From Memories to Manuscript

A 4-Week Guided Journey for First-Time Memoir Writers

Your Story Starts Here

You’ve been carrying this story for a long time.

You know the memories matter—but when you sit down to write, you’re not sure where to begin.

You start one scene, then jump to another.

You second-guess what belongs—and what doesn’t.

And slowly, the blank page starts to feel heavier than the story itself.

This is where Memories to Manuscript comes in.

TELL ME MORE!

Hi, I'm Marian.

I know what it's like to feel called to write your life story but then push off the dream when your clarity and confidence start to waver.

I've helped scores of first-time writers go from feeling unfocused and unsure to clear, confident, and equipped to write their memoirs. And I can help you, too!

In Memories to Manuscript, you’ll:

Identify and organize your most important moments into a cohesive, compelling story.
Learn how to bring your memories alive on the page using proven storytelling techniques.
Find the secrets to starting strong—and sustaining a regular writing habit that carries you all the way to the last page.

This Course Is for You If…

You feel called to write your memoir—but are overwhelmed wondering where to start.
You have plenty of memories, journals, or life experiences—but no clear structure.
You’ve tried writing before and lost momentum.
You want guidance that’s supportive, practical, and grounded in craft.
You don’t want to just write memories—you want to shape a real book.

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You just need a clear starting place—and someone to walk with you.

I'm Ready to Start!

📅 Schedule

Feb 9–Mar 2, 2026

Live Teaching Sessions: Mondays, 6:00–7:30 pm CT

💻 All sessions are hosted online via Zoom

🎥 Replays available for every session

Week 1 - Find Your Focus

Discover who you’re writing for, what your story is really about, and why it matters.

Week 2 - Discover Your Story

Grab your Post-Its for a pivotal points speed-round to uncover key life moments.

Week 3: Storytelling Techniques

Learn how to craft page-turning scenes that are authentic and engaging.

Week 4: Editing Basics

Tips and tricks for revising your drafts, refining your story, and seeking constructive feedback.

In just four weeks, you'll...

Find your focus and clarify the heart of your memoir
Shape your memories into a meaningful narrative arc
Draft real scenes that bring your story to life on the page
Build confidence and momentum to keep writing beyond the course
Leave with a clear roadmap for continuing your memoir (and the tools) to keep going

Ready to Begin?

Join me inside the course!

🎉 Register now!

$97

(early-bird rate; reg $127)

⏰ Hurry! We begin February 9, 2026!

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From Memories to Manuscript

A 4-Week Guided Journey for First-Time Memoir Writers

Your Story Starts Here

You’ve been carrying this story for a long time.

You know the memories matter—but when you sit down to write, you’re not sure where to begin.

You start one scene, then jump to another.

You second-guess what belongs—and what doesn’t.

And slowly, the blank page starts to feel heavier than the story itself.

This is where Memories to Manuscript comes in.

Hi, I'm Marian.

I know what it's like to feel called to write your life story but then push off the dream when your clarity and confidence start to waver.

I've helped scores of first-time writers go from feeling unfocused and unsure to clear, confident, and equipped to write their memoirs. And I can help you, too!

In Memories to Manuscript, you’ll:

Identify and organize your most important moments into a cohesive, compelling story.

Learn how to bring your memories alive on the page using proven storytelling techniques.

Find the secrets to starting strong—and sustaining a regular writing habit that carries you all the way to the last page.

This Course Is for You If…

You feel called to write your memoir—but are overwhelmed wondering where to start.

You have plenty of memories, journals, or life experiences—but no clear structure.

You’ve tried writing before and lost momentum.

You want guidance that’s supportive, practical, and grounded in craft.

You don’t want to just write memories—you want to shape a real book.