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Memoir Ideas Are Everywhere!

Do you want to write about your life, but are not sure whether you have a story to tell? Here are 25 different ideas for memoirs, 25 ways of thinking about your life and organizing your thoughts into a great book.
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What is a Memoir? – 10 Things to Know

A memoir is a carefully selected “slice” of your life, revolving around a situation, experience, or interaction with others that raised powerful emotions or triggered insights. Keep reading to learn more.
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What is the Ghostwriting Process? Here Are 5 Possibilities

The way ghostwriting works depends on you. You may be the “you do it type” who wants the ghostwriter to do it all, the “I’ll finish it when you’re done type,” or one of three other types. Learning what type you are will make the ghostwriting process much smoother.
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What Does it Cost to Hire a Ghostwriter?

A look at the price range charged by professional ghostwriters to write a book – and why they charge what they do.
autobiography or memoir?

Autobiography or Memoir?

Many people use the terms "autobiography" and "memoir" interchangeably, but there is a major difference between the two. A look at the two ways of writing your life story, and a discussion of which is best for you.
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Self-Publishing Packages: What They Cost

Are you thinking of self-publishing your book? Here’s a quick comparison of the prices of self-publishing packages at 10 self-publishing firms - including AuthorHouse, iUniverse, Dog Ear and Lulu.

How to Write Your Autobiography – Google story

6 steps to writing your autobiography. It's not hard to get started, and simply starting gets you halfway there.
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8 Questions to Ask Your Ghostwriter – Google story

You're eager to begin writting your book - but be sure to ask your ghostwriter these questions before starting! Bestselling ghostwriters Nadine Taylor and Barry Fox explain.

The Book Ghostwriting Process – Google story

A look at the book ghostwriting process - how a ghostwriter turns your basic idea into a great book! By bestselling ghostwriters Barry Fox and Nadine Taylor.

The Book Proposal – Google story

A quick rundown of the elements of the non-fiction book proposal - what's in it, and why.
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Book Editors, Proofreaders, et al. – Google story

A quick look at the copy editor, developmental editor, proofreader, and other professionals who can help you create a great book!
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Finding Your Memoir Writer’s Voice – Google story

Finding your memoir writer's voice can turn a dull memoir into a great one! Ghostwriter Barry Fox explains how to find that voice.

Memoir Ideas – 25 Great Ones! – Google story

Want to write your memoir, but not sure how? Here are 25 great memoir ideas, 25 ways of organizing your stories into a great memoir.
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Premade Book Covers – An Interesting Option

Not sure about hiring a designer to create a cover for your book? Using premade book covers is an inexpensive yet popular alternative. Here's an explanation of process, with links to several designers.
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Why Are You Writing Your Book?

There are many reasons why someone would want to write a book, and the “why” helps determine how you shape and write it – as well as what you do with it once it’s complete. Check out this list of “whys” to help you home in on your motivation, which is the first step to writing a great book.