RSS FeedEditing our work is one of the most challenging aspects of our writing life. All the books say to send out our best writing as we seek agents and publishers, but sometimes it's difficult to take an objective look at our work. Jane Friedman, contributing editor at Writer's Digest, knows all about the editing challenges we writers have, and she's going to help us at our memoir writing roundtable this month. Please join us--this event is free to all! So please spread the word about Jane's visit … [Read more...]
Thursday’s Public Memoir Writing Roundtable with Jane Friedman & Linda Joy Myers
August 30, 2010 By 8 Comments
Evaluating Your First Page for Red Flags Date: Thursday September 2, 2010 Time: 4 PM PDT |5 PM MDT | 6 PM CDT | 7 PM EDT Cost: FREE FOR EVERYONE (NAMW Members--The dial in details can be found below--if you can't see them, simply login to the member area to view this post. If you are not an NAMW member, simply sign up for this free call by using the form near the bottom of this page). [private_NAMW]Telephone Conference call-in number: (323) 417-0075 Telephone Conference call-in … [Read more...]
Our First Roundtable Discussion: Nonfiction, Memoir, and Essays
July 12, 2010 By 1 Comment
A few days ago, I enjoyed speaking with Nina Amir, Jerry Waxler, and Sharon Lippincott in our first roundtable tele-discussion. We decided to talk about the intersection between memoir and nonfiction— how to help memoirists think beyond writing a book, to think about smaller pieces that can help build both writing skills and lead toward publication long before the book is complete. Memoirists usually take years writing a memoir, but there are so many ways to get your work out into the world. … [Read more...]
Linda Joy Myers, President of the National Association of Memoir Writers Makes First Blog Tour Stop This Friday, March 5, 2010 to Promote the Power of Memoir
March 3, 2010 By 1 Comment
Women’s Memoirs Blog to Conduct Interview Join Linda Joy Myers on her first blog tour stop as she discusses the Power of Memoir: How to Write Your Healing Story. Linda has written a beautiful blog entry, Writing from the Inside Out—Open Your Mind and Change Your Life on the Women’s Memoirs website. Linda will be interviewed this Friday, by Women’s Memoirs and will answer the questions you post in advance of Friday. Post your questions now at http://womensmemoirs.com/memoir-writing-prompts/memoir-guest-blog-and-writing-prompt-linda-joy-myers-discusses-the-power-of-memoir/ … [Read more...]
[Book Reading by Linda Joy Myers] The Power of Memoir at Mrs. Dalloway’s Bookstore
February 1, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Sunday, February 21, 4:00 p.m. The Power of Memoir—How to Write Your Healing Story Mrs. Dalloway’s Bookstore Berkeley, CA If you wish to place an order for The Power of Memoir at Mrs. Dalloway's, you can order books from them by phone (510.704.8222), fax (510.704.8228) or e-mail (orders@mrsdalloways.com). They offer free delivery in the Elmwood (and to Alta Bates Hospital), and they ship worldwide. Linda Joy Myers reads from The Power of Memoir: How to Write Your Healing Story (Jossey … [Read more...]
The Power of Memoir is on Kindle!
January 8, 2010 By Leave a Comment
Surprise, surprise. I just discovered that Kindle already has my new book. No yet officially released, it’s available already on Kindle! The wonders of the digital world! So now people are buying it, downloading it and writing me–this is great. No matter how many times a writer gets published, there is the thrill of knowing that your words and ideas are moving out into the world and being shared with others. I’m passionate about the power of memoir to heal and to create new connections with … [Read more...]
New book: The Power of Memoir by Linda Joy Myers, Ph.D.
November 5, 2009 By 1 Comment
The Power of Memoir is a groundbreaking book that presents an innovative step-by-step program using memoir writing on the journey of emotional and physical healing. By drawing upon the eight steps outlined in The Power of Memoir, you’ll learn how to choose the significant milestones in your life and weave together your personal story. You’ll discover how writing your truths and shaping your narrative propel you toward a life-changing transformation. The Power of Memoir offers the tools you need … [Read more...]
Inaugural National Day on Writing
October 20, 2009 By 1 Comment
Listen in to this downloadable audio as Linda Joy Myers Ph.D., MFT, President and Founder of the National Association of Memoir Writers (NAMW) shares her thoughts on this inaugural National Day on Writing. … [Read more...]
Linda Joy Myers Discusses Memoir Writing by Mary Yerkes
October 12, 2008 By
National Association of Memoir Writers Founder Shares Her Story by Mary Yerkes (NAMW member) Linda Joy Myers, Ph.D., MFT, is the founder and president of the National Association of Memoir Writers and author of the award-winning book, Don't Call Me Mother. A practicing California therapist, Ms. Myers specializes in using creativity, art, and writing as tools for personal healing. The following interview offers a glimpse into the life of one of today's significant voices in memoir writing. Suite … [Read more...]
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