Book Publishing Services

Life-Story Books/Writing & Editing/Authors' Manuscripts

 

If you want to share a detailed account of your life, but writing does not appeal to you, an as-told-to life-story book or memoir is probably the most appropriate format. Through a series of audio-interviews, the Memory Works will create a manuscript in your voice that reflects your personality, wisdom, and values.

 

The Process

 

During our first meeting, we will give you a list of pre-interview questions. This questionnaire is important, as it provides us with specific names and dates that are important to you. It also provides us with a roadmap for your interviews.

 

A full-length life-story usually requires 10 hours of interview time. Relaxed and informal, these meetings are more like conversations than formal interviews. Typically, we schedule our interviews in two-hour segments at your home. But we can also schedule two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon, if that better suits the situation.

 

Next, a transcriber transcribes the interviews, paying particular attention to nuance and meaning.

 

Then the editing will begin. The verbatim transcript is organized and edited into a first-person narrative that retains your true voice. When several chapters or sections have been completed, we will ask you to review them and sign off on our approach and writing style.

 

Once the first draft has been completed, you will review it carefully, making corrections and additions. At this time, we will begin choosing appropriate photos and documents to be used in the finished book. Then it's time for book production.

 

Special Note: Some people may have more photos and documents than stories to share, and for them a Photo Memoir book may be more appropriate.

 

Author's Manuscripts

 

Whether you are a seasoned author or are writing for the first time, the Memory Works can help you get your manuscript into print.

 

Even the most experienced writers understand the importance of a fresh eye. Editors have the ability to catch organizational problems, style problems, as well as typographical errors. We provide copy-editing and content editing services, always paying special attention to your unique voice and style.

 

Finally, we will proofread your manuscript to assure that your book is the best it can be before it goes to print.