Stories To Tell: An easy guide to self publishing family history books & memoirs

By Nancy Barnes

Stories To Tell is an easy, step-by-step guide to creating a family history book or memoir. As writing teachers and editors, we know that the process of writing a book can be broken down into simple steps that most everyone can follow. Instead of thinking of creating a book as an art, think of it as a craft. Part 1, Imagine, focuses on gathering ideas for the book's contents. It contains a variety of entertaining and thoughtful exercises to sort through memories, photos and documents. Part 2, Plan, shows how to organize a book. It provides useful charts for chronological and topical organization, and a master outline to arrange stories into chapters.Part 3, Create, shows how to create a manuscript, including digital recording for non-writers and interviews. This section also shows how to prepare illustrations and photography to be included in the book.Part 4, Edit, explains how to work with an editor, both to revise and correct the draft manuscript. It shows how to read the draft analytically, and a system for making changes, such as additions, cuts, or moves. Part 5, Design, breaks down the elements of book design, both interior and cover. Choose type, illustrations, and more, or direct a book designer to create the book. Part 6, Publish, explores the options for self publishing. Many authors of family histories need just a few books, or hope to order a few at a time from an online bookstore. This section shows how to choose the right printer or publisher, depending on the goals for the book.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1453852867
• ISBN13: 9781453852866
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.3" x 0.2" x 8.3"