Writing Memories with Matthew Kiell

In this episode of *For Love of Memoir*, Erin Swanson is joined by memoirist Matthew Kiell for a conversation about the fascinating challenge of writing from memory.Together, they explore the relationship between memory and truth, why memoir doesn't require perfect recall, and how writers can faithfully reconstruct the past while remaining honest about what they know, what they don't know, and what memory leaves behind.Matthew shares his approach to memoir structure, the role of scene and reflection, and the important distinction between fictionalizing events and writing authentically from lived experience. Whether you're writing your own memoir or simply curious about how memory shapes the stories we tell, this conversation offers thoughtful insights into the craft of transforming life into literature.Purchase a copy of A Memory Mosaic here:https://a.co/d/039JI3mX