One ARIA Award winner's memoir about dieting, breakdowns and beating anxious thoughts.

Clare Bowditch is well known as a musical celebrity but Your Own Kind of Girl: The stories we tell ourselves and what happens when we believe them, clearly shows there is much more to this star.

Indeed the book is a heartfelt and honest read that tackles difficult topics with bravery, empathy and care.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* What this popular Allen & Unwin read is all about

* How this ARIA winner struggled with causes of anxiety and a major breakdown in her youth

* What you can learn from this Australian Book Industry Awards best new writer

* See how life stories give hope and help to others

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/

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/clare-bowditch/

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⇨ 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

How to deal sanely with publishing errors and bad editing in 4 steps.

Sitting down to write a life story is a staged effort that takes time and care.

However, despite the most rigorous writing and editing process, copy and layout errors in print will always occur.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* Use time to topple typo tantrums

* Discover how perspective is magic for a misprint

* What readers think of book typos

* The ultimate fallback for publishing mistakes

* Relax, smile and survive book errors!

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⇨ YOUR SAY

What printing clangers have you seen? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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⇨ 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

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The amazing story of how one family of Indian heritage survived life under apartheid and moved to America.

The Moonsamy family members are humbled and thankful to those who take the time to read their stories.

They said their Amazon Best Sellers book had allowed them to share their message, reconnect with old friends and opened their world to many new friends.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* How the book project began and spans stories from three continents: India, South Africa and the USA

* The life story's rewards and challenges, including stories of apartheid and South African history

* What you need to know to create a similar family book

* Work together to record a legacy of your family stories!

Please note: I should have said five grandchildren not five great-grandchildren during this show. Sorry for this error.

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/moonsamy/

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⇨ YOUR SAY

Where did your family come from? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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⇨ 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

⇨ FACEBOOK

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Ask Nicola Q&A: What a life-story coach knows about book print run numbers + print numbers.

What a fantastic problem to have: deciding how many life stories to print!

But getting a final print run right depends on a number of factors.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* The importance of proofreader or advance reader copies

* Budgeting and estimating copies for friends and family

* Who else could value from a book donation

* Stress less and save money by printing the right number of books!

⇨ FULL ARTICLE

Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/print-run/

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⇨ YOUR SAY

Are you getting ready to print a book? Tell me about it! Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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⇨ 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!

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https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com

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Quick and easy ways to character build, write character traits + show not tell.

Mums are one of the most important characters in our lives.

So this Mother's Day, give your mum the gift of preserving her as a VIP character in your life story.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* Who are characters in a life story

* What facts help create a character

* Why character setting is so crucial

* How to use 'show not tell' for character building

* Write characters who are memorable and sparkle on the page!

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/writing-characters/

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⇨ YOUR SAY

Had a go writing characters? Send me an example! I'd love to read your work. Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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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!

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Everything you need to know to write about the birth of a child or giving birth.

Birth stories have to be one of my favourite topics to write about.

I am always amazed by the anecdotes, connections and coincidences that are uncovered.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* Helpful research sources for childbirth stories

* Ideas to start writing about a pregnancy or childbirth

* How to write about having a baby and labour stories

* Writing tips to finish a birth experience story

* Write a baby story that captivates readers

Please note: In some instances, birth stories can be very difficult to write about. 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. Beyondblue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/, Lifeline Australia https://www.lifeline.org.au/

Please note: This show has been updated and improved. It was first published October 19, 2018, here https://youtu.be/E3Qb3X_yQxQ

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/birthstories/

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⇨ YOUR SAY

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⇨ 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

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⇨ FACEBOOK

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How to make your writing more captivating (AKA not boring!) in 3 steps.

Writing an interesting life story for others isn't mission impossible.

By keeping a few key writing techniques in mind you can create a page-turner!

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* How to write a good story

* Tips for using dialogue in a story

* Creative writing techniques for setting and characters

* Ideas for suspense stories

* Try these can-do ideas to write interesting stories!

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/good-story/

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⇨ YOUR SAY

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⇨ 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

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⇨ YOUTUBE

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w

The amazing travel story of a motorbike trip from New Delhi to find the Hindu goddess Kali.

Untethered is a suspenseful and truthful life story about adventure and finding self.

While C. L. Stambush's triumphant journey as a woman alone in 1997 took grit, so too did finishing this travel memoir in 2021!

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* The behind-the-scenes story of this India travel story

* Why and how this solo traveller got writing

* Struggles, rewards and writing tips gleaned from this project of self discovery

* Get your life-story writing motivation firing like a Royal Enfield Bullet motorcycle!

⇨ FULL ARTICLE

Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/untethered/

⇨ VIDEO PODCAST

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⇨ YOUR SAY

Do you have a favourite travel memory or story? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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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!

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⇨ YOUTUBE

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Ways you ought to know to gather your family stories and family history.

This week I'm encouraging everyone to record your family stories.

But whatever life-story format option you choose the most important thing is to get started!

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* To get started with a life-story interview recording

* Use transcription to make a family interview accessible

* Creatively use words and images to document family stories

* Cut the fuss and up the fun to record family stories ASAP!

⇨ FULL ARTICLE

Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/life-story-format/

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Click to watch: https://youtu.be/fega4U4Hylw

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⇨ YOUR SAY

What life-story format are you going to use to record a life story? Leave me a comment below or here https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/contact/

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Life in pictures: Make a life-story scrapbook album in 3 easy steps

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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

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⇨ YOUTUBE

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w

The easy way to understand the New York Times bestseller released by Bloomsbury.

Three Women by Lisa Taddeo is a unique and powerful biography for men and women.

It lives up to the hype of being a revealing and addictive page-turner.

⇨ YOU WILL LEARN:

* What the Sunday Times bestseller is all about

* Highlights from the British Book Awards winning work

* Writing ideas that could help your project

* Draw inspiration from Taddeo to record a raw and unexpected life story!

Please note: 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/

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Click to read: https://www.foreveryoungautobiographies.com/lisa-taddeo/

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⇨ 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

⇨ FACEBOOK

https://www.facebook.com/foreveryoungautobiographies

⇨ YOUTUBE

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6nfZWWTeRpBWMcxluLDa-w