Jesse Leon, SDWF memoirist of the year, will do a short reading from his stellar memoir, I’m Not Broken and then discuss the path he took to write it all down fearlessly. ABOUT I’M NOT BROKEN In this unflinching and inspiring memoir, Jesse Leon tells an extraordinary story of resilience and survival, shining a light […]
Join us to discuss “Writing about Secrets, Drug Use, and the Path to Publish Traditionally” with Laura Cathcart Robbins, Author of Stash. Purchase Stash from Warwick’s here Zoom Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82455304639?pwd=QjBxK1E1ZXVKUFZRcU1MbnlCUGFVQT09 Meeting ID: 824 5530 4639 Passcode: IMWA2023 Facebook LIVE Link: https://fb.me/e/2VwWCRNkD?mibextid=RQdjqZ “An irresistibly delicious story.” —Holly Whitaker, New York Times bestselling author A propulsive and vivid memoir—in […]
Khabaar is a food memoir and personal narrative that braids the global journeys of South Asian food through immigration, migration, and indenture. Focusing on chefs, home cooks, and food stall owners, the book questions what it means to belong and what does belonging in a new place look like in the foods carried over from the […]
Are you interested in writing a piece for the Memoir Showcase but aren’t sure how to begin? “How to Write a Winning Memoir Showcase,” with Tracy and Marni, can help! These powerhouse editors have all the tips you’ll need to get your story in shape. This class is $7 for non members and FREE for […]
Wondering how the world of author publicity works? Thinking you have to spend a lot of money? Wondering if there are steps you can take on your own? Join expert book publicists Julia Wouk Brown and Tricia Hedman who will present ideas on how to get your book the visibility it needs. Tips on both […]
Join us for a fundraiser event benefiting the International Memoir Writers Association and the San Diego Writers Festival. The ticket includes drinks, appetizers, live music, open mic, and more! Space is limited so get your tickets today. Private location to be disclosed to ticketholders. Purchase tickets here
Join us for an insightful discussion about how to get traumatic events onto the page and how to take care of yourself when visiting the dark side of memoir.
