67. Memoir writing tips: Transforming journal entries into a book w/ Sarah Birnbach

Curious about transforming journaling entries into a published memoir?

Joining us today is Sarah Birnbach, author of the memoir "A Daughter's Kaddish." Sarah shares her surprising journey from journal facilitator to published author and how journaling helped her heal through grief.

But the question remains: How do you take those raw, personal entries and turn them into a compelling memoir?

In this episode, Sarah shares her secrets! You'll hear:

• Tips for overcoming overwhelm and getting your ideas on the page
• The unexpected ways grief can inspire powerful narratives
• Strategies for crafting a memoir that resonates with readers

Get ready to hear Sarah's top journaling tips and advice for crafting a memoir from your own journal entries.

Topics discussed in this episode: 

• Top 3 tips for journaling
• Writing about grief
• 22 years from start to finish
• Surprises about writing a memoir
• Dialog tips
• Finding a good writing group
• Books on craft

Get her book:

• A Daughter’s Kaddish: https://sarahbirnbach.com/books/a-daughters-kaddish/

Connect with Sarah: 

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/sarah_birnbach  
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sarahsheilabirnbach/ 
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahsheilabirnbach  
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah.birnbach/ 

Books discussed during the show: 

• The Emotional Craft of Fiction: How to Write the Story Beneath the Surface by Donald Maass

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