsFind Kerry OnlineWebsite + author resources:  Kerry Kriseman Official WebsiteFollow on Instagram for writing inspiration, memoir encouragement, behind-the-scenes musings, books, travel, and everyday moments that inspire storytelling:@kerry.kriseman on InstagramListen to ALL of Kerry's Making Memoir Magic here.kerrykriseman #accidentalfirstlady #writingcoach #memoir #author #stpete #writing #books  #stpete #stpetefl #tampabay #radio #radiostpete