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4 steps to take before writing your memoir
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- Jan 27, 2026
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Summary
Writing a memoir stirs up a whole mix of emotions—excitement, fear, anticipation, and the quiet urge to wait “just a little longer.” Many writers worry about starting too soon, but waiting too long carries its own risks. Memoir is deeply personal, year long work, and stepping into it can feel vulnerable.In this video, we’re breaking down the four foundational steps that help transform early anxieties into creative momentum. These are the same shifts we see again and again in our group program—where writers discover that once they move past the initial hurdle, the process becomes clearer, steadier, and far less intimidating.If you’ve been imagining your book but hesitating to begin, this episode will help you understand why those feelings might actually be signs that you’re ready.Part of the process of becoming a writer is learning how to read like a writer--to see the bones of structure and past the words to what choices the author is making and why they are (or aren't) working in the interest of the story. That's why Page and Podium is excited to announce our upcoming new Memoir Method Book Club, where each month we will be reading and examining a memoir with a writer's eye to learn more about what we can apply (or avoid) in our own work. 📅 New videos every Tuesday - subscribe and never miss an update!Timestamps:1:30- Where the fear of starting comes from4:30- Tell your story!9:00- Speak to professionals14:30- Make a budget for your support17:30- Establish a support system👉 **Follow Us:**- **LinkedIn:** [Page and Podium Press](https://www.linkedin.com/company/page-and-podium-press/)- **Facebook:** [Page and Podium Press](https://www.facebook.com/pageandpodiumpress)- **Instagram:** [@pageandpodiumpress](https://www.instagram.com/pageandpodiumpress/)🎵 Music I Use: Benso…