What is the best vehicle for writing your life story or memoir? Computer files, tablet files or paper? Notebooks, diaries - lined or unlined? I prefer the privacy of paperback journals. I also relish protection from computer and technology crashes! Unfortunately, memoir journals typically … [Read more...] about Memoir Writing Journals – Life Story Journals
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A Client’s Memoir: Mike Turpen’s Inspiring “Turpen Time”
Mike Turpen is the most positive (former) attorney general you are likely to encounter. Turpen Time: The Wit and Wisdom of Mike Turpen It was an honor to serve as Mike's "book doctor" in preparing drafts for submission to publishers and working with Tate Publishing on final revisions. My … [Read more...] about A Client’s Memoir: Mike Turpen’s Inspiring “Turpen Time”
Transforming Life Experiences into a Saleable Memoir. The Power of Memories.
Helping our client convert hundreds of pages of text, countless speeches and riveting videos into an inspirational memoir was just the first step. The challenge: to revise his epic into a magnetic, highly salable work. "Dr Joyce Starr (aka, 'The Book Doctor'), added her unique and special touch … [Read more...] about Transforming Life Experiences into a Saleable Memoir. The Power of Memories.
Dr. Joyce Starr – Book Coach, Book Doctor & Book Publisher
The Book Doctor is In With all of the help, advice and editing...you have been an absolute Godsend. You have helped me more than anybody else on this ongoing odyssey, journey, adventure. THANK YOU!" - Mike Turpen, former Attorney General of Oklahoma, Turpen Time Dr. Joyce Starr qualifies for … [Read more...] about Dr. Joyce Starr – Book Coach, Book Doctor & Book Publisher
Selling a Photo Book to Publishers – Words Matter.
Cathy Greenblat's uplifting Alzheimer's photos were being exhibited throughout the US and Europe to great acclaim. She hoped to publish a companion book with a leading publisher. Photography books, however, are a hard sell, as they're generally more expensive to produce and difficult to market. … [Read more...] about Selling a Photo Book to Publishers – Words Matter.