A Story That Matters: A Gratifying Approach to Writing about Your Life

By Gina L. Carroll

Book Overview

No matter who you are, your story is a part of something big--the fabric of history and the human experience. Once written and shared, your story will change someone. And that someone is most likely you. A Story that Matters offers an accessible and simplified way to get your stories written. Each chapter is divided into three sections: the first discusses memoir writing in the context of themes--motherhood, childhood, relationships, professional life, and spiritual journey; the second provides basic writing and editing prescription, with a focus on common beginner mistakes and roadblocks; and the third provides a sample story related to the life theme discussed in the first section of the chapter. Chock full of writing and editing lessons that focus on how to get a first draft written and how to craft the draft into a compelling story, A Story That Matters explores our ability to help, heal, and connect to others through story, reminding us of the greater need for a broader array of authentic voices in the story-sharing universe.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1943006121
• ISBN13: 9781943006120
• Release Date: May 2017
• Publisher: Sparkpress
• Length: 225 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 8.5"