The Writing at the Red House Podcast

The Different Types of Memoir with Susy Flory

Show Notes

Kathi continues her insightful discussion with memoir expert and two-time New York Times best-selling author Susy Flory about what the seven different types of memoir are and which type fits you, as an author, best. If you’ve ever wondered what type of memoir you should be writing, you won’t want to miss this chat about the last four categories:

  1. Episodic or Devotional Memoir
  2. Stunt Memoir
  3. Prescriptive Memoir
  4. Public or Professional Memoir

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In today’s episode, you will know:
  • What memoir style is right for you
  • The best examples of each type of memoir
  • How your story can best be told as a memoir writer
Join Susy and Kathi for Writing at the Red House Everything Memoir Retreat

Do you have a true story to write? If so, “Everything Memoir” Writing at the Red House Retreat is for you. Learn from industry experts and featured writers in residence, Susy Flory and Kathi Lipp, as they take you through the ins and outs of crafting your unique true story and how to best share you and your story with the world.

Find Out More

Resources, mentions, and books to check out:

Susy Flory http://www.susyflory.com

Everything Memoir FB group https://www.facebook.com/groups/everythingmemoir/

The Polygamist’s Daughter

Educated

Miracle on Voodoo Mountain

Wild

A Walk in the Woods

Sober Mercies (Kathi called it Sober Boots in the podcast)

Girl Meets God

Thunder Dog

Year of Living Biblically

A Year of Biblical Womanhood

Girl, Wash Your Face

From the Ground Up: A Journey to Reimagine the Promise of America

Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike

Me, Myself, and Bob: A True Story About Dreams, God, and Talking Vegetables

   

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Welcome to The Writing at the Red House Podcast where we gather at the table to break bread and tell tales with some of our favorite writers and speakers. Our heart is to equip and encourage men and women to be the communicators God has created them to be.