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HINTS & TIPS ON WRITING YOUR OWN LIFE STORY

4/30/2018

People come to me with one overriding dream - to see their memories published. Sometimes they have made notes on their life experiences, sometimes they have written out a whole life story in longhand. Often they want me to interview them and write their story for them.

I see my job as helping to make their dream come true. As a result I will edit, rewrite or write their story from scratch and I help and encourage nervous writers along their journey. Then when they are happy with their final draft I design the book and get it published for them.

Writing your own life story isn't easy - but with help it is possible. First of all, you know your story better than anyone else, and this a huge plus. But knowing where to start and what to include is the hard part.

Tip No. 1. Start writing down your memories! Dot points are fine to get the memories flowing. It's easiest to start from your childhood and your earliest memory. Then try and remember where you were, how you felt, what was going through your mind. Think back to what you could smell and hear. This is the first exercise in writing a compelling memoir.

Go on, have a go - and don't forget to look out for Tip No.2!

YOUR LIFE EXPERIENCES CAN HELP OTHERS

4/9/2017

Recalling your life can have major physical and emotional benefits to you - and your life experiences can also touch, and assist, those around you. I sincerely believe that writing your life story or having someone write it for you is one of the best gifts you can give yourself and others. . If you need help call the Life Story Lady, Rebecca Skinner on 0401 808 335.

WHICH ROAD IS THE RIGHT ROAD FOR YOU?

3/14/2017

OVER THE MOON WITH HER LIFE STORY BOOK!

2/15/2017

FOR ME, one of the most wonderful feelings in the world is to be able to make someone truly happy. Though I may not be making much money from my business, the joy and satisfaction from creating people's life story books is bountiful in its riches.

My latest client, a lady from the US, has just received her book. I think she is very happy with it- and I am so thrilled that she is.

She says, 'The best thing I ever did was to contact you. My gut feeling, which I always trust, singled you out and I could not be more pleased with what you have done. When I asked you to weave your magic, you certainly have.

Your professional expertise, your encouragement and the tender loving care with which you retold my story so eloquently without losing my voice is a true testimonial to your character. I cannot imagine making this journey without you and I know that you will continue making others as happy as you have made me.'

REALISING WHEN DIFFICULTIES ARE BLESSINGS

2/7/2017

There's no doubt that I learn something special from every person whose life story I have the privilege to work on. My latest book, just sent to the printers, for a lady in the US, shows how difficulties in life can actually be blessings - but you just don't realise it at the time. It's made me look at various negative things quite differently - and I'm so grateful for that.

Being grateful is another important lesson I've learned from creating people's life story books. Am wondering now if one has to get to a certain age before one comes to these sort of realisations or perhaps I'm just a very slow learner!

A LIFE STORY BOOK IS THE WAY TO IMMORTALITY

11/2/2016

IDEAL XMAS GIFT FOR SOMEONE WHO HAS IT ALL

10/17/2016

For an elderly relative who already has everything they need, why not ensure their life story lives on forever through a professional produced book all about them? This is the gift that will keep on giving - enthralling generations to come. Contact Rebecca on 0401 808 335 by the end of October 2016 to ensure you receive your book before Christmas. Prices from just $400. This is a unique and meaningful present that all the family can contribute to and everyone will want to read it on Christmas Day.

SOLVING A PROBLEM, STARTING A NEW BOOK

10/4/2016

It's taken a while, but I've finally sorted out the problem of curling covers with soft cover books printed with Blurb. Among my suggestions to the company, it turns out to be a humidity issue coupled with the use of cover stock with the wrong grain.

Now onto the next project - a life story book for a US client!

CELEBRATING THE PRESERVATION OF HISTORY

8/25/2016

It may have taken around 14 years from start to finish - but finally Letters to my Brother has now been published. Telling the story of hardships in the Ukraine from 1920 to 1943, it's taken me 3 years to type the more than 200 pages, edit, proof and design the book. It has been a true labour of love for this relative of the writer, and she, I and the lady who translated the book from Ukrainian to English celebrated with champagne and Ukrainian delicacies.
From a pile of letters written in Russian, this book is a reflection of how important I believe it is that real life history is preserved - and not, as so often happens, lost forever.

WHAT BETTER WAY TO HONOUR FATHER'S DAY!

8/16/2016

It's Father's Day on September 4th - and what better gift to give dad than the story of his life? There are so many health benefits for him through reminiscing - and it's a gift that will go on forever - to generations yet to come. It's also something that all the siblings can contribute to. Book a life story book for your dad by emailing rebecaskin@gmail.com or phoning Rebecca on 0401808335 before August 30th and you will receive a $50 or $100-off voucher. Prices from $400.