“Memory into Memoir takes the writer directly into their own lived experience with prompts that simultaneously tap into the source of the material (the memory) and help the writer develop the craft of storytelling. Kalpakian’s approach to using the past as the writing teacher is unique, and—I can promise–it works!”—Cami Ostman, founder of the Narrative Project and author of Second Wind: One Woman’s Midlife Quest to Run Seven Marathons on Seven Continents
“This handbook on how to write memoir is more than clear and friendly, it is positively illuminating. . . . Anyone beginning a memoir—or floundering about in the middle or even toward the end—will thank their lucky stars to get Laura Kalpakian’s guide in their hands.”—Priscilla Long, author of The Writer’s Portable Mentor: A Guide to Art, Craft, and the Writing Life
“Memory into Memoir is a much-needed book from a master teacher.”—Dawn Anahid MacKeen, author of The Hundred-Year Walk: An Armenian Odyssey
“Laura Kalpakian is a talented writer who shares her knowledge in Memory into Memoir, a tutorial memoir. While guiding the reader through the process of Describe, Develop, and Create, enhanced with excellent examples throughout, she includes the stories of her life.”—Alice B. Acheson, Independent Book Marketing and Publishing Specialist
