Welcome to Our Exclusive Self-Study Course

 

In this course, you'll embark on a journey to bring your memoir to life.

Over five transformative modules, you'll refine your book's creative and organisational aspects, ensuring it becomes your envisioned masterpiece. With these comprehensive guided course notes, you'll receive insights to help you with your memoir journey.

 

The course will cover a range of essential topics, including:

    ––  The basic craft of memoir writing
    ––  Finding your theme and voice
    ––  Outlining and plotting your memoir
    ––  Goal setting to make the writing manageable
    ––  Establishing your characters 
    ––  Writing scenes vs summaries
    ––  Common mistakes to avoid
    ––  Guidance after completing your memoir as an indie author

To get started...

Please sign up and click the button below to order your course notes.

Course Overview

Investment: ZAR 3,750 or US$210

This is a total once-off investment.
 

Number of Modules: 5

Each module includes six lessons with course notes for you to keep.

Hi I'm Anna

I'm a creative writer. I'm deeply connected to the transformative power of writing, particularly memoir writing. I believe that through memoir writing, individuals not only preserve their legacy but also embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing.

Having recently completed a course on memoir writing with distinction, I am currently working through my memoir.

I published my book, "10,000 Steps Towards Me," in 2021. After doing so, I noticed that others dreamed of writing a book but were too busy with their daily lives or didn’t know where to start. Determined to make their dreams a reality, I started Impact Storyteller in 2022.

How does it work?

  • Once you purchase the course, you will be able to download all your modules immediately.
  • We recommend taking a month to go through each module to gain the maximum benefit and momentum to complete your memoir.

When can I start?

  • You can enrol at any time as this is a self-study course that you complete in your own time and on your own.

Who is this course for?

  • If you're a first-time writer dreaming of indie publishing your story, this course is made for you, no matter where you're writing from.


Module Breakdown

Module 1: Memoir Starting Point

Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: What is a memoir?
Lesson 3: Find your story
Lesson 4: Your voice and writing style
Lesson 5: Your theme
Lesson 6: Your writing schedule and goals


Module 2: Developing Your Memoir

Lesson 1: Your memoir format and outline
Lesson 2: What is plot?
Lesson 3: The protagonist
Lesson 4: Point of view
Lesson 5: Characters
Lesson 6: Research
 

Module 3: Composing Your Memoir

Lesson 1: Show don’t tell
Lesson 2: Writing scenes vs summaries
Lesson 3: Incorporating dialogue
Lesson 4: Incorporating setting
Lesson 5: Tense
Lesson 6: Creating dynamic beginnings and endings
 

Module 4: Refining Your Memoir

Lesson 1: The second draft – write for the reader
Lesson 2: Titles and chapter headings
Lesson 3: Review for descriptive writing
Lesson 4: Review scenes, summaries and reflections
Lesson 5: Review for theme and story alignment, and close character loops
Lesson 6: Common mistakes to avoid
 

Module 5: Guidance after Completing Your Memoir as an Indie Author

Lesson 1: External editing of your manuscript
Lesson 2: Options to publish your memoir
Lesson 3: Building a personal brand around your book
Lesson 4: Considering a book launch?
Lesson 5: Tools to aid in book sales
Lesson 6: What's next after this book?

Enrolment requirements

  1. Good English writing skills.
  2. A book idea to work with during the course.
  3. Passion for reading.
  4. Good command of the English language.
  5. Basic computer skills.
  6. No prior tertiary qualifications are needed.
  7. Dedication and commitment to improvement.

FAQs

Can I get a refund if I'm unhappy with my purchase?
  • If you are unsatisfied with your course material reach out to us and simply ask for a refund within 30 days.
Can I purchase coaching alongside the course?
  • Absolutely! If you find yourself in need of coaching, please contact me directly to upgrade you to this offering at any time.
What would the upgrade to coaching entail?
  • Coaching would enable you to access feedback on your written action items for each module, have four to six online coaching calls via Zoom, and feedback on your manuscript of up to 15,000 words.