What if you don’t need to write an entire memoir—but just one powerful story that captures a moment of change?
In this final episode of the Write Your Story series, Jen guides you through how to craft one personal narrative that holds the emotional depth and power of a full-length book. Whether you’re brand new to writing or deep into your draft, this episode will help you zoom in on a life-shaping moment and tell it with clarity and heart.
✨ What’s inside:
- A grounding meditation to connect to your voice
- How to write a 250-word pitch or query
- How to draft a compelling “back cover blurb”
- Memoir mini-structure tips that make a single story sing
- Revision tools to make your writing sharper and more resonant
- A few gentle yoga stretches to help your creativity flow
- Resources for what to do after your story is written
This isn’t goodbye—it’s a turning point. Your voice matters. Your story matters. Let’s write about the one that changed everything.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- The Memoir Project by Marion Roach Smith – Honest, practical guidance.
- ProWritingAid.com – Amazing editing tool.
- The Art of Memoir by Mary Karr – Raw and real advice.
- Submittable.com – For sending your story into the world.
📥 Download the free companion worksheet: www.jennifer-chambers.com
💌 Want to share your story or thoughts? Email Jen at jbchambersmail@gmail.com or visit www.jennifer-chambers.com
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Jennifer Chambers
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