Forever Young Autobiographies
By Forever Young Autobiographies
Forever Young Autobiographies is dedicated to supporting autobiography, memoir, biography and life-story project creators. Whether it's interviewing and recording key memories for a loved one or publishing a complete autobiography - I can help!
I'm so excited to have you listen to my show and would love to hear your feedback or questions :)
Forever Young AutobiographiesApr 29, 2024
FYA 146: Nobody’s Daughter: A memoir of healing the mother wound by Rica Ramos
Case study: How a Florida journalist wrote this She Writes Press life story.
'Nobody’s Daughter: A memoir of healing the mother wound' by Rica Ramos underscores every woman’s right to truth and validation.
It offers a bold and lucid look at mother-daughter relationships.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this trauma memoir is about
* How Ramos started this project of self discovery
* Practical tips to keep in mind for your first book
* Create and unlock truth!
If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence contact emergency services. If you are affected by this story and want to seek assistance, see: 1800RESPECT https://www.1800respect.org.au/, Kids Help Line http://kidshelpline.com.au/, Lifeline https://www.lifeline.org.au/
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/nobodys-daughter/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/0kolnaL0k_Y
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Are you writing a memoir like Ramos? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
My Cousin Is a Chief in Samoa: An amazing family story by Danish TV journalist Johannes Langkilde
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/my-cousin-is-a-chief-in-samoa/
The Mother Wound: A multi award-winning debut memoir by Amani Haydar
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-mother-wound/
Life story writing coach: 3 little-known ways they can help your story writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-writing-coach/
Critique partner: Don't find writing critique partners before reading this!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/critique-partner/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 145: Feature article: Helping you create a life story super fast!
Amazing reasons why you should write a feature story.
A life-story feature article is informative, entertaining and easy to read.They also make a top gift and can be a great exercise for a student to do with a grandparent or loved one.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Why feature writing is so attractive
* How anyone can create a feature story
* What makes a profile feature article so simple
* Create a shareable life story in one day!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/feature-article/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/iBY6QnbiX_I
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Are you planning to create a feature article? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Story outline: What is an outline and having life-story topics to write about
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/story-outline/
Good writing: Writing tips on how to become a better writer (plus writing prompts free training)
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-writing/
Proofreading tips for revising and editing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/proofread/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to take the headache out of high-resolution images
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/high-resolution-images/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 144: My Dream Time: Tennis memoir by Wimbledon and Aus Open star Ash Barty
Book review: Australian Book Industry Awards winner about an Aussie girl from Ipswich.
My Dream Time: A memoir of tennis and teamwork by Ash Barty is a fair-dinkum Aussie read.
It is about tennis, family, teamwork and how Barty got to be the grand-slam champ she is today.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this HarperCollins publication is all about
* What's fascinating about this grand slam's memoir
* Big takeaways to help our own life-story creating
* You’re not too young (or old) to create a life story!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/my-dream-time/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/5VVz5QmBrb0
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s one sport you loved playing when you grew up? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2023: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2023/
Chasing Me to My Grave: Jim Crow memoir by Georgia artist Winfred Rembert
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/chasing-me-to-my-grave/
Good writing: Writing tips on how to become a better writer (plus writing prompts free training)
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-writing/
Foreign words: How to clearly write foreign phrases and foreign expressions in 5mins
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/foreign-words/
Chapters: 3 questions answered about book chapters
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/chapters/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 143: Best life stories of 2023: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
What’s on a life-story coach’s reading list for 2024!
Find a holiday read with the Forever Young Autobiographies best life stories of 2023 book list.
Try stories about sportspeople, creatives, leaders and more.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* My Dream Time: A memoir of tennis and teamwork by Ash Barty
* The Boy from Boomerang Crescent by Eddie Betts
* The Palestine Laboratory: How Israel exports the technology of occupation around the world by Antony Loewenstein
* Super-Infinite: The Transformations of John Donne by Katherine Rundell
* G-Man: J. Edgar Hoover and the Making of the American Century by Beverly Gage
* Pick up these must-read books of 2023!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2023/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/hxc3nSfsdYE
⇨ YOUR FAMILY STORIES SYSTEM DEAL
For a limited time get 25% off the Your Family Stories System.
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a book suggestion to share in addition to these best life stories of 2023? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2022/
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
Best life stories of 2020: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2020/
Best books of 2019: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy this summer
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/must-read-2019/
Best books of 2018: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy these holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-books-2018/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 142: Best of 2023: Don’t miss the most trending life-story articles of the year
Best 2023 articles about writing quotes, story setting, why is theme important and family story Mitan and Moni.
A big thanks to all Forever Young Autobiographies readers and customers for your support during 2023!
The Forever Young Autobiographies website has had thousands of visitors this year looking to plan, create, polish and publish life-story projects.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Writing quotes to conquer a creative hump
* What is a story setting and setting example
* Use themes to create and edit life stories
* Swedish sisters’ Hollywood success story by Jenny Levallius
* Ideas to move your life-story project forward today!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2023
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/Ey5F2yMwV2w
⇨ YOUR FAMILY STORIES SYSTEM DEAL
For a limited time get 25% off the Your Family Stories System.
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s your favourite article from this year? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best of 2022: Most popular 2022 highlights about creating life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2022/
Best of 2021: Best articles of 2021 you loved about recording life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2021/
Positive quotes: Motivational thoughts to lift your life-story creating
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/positive-quotes/
Best of 2020: Best articles of 2020 about writing advice + writing tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2020/
Best of 2019: Writing tips + writing advice articles you read most this year
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2019/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 141: Buy a gift: Christmas wish list and Secret Santa list for life-story creators
Everything you need to know about gift giving for life story lovers.
Take a moment to celebrate how far you have come this year with your life-story project.Reward yourself with a gift under the Christmas tree that will encourage further creating.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Planning presents for under the tree
* 'Bright' Christmas gift ideas
* Shortcut gifts to tame creative stress
* Treat yourself this Christmas!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/buy-a-gift/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/bymQJCyGigU
⇨ YOUR FAMILY STORIES SYSTEM DEAL
For a limited time get 25% off the Your Family Stories System.
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Let me know what gift you want for Christmas! Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Gift ideas: Find the perfect Christmas present for life-story creating
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/gift-ideas/
New year’s resolutions: 3 steps to set life-story dreams and goals
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/new-years-resolutions/
Smart gift ideas: Amazing practical gifts for writers this Christmas
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/smart-gift-ideas/
Writing flow: Finding the best places to write your autobiography
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-environment/
How to get ideas for Secret Santa and Christmas wish lists in record time
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/gift-giving/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 140: Why is theme important: Use themes to create and edit life stories
Ask Nicola Q&A: The quick and easy way to understand theme and find the theme of a story
Why is theme important lots of people ask?
Certainly there are many reasons but creating and editing a life-story project is much clearer when you know its themes.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What's a theme and what does theme mean
* Why determining themes is important
* Finding the theme of a story
* Value and use themes for great storytelling
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/why-is-theme-important/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/Y0pnDkTEQbM
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What themes have you uncovered? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Edit: The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
Finish a life story: How to know when your project is finished
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/finish/
Lessons learnt: See how easily life lessons can be included in a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lessons-learnt/
Ask Nicola Q&A: Secrets to creating a super book back cover
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/book-back-cover/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 139: Chasing Me to My Grave: Jim Crow memoir by Georgia artist Winfred Rembert
Chasing Me to My Grave book review: Pulitzer winner about chain gangs, lynching, black history and the Civil Rights era.
Chasing Me to My Grave: An Artist’s Memoir of the Jim Crow South by Winfred Rembert is a confronting life story.
However, it is also a heartwarming tale of love for a community and family.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Bloomsbury publication is all about
* Standout elements of this Pulitzer Prize-winning read
* Life-story tips from a Civil Rights Movement leather artist
* Use art and detail to help tell life stories
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/chasing-me-to-my-grave/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/huyfilJNT3g
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What images or artwork will you include in your life-story work? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
Please note: If this show has been triggering for you, please contact your doctor or health professional for help that suits your specific circumstances. Further resources: Beyondblue here https://www.beyondblue.org.au/, Lifeline Australia here https://www.lifeline.org.au/ ⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-202
Windswept and Interesting: Autobiography by Glasgow joker Billy Connolly
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/windswept-and-interesting/
All That She Carried: A National Book Awards winning family story by Tiya Miles
www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/all-that-she-carried/
Writing challenge - part 2: 6 things to remember before you hold a family stories interview
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-2/
Memory recall: How to fast track remembering childhood memories + long-term memory retrieval
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memoryrecall/
Life in pictures: Make a life-story scrapbook album in 3 easy steps
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/scrapbook-album/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 138: AI: Artificial Intelligence tips I’m trying for life stories
Everything you need to know about using AI to record memories.
AI or Artificial Intelligence is becoming commonplace in our modern world.
Indeed artificial intelligence applications are endless and can help us record life stories.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What is artificial intelligence (in plain English!)
* How to use ChatGPT, Google Bard, Bing Chat and more
* Next-level life stories with artificial intelligence
* Give AI a go and see how it can assist you creatively
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/ai
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/kbgeOH1U6uk
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Have you tried artificial intelligence chat? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Edit: The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
Writing prompts: Who else wants story prompts + writing topics in 5 minutes?
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-prompts/
Transcription: How to quickly create life stories using voice-typing tools
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/transcription/
Best online writing tools: Story writing apps and writing programs to try and love
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-online-writing-tools/
Amazing ways to organise and present life-story interview gold
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-3/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 137: My Cousin Is a Chief in Samoa: An amazing family story by Danish TV journalist Johannes Langkilde
Case study: News anchor’s chance meeting unites him with enriching American Samoan relatives.
My Cousin Is a Chief in Samoa: The unlikely adventures of a Dane in Polynesia by Johannes Langkilde, with Cathrine Errboe, is an enriching tale through the ages.However it is also a thrilling story that shows family connections running deep across oceans and generations.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* About this Danish TV star and his Polynesian family
* How this American Samoan life story was created
* Tried and true tips to record family stories
* Discover how life stories can change your life!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/my-cousin-is-a-chief-in-samoa/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/lHECOQLDEO4
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Did your ancestors leave their homeland behind? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
Mitan and Moni: Swedish sisters’ Hollywood fashion success story by Jenny Levallius
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/mitan-and-moni/
Story detail: Identifying key details in a story to make your autobiography shine
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/valuable-detail/
New year’s resolutions: 3 steps to set life-story dreams and goals
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/new-years-resolutions/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 136: Windswept and Interesting: Autobiography by Glasgow joker Billy Connolly
Book review: British Book Awards winner about a national treasure and comedian rambling man.
Windswept and Interesting: My Autobiography by Sir Billy Connolly is a laugh-out-loud life story from a comic legend.
However, it also reveals a painful upbringing and a life of adventure.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this John Murray Press life story is about
* Interesting jokes and comedy from a banjo player
* Tips from a Scotsman to help your own creating
* Capture cheeky personalities with life stories!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/windswept-and-interesting/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/kTZiGqzYtFA
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a funny story to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2022/
Currowan: Surviving one of Australia’s worst bushfires by Bronwyn Adcock
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/currowan/
Funny stories: See how easily you can be humorous and write a funny story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/funny-story/
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
Transcription: How to quickly create life stories using voice-typing tools
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/transcription/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 135: Transcription: How to quickly create life stories using voice-typing tools
Painlessly transcribe life stories with Rev transcription, Google Voice Typing, oTranscribe and more.
Gone are the tedious, stop-start days of transcribing recordings or learning shorthand.
Today there are so many free and affordable technical options to record memories.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* About fast online transcriptionist services
* Free transcription software (you likely already have!)
* Simple DIY audio-to-text browser solutions
* Escape the transcription grind and turbocharge creating!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/transcription/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/VeFZPifKsds
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Found a helpful tool for creating life stories? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Staying organised: How to stay organised when creating a life story
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/staying-organised/
Life-story format ideas: See how easily you can record family stories or a life history
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/
Best online writing tools: Story writing apps and writing programs to try and love
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tools/
Case study: Helping my 98yo grandmother write her autobiography
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 134: Mitan and Moni: Swedish sisters’ Hollywood fashion success story by Jenny Levallius
Case study: An amazing family story of talented women who dared to dream.
Mitan and Moni: The true story of two talented, young Swedish women who dared to dream of fashion success in Hollywood by Jenny Levallius will inspire and entertain.It is a tale for all ages that shows how taking a big chance can pay off beyond your wildest expectations.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How this Stockholm graphic designer started the family project
* The writing process for this 1960s California crochet story
* Tried-and-true practical tips for fellow life-story creators
* See how life stories shift mindsets and inspire us to live boldly!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/mitan-and-moni/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/hEx8kcTun-Y
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Have you had a brush with celebrities and fame? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
Campfire for a Woman’s Heart: Life stories from inspirational women by Natalie Stockdale
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/campfire-for-a-womans-heart/
Life-story interview: How to set-up an interview + family interview tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-stories/
Family life: How to fast track life stories while raising family
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-life/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to take the headache out of high-resolution images
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/high-resolution-images/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 133: Writing quotes: Inspirational quotes + motivational quotes to conquer a midyear hump
Positive quotes every life-story creator ought to know about.
Life-story creating is rewarding but challenging at times.
Therefore seeking inspiration and motivation from others is essential.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Motivational quotes to kick-start creativity
* Words of encouragement to record life stories
* Success quotes to finish a project strong
* Feel the fire in your belly to hit life-story goals!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-quotes/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/hkBfo8a0qy8
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a fave quote to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Positive quotes: Motivational thoughts to lift your life-story creating
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/positive-quotes/
Motivational quotes: Blitz writing blues with inspirational quotes
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/motivational-quotes/
Inspirational quotes: 10 positive quotes you should try to boost your writing!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/inspirational-quotes/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 132: Currowan: Surviving one of Australia’s worst bushfires by Bronwyn Adcock
Book review: A Walkley Award winning life story about living with fire and climate change.
Currowan: The Story of a Fire and a Community During Australia’s Worst Summer by Bronwyn Adcock will blow your mind about the intensity of fire.
It also shows the heroic grit, ingenuity and compassion of individuals plus communities up against a blaze with never-before-seen power.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this award-winning Black Inc. book is all about
* Standout parts of this South Coast NSW fire story
* Creative life-story ideas from an Australian journalist
* Unite communities and causes with life stories
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/currowan/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/SnSIsqG4fUs
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Have you lived through a fire? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-202
The Mother Wound: A multi award-winning debut
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-mother-wound/
Dialogue like a pro: See how easily you can use speech marks and quotes in writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/dialogue/
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to take the headache out of high-resolution images
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/high-resolution-images/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 131: Staying organised: How to stay organised when creating a life story
Surefire ways to keep organised when starting a life-story project.
Staying organised when creating a life-story project can be a big challenge.
But a little bit of organising can pay dividends in how smoothly and quickly memories, stories, recordings and more come together.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* When to use a memory notebook
* How to record memories online or offline
* Tips to stay organised when editing stories
* Tame creative chaos with organisation basics
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/staying-organised/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/t8Uf2cY1zYUn
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Have you got a life-story organisation tip to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
How to beat memoir writer's block in 8 simple steps
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memories-flowing-at-home/
How to make a timeline: What is a timeline + timeline example (plus free printable!)
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-make-a-timeline/
Story outline: What is an outline and having life-story topics to write about
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/story-outline/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 130: Campfire for a Woman’s Heart: Life stories from inspirational women by Natalie Stockdale
Case study: How an Airlie Beach resilience coach is helping others overcome adversity.
Campfire for a Woman’s Heart: Stories of Resilience from Inspirational Women by Natalie Stockdale is a beacon of hope.
It is packed with gutsy tales but importantly it shows recovery from tragedy and trauma is possible.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What these powerful campfire stories are all about
* How Stockdale compiled top resilience examples
* Tips and advice for creating your own life stories
* Tell life stories to help others find happiness again!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/campfire-for-a-womans-heart/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/8KL_U13LGXE
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a gutsy story to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Go by Boat: Dr Chuck Radis’s Maine medical memoir
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/go-by-boat/
Case study: Students interview seniors for Our Priceless Past lift-out and expo
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/our-priceless-past/
Life-story interview: How to set-up an interview + family interview tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-stories/
Feature article guide: Helping you write a life story super fast!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/feature-article/
Life-story format ideas: See how easily you can record family stories or a life history
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 129: Finish a life story: How to know when your project is finished
Ask Nicola Q&A: Amazing ways to finish your story today.
To finish a life-story project is a huge achievement!You should feel excited to share widely what you have created.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Final editing checks to keep in mind
* How your audience's expectations matter
* Why you need to look inside yourself to finish
* Get fired up to finish your life-story project!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/finish/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/qNUqyDRMMKY
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
How close are you to starting or finishing a life story? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Edit: The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
Proofreading tips for revising and editing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/proofread/
Editing: Don't try self editing before reading this!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/editing-autobiographies/
Revising and editing: How to take the headache out of editing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/revising-and-editing/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to copy edit + CPR for revising and editing your own work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-copy-edit/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 128: The Mother Wound: A multi award-winning debut memoir by Amani Haydar
Book review: How a Sydney lawyer is confronted with murder and motherhood.
The Mother Wound by Amani Haydar is a devastating memoir no daughter should have to write.
It lays bare how Haydar’s father murdered her mother and how she was forced to reconsider her parent’s relationship.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Australian Book Industry Awards winner is about
* Interesting takeaways from this Pan Macmillan memoir
* Life-story ideas to inspire your own creating
* Use stories to preserve life, legacy and hope
Please note: If you or someone you know is experiencing or is at risk of domestic abuse contact: 1800RESPECT https://www.1800respect.org.au/, Kids Help Line https://kidshelpline.com.au/, Lifeline https://www.lifeline.org.au/
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-mother-wound/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/pYgIJHYmMUg
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What did you think of The Mother Wound? Read a great life story? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2022
My Adventurous Life: Australian Book Industry Awards winner by Dick Smith
https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/my-adventurous-life/
Book covers: How to create a memorable cover design
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memorable-cover
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
Painful stories: How to write about sad memories and hard conversations
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/painful-stories/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 127: Story setting: What is a story setting and setting examples
Don't do the setting of a story before hearing this!
Settings are crucial for a life story.
Certainly they make it easy for your audience to visualise your memories plus gain insight into characters and events.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What is the setting of a story
* Why is the setting important for a life-story project
* How to create the setting of a story
* Confidently create vivid settings that transport your audience
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/setting/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/15DOBAyqBjM
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What is a memorable place or setting from your childhood? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
What makes a good story: Dialogue writing, suspense writing and other writing techniques
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-story/
Writing characters: If you've already tried creating characters, don't read this. It'll break your heart
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-characters/
Story detail: Identifying key details in a story to make your autobiography shine
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/valuable-detail/
Visual writing: Become a visual storyteller with visual writing techniques
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/visual-writing/
♡ Thanks for tuning in! Please give the show a thumbs up if you found it helpful and subscribe for more tips:
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies?sub_confirmation=1
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ PODCAST
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/podcast/
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 126: Go by Boat: Stories of a Maine Island Doctor by Dr Chuck Radis
Case study: Peaks Island doctor’s humorous and heartbreaking stories.
Go by Boat: Stories of a Maine Island Doctor by Dr Chuck Radis is about finding respite from contemporary living in hardscrabble conditions.
However it is also a tale of how he and his family are accepted and befriended by a unique cultural community.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Rowman & Littlefield publication is about
* Who this Casco Bay doctor wrote this life story for
* His valuable lessons for new writers
* Why recording memories helps preserve others’ memories too!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/go-by-boat/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/-3b_MwJney0
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What was your first job or career? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Accidental Sisters: Katherine Linn Caire’s surprising adoption memoir
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/accidental-sisters/
Ask Nicola Q&A: Your most burning book questions about types of editors
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/types-of-editors/
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
Visual writing: Become a visual storyteller with visual writing techniques
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/visual-writing/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 125: Family stories: Bonus reasons to talk about family history and ancestry
Quick and easy motivation to start a loved one’s life history!
Family stories are great for discovering basic factual information.
However, there are many other reasons that make such conversations rewarding.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How to let family stories flow
* Why talking life history is surprising
* The hidden benefit of chatting family history
* Be excited to talk family stories today!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-stories-bonus/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/YjJMbpac8HY
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s one of your memorable family stories? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
Memory recall: How to fast track remembering childhood memories + long-term memory retrieval
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memoryrecall/
Get set to interview a loved one and record family stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-1/
What a professional journalist knows about conducting life-story interviews
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-2/
Amazing ways to organise and present life-story interview gold
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-3/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 124: My Adventurous Life: Australian Book Industry Awards winner by Dick Smith
Book review: Autobiography of an Aussie entrepreneur, aviator and philanthropist.
My Adventurous Life by Dick Smith is the story of an Australian icon.
And it is the tale of a cheeky, big-hearted explorer who loves a challenge.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How this young Scout grew up and embraced adventure
* The interesting achievements of a provocateur and filmmaker
* Life-story tips from the founder of Australian Geographic
* Learn how giving helps others, our world and feels great!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/my-adventurous-life/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/l09PNKrDAvY
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s one adventure you’ve had? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-202
Diary of a Young Naturalist: British Book Awards winning memoir by Irish teen Dara McAnulty
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/diary-of-a-young-natur
Transcription: How to make writing easier with 3 transcription writing tools
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/transcription/
Lessons learnt: See how easily life lessons can be included in a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lessons-learnt/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to take the headache out of high-resolution images
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/high-resolution-images/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 123: New year’s resolutions: 3 steps to set life-story dreams and goals
Everything you need to know to achieve a new year’s resolution.
The beginning of a new year is a magical time full of possibility.
So why not set new year resolutions for your autobiography, memoir, biography or life-story projects!
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN
* How big dreams inspire new year goals
* SMART ways to attack good new year's resolutions
* Accountability tips to achieve great new year's resolutions
* Make your life-story dream a reality this year!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/new-years-resolutions/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/DxYoD80KobE
⇨ COACHING DEAL
** LAST DAYS!! ** 50% off an introductory coaching call available here
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Join to my mailing list for a free dreams and goals training plus tips, gifts, articles and deals on how to start and finish life stories! Sign up: https://foreveryoungautobiographies.com/sign-up/
⇨ YOUR SAY
What's your new year resolution? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
Family life: How to fast track life stories while raising family
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-life/
Writing accountability: Personal accountability + accountability partners
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/accountable
Realign writing goals: 5 things to remember to reboot writing dreams
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/realign-writing-goals/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 122: Best life stories of 2022: Award-winning books to read over the holidays
How to pick the best books for your 2023 reading list.
Find a perfect holiday read with The Forever Young Autobiographies best life stories of 2022 book list.
Discover stories by adventurers, comedians, artists and much more.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* My Adventurous Life by Dick Smith, Allen & Unwin
* The Mother Wound by Amani Haydar, Pan Macmillan Australia
* Currowan: The Story of a Fire and a Community During Australia’s Worst Summer by Bronwyn Adcock, Black Inc.
* Windswept and Interesting: My Autobiography by Billy Connolly, John Murray Press
* Chasing Me to My Grave: An Artist’s Memoir of the Jim Crow South by the late Winfred Rembert as told to Erin I. Kelly, Bloomsbury
* Reading book recommendations to inspire and enjoy!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2022/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/rJHA7tfhvnI
⇨ HOLIDAY COACHING DEAL
50% off an introductory coaching call available here
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a book suggestion to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
Best life stories of 2020: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2020/
Best books of 2019: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy this summer
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/must-read-2019/
Best books of 2018: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy these holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-books-2018/
Diary of a Young Naturalist: British Book Awards winning memoir by Irish teen Dara McAnulty
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/diary-of-a-young-naturalist/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 121: Best of 2022: Most popular 2022 highlights about creating life stories
Best articles of 2022 about memory palaces, how to start a book, revising and editing plus a neurodegenerative disease memoir ☟ ☟ CLICK FOR LINKS AND INFO ☟ ☟
Thanks for supporting Forever Young Autobiographies during 2022!
Indeed thousands of you have read this year’s articles about starting and finishing life-story projects.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What you should know about mnemonic memory palaces
* Four simple ways to start a book
* How to take the headache out of editing a life story
* Julie Campbell's touching memoir about neurodegenerative disease
* Glean tips from these most-read articles and take action today!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2022/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/tNsg93LReKg
⇨ HOLIDAY COACHING DEAL
50% off an introductory coaching call available here
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s your favourite article from this year? And do you have a show idea for 2023? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best of 2021: Best articles of 2021 you loved about recording life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2021/
Best of 2020: Best articles of 2020 about writing advice + writing tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2020/
Best of 2019: Writing tips + writing advice articles you read most this year
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2019/
Edit: The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
Death and dying: How to have hard conversations for your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/death-and-dying/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 120: Gift ideas: Find the perfect Christmas present for life-story creating
Christmas gift giving and creative presents made easy.
Christmas is a wonderful time to give creative and useful gifts.
Certainly choose a gift to spoil a loved one or treat yourself!
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Secret Santa ideas that won't break the bank
* Christmas gift ideas you will not have thought of
* Christmas wish list suggestions to make life easier
* Creative presents that help leave a legacy
* Buy a gift and boost your creating into the new year!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/gift-ideas/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/Z01cWPQmagE
⇨ HOLIDAY COACHING DEAL
50% off an introductory coaching call available here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What’s on your Christmas gift ideas list this year? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Smart gift ideas: Amazing practical gifts for writers https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/smart-gift-ideas/
Gift giving for writers 2020: See how easily you can get gift giving sorted
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/gift-giving/
Buy a gift: Christmas wish list + secret Santa list for writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/buy-a-gift/
Best online writing tools: Story writing apps and writing programs to try and love
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tools/
Writing and editing: 3 insider coaching call tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-and-editing/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 119: Diary of a Young Naturalist: British Book Awards winning memoir by Irish teen Dara McAnulty
Book review: An amazing dive into the natural world and walking an autistic path.
Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty is a unique story about a teen’s joy and need for nature.
However, it is also a clarion call for us all to reconnect and take action to protect and restore wild animals and places.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Little Toller Books memoir is about
* How nature writing fuels this autistic teenage author
* What we can learn from this young writer to help our own work
* Age is no barrier to creating an impactful life story
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/diary-of-a-young-naturalist/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/Ky6IwNebIL0
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What is your favourite wild animal or place? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
All That She Carried: A National Book Awards winning family story by Tiya Miles
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/all-that-she-carried/
Life-story format ideas: See how easily you can record family stories or a life history
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/
Foreign words: How to clearly write foreign phrases and foreign expressions in 5mins
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/foreign-words/
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/c/ForeverYoungAutobiographies
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 118: Accidental Sisters: Katherine Linn Caire’s surprising adoption memoir
Case study: Siblings’ soul-stirring story 52 years in the making.
‘Accidental Sisters: The story of my 52 year wait to meet my biological sibling’ by Katherine Linn Caire is a crazy and unexpected read.
One mistake on an adoption agency form turned her life upside down and made her question everything.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How a simple medical history request turned into a book
* Fun and challenges of creating this surprise-sister read
* Writing advice and tips from a Nashville author
* Sometimes life stories demand to be revealed
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/accidental-sisters/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/03tp1VPIktU
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Related article - Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
They Don’t Pay Me To Say No: Dean Goodine’s Hollywood star-studded memoir on a life in props
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/they-dont-pay-me-to-say-no/
Related article - Story outline: What is an outline and having life-story topics to write about
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/story-outline/
Related article - Story detail: Identifying key details in a story to make your autobiography shine
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/valuable-detail/
Related article - Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 117: All That She Carried: A National Book Awards winning family story by Tiya Miles
Book review: What you need to know about a South Carolina slavery keepsake that ended up in the Smithsonian.
All That She Carried by Tiya Miles is a heartbreaking story four generations in the making.
In short, it is a tale of loss, luck and love forged from the depths of slavery 170 years ago.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Penguin Random House non-fiction book is about
* Interesting elements of Professor Miles's life-story project
* How women in history can guide our own creating
* Realise items play a powerful part in storytelling
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/all-that-she-carried/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/lA6kWXgd1TU
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Do you have a special family keepsake? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
The Winter Road: Walkley winning true crime by Kate Holden
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-winter-road/
Life-story format ideas: See how easily you can record family stories or a life history
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/
Memory palaces: What you should know about mnemonic memory palaces
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memory-palaces/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 116: Revising and editing: How to take the headache out of editing a life story
Revising and editing: How to take the headache out of editing a life story.
What to include or leave out of a life-story project can be a struggle.
But it is much easier when you have clear direction.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* The importance of knowing why you are starting a life story
* How identifying your audience is crucial
* Focusing on themes helps revising and editing
* To get clear about what stories to include or cut
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/revising-and-editing/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/RVoG4jHcgw4
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Why are you creating a life story? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
Why write: Why is writing important and why do we write
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/understanding-your-why/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to copy edit + CPR for revising and editing your own work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-copy-edit/
Proofreading tips for revising and editing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/proofread/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 115: They Don’t Pay Me To Say No: Dean Goodine’s Hollywood star-studded memoir on a life in props
Case study: Canadian Property Master’s entertaining life story goes behind the scenes of film and TV hits.
They Don't Pay Me To Say No: My Life in Film and Television Props by Dean Goodine details nearly four decades on sets with Hollywood stars.
Certainly this book gives a humorous and sometimes hair-raising account of what it takes to deliver the goods on screen.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What inspired Goodine to create a life story
* How he navigated the creative process
* Ideas and tips for fellow creators
* Life-story lessons are valuable and needed by younger generations
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/they-dont-pay-me-to-say-no/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/SJ4oT4suEFI
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Do you have a story about meeting a celebrity? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Funny stories: See how easily you can be humorous and write a funny story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/funny-story/
Ask Nicola Q&A: Revising and editing autobiography stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/revising-and-editing/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
Book layout: Don't start a book layout without these 7 book-design tips!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/book-layout/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 114: Dad’s memories: A Father’s Day story about interviewing my dad
Case study: How I started recording my father’s memories in 3 steps.
Father’s Day is a wonderful opportunity to spend time with the fathers or father figures in your life.
Certainly make memories and remember stories that can be incorporated into a life-story project.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What prompted me to interview my dad
* How I overcame interview challenges
* The progress we have made so far
* See how easily you can get started recording memories too!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/dads-memories/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch:https://youtu.be/CD_WI52GOsQ
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Do you have a good story or memory of your father to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
Death and dying: How to have hard conversations for your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/death-and-dying/
Writing challenge - part 1: Join in some stay-at-home fun!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-1/
Case study: Helping my 98yo grandmother write her autobiography
Case study: Filmmaker Luke Graham tells powerful father and son story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/sharko/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 113: Genetic memory: Does your life story include genetic memory examples?
How to understand genetic memory theory.
Unique and quirky details come up when you sit down to create a life story.
Indeed there could be a genetic explanation!
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What is the genetic memory definition
* Genetic memory examples
* How does genetic memory work
* Memories are incredible and mysterious!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/genetic-memory/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/AwsB7qDzhQs
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Do you have a genetic memory? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
How does memory work? Your questions answered about what is memory and types of memory
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-does-memory-work/
How to beat memoir writer's block in 8 simple steps
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memories-flowing-at-home/
Memory recall: How to fast track remembering childhood memories + long-term memory retrieval
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memoryrecall/
Music and memories: 3 song memory tricks to use while dancing up a storm!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memories-and-music/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 112: The Winter Road: Walkley winning true crime by Kate Holden
Book review: Behind the headlines of murder, land use and green laws.
The Winter Road by Kate Holden is a home-grown Aussie tragedy about a global dilemma.
In short, who is entitled to benefit from land: humans, plants, animals, or their future generations?
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this life story published by Black Inc is all about
* Interesting ideas about land use and environmental laws
* Writing pointers to help tell your own life story
* See how splitting open one tragedy unleashes deep conversation and change
Please note: If you are affected by this show and want to seek assistance, contact your doctor or health professional for help that suits your specific circumstances. Further resources: Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/, Lifeline Australia https://www.lifeline.org.au/.
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-winter-road/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/naZNNe0tgyQ
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Read a good life story and want to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
Tell Me Why: Award-winning life story by singer-songwriter Archie Roach
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/tell-me-why/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
Tell the truth: The surefire way to out skeletons in the closet
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/tell-the-truth/
Writing characters: If you've already tried creating characters, don't read this. It'll break your heart
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-characters/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 111: How to start a book: 4 simple ways to start a book today
What a writing coach wants you to know about how to start a memoir or life story.
How to start a book about a life can be daunting to us all.
But there are tricks for getting those first few words and stories down.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How to write a better story using guiding questions
* Best sections to start writing first
* How to write a good book by remembering fun times
* Why reverse psychology can help you be a good story writer
* Overcome negative mindsets and get creating!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-a-book/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/uj2GVym-MfI
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Have you started a life-story project yet? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Why write: Why is writing important and why do we write
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/understanding-your-why/
Lessons learnt: See how easily life lessons can be included in a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lessons-learnt/
First draft: Don't start writing a first draft before reading this!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/first-draft/
Motivational quotes: Blitz writing blues with inspirational quotes
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/motivational-quotes/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 110: Writing and editing: 3 insider coaching call tips
Quick and easy life-story fixes from a writing coach.
A good writing and editing coach can be a lifesaver during a life-story project.
In short, they will keep you on track and help improve your work.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How to use editing skills to create interesting story starts
* Life-story coach ideas to boost tone and voice
* Book coach tips for easy-to-read copy
* See how coaching calls can positively transform life stories
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-and-editing/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/YEORjvvMw_o
⇨ SPECIAL DEALS
Did you know I offer exclusive coaching call deals for website subscribers? Sign up to be the first to hear about new articles and offers!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/sign-up/
⇨ YOUR SAY
What coaching tip appeals to you? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Edit: The ultimate guide to polishing your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/edit/
First draft: Don't start writing a first draft before https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/first-draft/
How to write a good story: The flashback, parts of a story and reflective writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/write-good-story/
Ask Nicola Q&A: Revising and editing autobiography stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/revising-and-editing/
Ask Nicola Q&A: How to copy edit + CPR for revising and editing your own work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-copy-edit/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 109: Family life: How to fast track life stories while raising family
Everything you need to know about finding writing time with kids.
As a mum I know kids fill your life with love and responsibility.
But there are definitely ways to navigate this season and make life story progress.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How to sanely find life balance with kids
* My tried and proven writing routine ideas
* Achieve a balanced life with a little help
* Create life stories while looking after children
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-life/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/olE_4A7u_qM
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a family life productivity tip to share with fellow parents or grandparents? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
New year's resolutions: Set top writing dreams and goals
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/new-years-resolutions/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
Writing accountability: Personal accountability + accountability partners
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/accountable
Writing flow: Finding the best places to write your autobiography
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-environment/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories! Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 108: Positive quotes: Motivational thoughts to lift your life-story creating
Best quotes for midyear motivation and inspiration.
Midyear is the perfect time to refocus your life-story goals and projects.
So give your writing and creating an added boost with inspiring positive quotes.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Words of encouragement to get started
* Writing success quotes to inspire a first draft
* Inspirational words for finalising your work
* Get reinvigorated to take action on your life-story project
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/positive-quotes/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/aC8uCnFIw2k
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a positive quote or saying to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Motivational quotes: Blitz writing blues with inspirational quotes
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/motivational-quotes/
Inspirational quotes: 10 positive quotes you should try to boost your writing!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/inspirational-quotes/
Writing quotes: Inspirational quotes + motivational quotes for life-story writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-quotes/
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
♡ Thanks for listening! Please subscribe if you are new and share or review the show if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
G'day! I'm Nicola, the founder of Forever Young Autobiographies. I've been a daily print journalist for decades and know how to create life stories!
Now I help others do the same to share with family and friends so that unique memories live on.
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies
FYA 107: Waves of Life: Jim Hamilton's grateful autobiography of hope
Case study: Californian author's life story rides ups and downs of life.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Why this Brentwood business consultant started writing
* How he wrote this Library Tales Publishing life story
* This hi-tech worker from Palo Alto's top writing tips
* Realise stories can help others successfully ride waves of life
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/waves-of-life/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/_k6LIPS8KE4
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What is one big change or 'big wave' that has hit your life or a loved one's life? I'd love to hear your thoughts. Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Wildflower Girl: Dana Stewart Quinney's adventurous autobiography
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/wildflower-girl/
Life-story interview: How to set-up an interview + family interview tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-stories/
Critique partner: Don't find writing critique partners before reading this!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/critique-partner/
Writing tips: The ultimate guide of life-story tips for new writers
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Writing time: How to schedule time for writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-schedule/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FY 106: Moving Memories: Talking family videos with video producer Nicola Kane
How life-story videos and family history videos can save family memories.
It was wonderful to catch up recently with Moving Memories founder Nicola Kane from New Zealand.
Together we talked about all things life stories and how emotionally engaging legacy videos can be.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* How Nicola's dad inspired her to record family history
* Discover how legacy videos are quick to make
* Why interviewing family members has never been easier
* Consider video storytelling to save memories today
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/moving-memories/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/Yw2oa7wKS_g
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations. FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Who would you like to interview? Your mother, father or another loved one? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Life-story format ideas: See how easily you can record family stories or a life history
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/
Story outline: What is an outline and having life-story topics to write about
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/story-outline/
Life-story interview: How to set-up an interview + family interview tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/family-stories/
Writing challenge - part 1: Join in some stay-at-home fun!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-1/
Writing challenge - part 2: 6 things to remember before you hold a family stories interview
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-challenge-part-2/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 105: Lessons learnt: See how easily life lessons can be included in a life story
Amazing secrets about sharing important life lessons learned.
Life-story projects help us reflect on lessons learnt through our lives.
Certainly this is valuable to us individually and to others, now and in the future.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Why sharing deep life lessons is important
* Topics for valuable life lessons
* How to record your best life lessons
* Working example to learn from the past
* Be generous and share lessons learned in life
Please note: This show has been updated and improved. It was first published November 9, 2018, here https://youtu.be/-SD226a7D20
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lessons-learnt/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/nFjEkAe_PAA
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan a life-story outline. FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What is a life lesson someone has shared with you or you can share with others? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
All the writing advice you need to write a life story today
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-tips/
Why write: Why is writing important and why do we write
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/understanding-your-why/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
Chapters: 3 questions answered about book chapters
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/chapters/
Painful stories: How to write about sad memories and hard conversations
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/painful-stories/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 104: Tell Me Why: Award-winning life story by singer-songwriter Archie Roach
Book review: What you ought to know about this stolen child, storyteller and leader.
Tell Me Why: The story of my life and my music by Archie Roach is about finding family, music and purpose.
Certainly, it is sad and confronting in parts, however, overall it offers an undeniable message of hope and love.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this Simon and Schuster Australia publication is all about
* How this proud Australian Aboriginal won ARIA awards
* Why a child of the Stolen Generations wanted to pen this ABIA-winning life story
* See how memories and stories need to be told!
Please note: If you are affected by this story and want to seek assistance, see: 1800RESPECT https://www.1800respect.org.au/, Kids Help Line http://kidshelpline.com.au/, Lifeline https://www.lifeline.org.au/, Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/tell-me-why/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/2B1Xk5SaLfc
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations - FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Do you have a memory of a parent you would like to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
The Happiest Man on Earth: Bestseller by 100yo Auschwitz survivor Eddie Jaku
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-happiest-man-on-earth/
Painful stories: How to write about sad memories and hard conversations
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/painful-stories/
Memory palaces: What you should know about mnemonic memory palaces
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memory-palaces/
Why write: Why is writing important and why do we write
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/understanding-your-why/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 103: Wildflower Girl: Dana Stewart Quinney's adventurous autobiography
Case study: Idaho field biologist's life story is a surefire nature fix.
Wildflower Girl: A Lifelong Journey Beyond the Trail by Dana Stewart Quinney is a walk on the wild side.
This autobiography is a nostalgic journey of mystery, adventure and the magic of nature.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Why this Sun Valley local started writing
* How she began and finished the Hidden Shelf Publishing House autobiography
* The former USA Army National Guard's fave story
* Discover how childhood can be a treasure trove of memories!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/wildflower-girl/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/jVGEBBsBd-c
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan your life-story book chapters - FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Does your life-story project feature wild childhood memories too? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
Autobiography definition: Plus biography meaning and what a memoir means
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/autobiography-definition/
Memory recall: How to fast track remembering childhood memories + long-term memory retrieval
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memoryrecall/
Super settings: Setting examples and how to write the setting for your life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/setting/
The Butcherbird Sings: Julie Campbell's touching memoir about neurodegenerative disease
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-butcherbird-sings/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 102: Memory palaces: What you should know about mnemonic memory palaces
What you should know about mnemonic memory palaces.
Today's Ask Nicola question focuses on what are memory palaces.
In short, they are wonderfully creative and useful ways to remember almost anything!
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What is a memory palace
* Why use the mind palace technique
* Discover other mnemonic devices
* Harness the power of place to trigger life-story memories
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memory-palaces/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/H8ozPpKLZsM
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations - FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
What best triggers your memories? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
How to beat memoir writer's block in 8 simple steps
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memories-flowing-at-home/
How does memory work? Your questions answered about what is memory and types of memory
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-does-memory-work/
Story detail: Identifying key details in a story to make your autobiography shine
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/valuable-detail/
Music and memories: 3 song memory tricks to use while dancing up a storm!
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/memories-and-music/
Genetic memory: Does your memoir include genetic memory examples?
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/genetic-memory/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to create and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 101: The Happiest Man on Earth: Bestseller by 100yo Auschwitz survivor Eddie Jaku
Book review: Amazing ways to live by a Holocaust survivor.
The Happiest Man on Earth by Eddie Jaku OAM is about his incredible survival of Auschwitz and World War II.
But it is more than this: it is a potent guide and reminder about what's important in life.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* What this WWII memoir is about
* Highlights of this centenarian's life story
* Writing ideas from a Sydney award winner
* How sharing life stories can change hearts and minds!
Please note: If you are affected by this story and want to seek assistance, see: 1800RESPECT https://www.1800respect.org.au/, Kids Help Line http://kidshelpline.com.au/, Lifeline https://www.lifeline.org.au/, Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-happiest-man-on-earth/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/ry2EeBnqrkQ
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan your life-story book chapters - FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What life story are you reading? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
Case study: Helping my 98yo grandmother write her autobiography
Good writing: Writing tips on how to become a better writer (plus writing prompts free training)
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-writing/
Lessons learnt: Writing memoirs full of your best life lessons
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lessons-learnt/
How to write a book title: Catchy headlines and good book titles
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-write-a-book-title/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to write and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 100: The Butcherbird Sings: Julie Campbell's touching memoir about neurodegenerative disease
Case study: What Campbell knows about atypical parkinsonism and corticobasal degeneration.
The Butcherbird Sings: A memoir of hope and help born from a neurodegenerative disease is a poignant read.
However, it’s also a story of love, emotional trauma and recovery.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Why this Yamba local decided to write a life story
* How Campbell finished her Bad Apple Press memoir
* Ideas and tips for writing your own life story
* Turn to life stories for hope and help!
Please note: I am not a doctor and the advice in this show is general in nature. Please contact your doctor or health professional for help that suits your specific circumstances. Further resources: Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/, Lifeline Australia https://www.lifeline.org.au/
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-butcherbird-sings/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/CEmXSD7W2Jg
⇨ FREE GIFT
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations - FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
⇨ YOUR SAY
Does your life-story project focus on a health condition like The Butcherbird Sings? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Publishing: The ultimate guide to publishing a life story
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/publishing/
Case study: Melissa Harris's against-all-odds birth memoir One Pound, Twelve Ounces
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/one-pound-twelve-ounces/
Related article - Ask Nicola Q&A: Your most burning book questions about types of editors
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/types-of-editors/
Death and dying: How to have hard conversations for your writing
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/death-and-dying/
Working with a writing coach: 3 questions to ask when choosing a life-writing teacher
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/working-with-a-writing-coach/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to write and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 99: The Athena Wellness Podcast: Talking storytelling with wellness expert Kathy Robinson
Podcast guest appearance for Wellness Wednesday about how to start writing a life story.
I had a ball on The Athena Wellness Podcast recently with host Kathy Robinson, a coach, wellness expert, author and former corporate America executive.
We discussed a range of life-story topics across two shows. Plus Kathy asked me about my own writing habits and wellness practices.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* Autobiography definition vs memoir definition
* Key storytelling elements and storytelling secrets
* How to start a story about your life as a wellness practice
* Listen to this health-focused and inspiring podcast!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-athena-wellness-podcast/
⇨ PODCAST EPISODES
Click to listen: https://athenawellness.com/podcast
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/rHDoJnV8B3o
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan your life-story book chapters - FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What's your No. 1 wellness practice? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Red Sneaker Writers podcast: Talking life stories with a New York Times bestselling author
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/red-sneaker-writers/
Autobiography definition: Plus biography meaning and what a memoir means
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/autobiography-definition/
What is theme? Get theme definition and theme examples without the work
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/theme/
Good writing: Writing tips on how to become a better writer (plus writing prompts free training)
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-writing/
How to start writing: The ultimate guide about planning to write life stories
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/how-to-start-writing/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE OR REVIEW THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to write and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 98: Best of 2021: Best shows of 2021 you loved about recording life stories
All the 2021 highlights about creating a story outline, a funny story, ISBNs and an infertility memoir.
I'm glad to be back and sitting down to create shows for the website for 2022!
And to start the ball rolling, I reviewed the most popular and best of 2021 Forever Young Autobiographies shows to know what you enjoyed.
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* The power of creating a story outline
* How to write a funny story
* When you need to use an ISBN
* Inspiring birth memoir One Pound, Twelve Ounces
* Tell me what to create next!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2021/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/sWBZWS0jt7k
⇨ FREE GIFTS
Your Family Stories System: Easily capture your loved ones' memories for future generations - FREE sections, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-b5
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan your life-story book chapters - FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
What is your favourite Forever Young Autobiographies show? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Midyear 2021 highlights: Best of 2021 articles and writing tips for beginners
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/2021-highlights/
Best of 2020: Best articles of 2020 about writing advice + writing tips
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2020/
Midyear 2020 highlights: Best of 2020 articles and writing tips for beginners
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/2020-highlights/
Best of 2019: Writing tips + writing advice articles you read most this year
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-of-2019/
Midyear 2019 highlights: Best of 2019 articles and writing tips for beginners
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/2019-highlights/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to write and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w
FYA 97: Best life stories of 2021: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
How to choose must-read books to enjoy this year and into 2022.
The Forever Young Autobiographies best life stories of 2021 book list is full of super holiday reading.
Indeed it has life stories by youngsters to singers and much more!
⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:
* The must-read books of 2021
* Best books of 2021 to scoop literary awards
* Life-story book recommendations from around the world
* Best non-fiction reads by writers age 15 to 100
* Discover the best books to add to your new-year reading list!
⇨ FULL ARTICLE
Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2021/
⇨ VIDEO PODCAST
Click to watch: https://youtu.be/GO3pEzhpNDM
⇨ BIRTHDAY 2021 DEAL
** LAST DAYS!! ** 50% off the Your Family Stories System is available here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/deal/
⇨ FREE GIFT
Structure Success video training: Four steps to plan your life-story book chapters - FREE training, click to sign up: https://wp.me/P8NwjM-3o
⇨ YOUR SAY
Got a book recommendation to share? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/
⇨ RELATED LINKS
Best life stories of 2020: Award-winning books to read this holiday season
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-life-stories-of-2020/
Best books of 2019: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy this summer
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/must-read-2019/
Best books of 2018: Must-read books about life stories to enjoy these holidays
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/best-books-2018/
Book review: Anxiousness, hope and Your Own Kind of Girl by musician Clare Bowditch
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/clare-bowditch/
Book review: Biography The Dead Are Arising: The Life of Malcolm X, a leader in racial equality
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/the-dead-are-arising/
♡ Thanks for listening - PLEASE SUBSCRIBE if you are new and SHARE THE SHOW if you found it helpful!
Happy writing!
⇨ ABOUT ME
Hi and welcome! My name is Nicola and I help you learn how to write and self-publish life stories for family and friends so that unique memories live on.
For decades I've told thousands of people's stories as a print journalist and would love to hear yours!
⇨ WEBSITE
https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com
⇨ YOUTUBE
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w