Memoir Program
Learn how to write, publish, & market a memoir
Get step-by-step coaching designed to help you tell your personal story in a powerful, published memoir.
4.9 out of 5 Google Reviews
11-module course
101 customized lessons
3 Months
at 10 hours a week
All levels
No experience required
Flexible Schedule
Learn at your own pace
11-module course
101 customized lessons
3 Months
at 10 hours a week
All levels
No related experience required
Flexible Schedule
Learn at your own pace
Your story matters. The Memoir & Storytelling program is your guide to writing, publishing, and launching a personal story that resonates with readers. Inspire others, leave a legacy, or simply make sense of what you’ve lived through, this program gives you the structure and support to do it right.
We’ll help you find your central message, shape your experiences into a compelling narrative, and finish your manuscript with confidence. From there, we walk you through the publishing process: cover design, formatting, distribution, launch strategy, and everything in between. You’ll work with a coach who understands memoir writing and knows how to guide you through personal storytelling with honesty and impact.
This isn’t just a course. It’s a full support system with expert coaching, done-for-you publishing help, and a tight-knit support community of hundreds of other authors. If you’re ready to finally tell your story, and tell it well, you’re in the right place.
How it works
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Get instant course access and start your book journey
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Join 1:1 and group coaching calls to guide you through the process
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Publish your book, and celebrate becoming an author!
2.
Get instant course access and start your book journey
3.
Join 1:1 and group coaching calls to guide you through the process
4.
Publish your book, and celebrate becoming an author!
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Numbers that tell our story
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Numbers that tell our story
The numbers don’t lie. We’ve taught thousands of authors just like you how to succeed in self-publishing.
250K+
Community Members
8000+
Published Students
1000+
Bestselling Authors
What you get
1-1 Coaching
Book Cover Design
Marketing Materials
Optimized Book Description
Digital Course Access
Professional Book Layout
Launch Strategy
Keyword & Category
Author Community
ISBN Assignment
Global Book Distribution
Full Ownership Rights
1-1 Coaching
Meet your coaches
Karen Pina
Over 30 years of leadership in ministry, business, and publishing. Author of 15 books, certified coach, and seasoned entrepreneur. Her focus is on helping leaders, nonprofits, and business builders grow through writing, course creation, and personal development.
Kurt Bubna
Seasoned author, speaker, and leadership coach with experience in traditional, hybrid, and self-publishing. His eight published books span memoir, self-help, devotional, and fiction. A certified coach and international speaker, he helps authors write transformative books rooted in personal growth and leadership.
Allison Davis
Author of Beyond Comfort Zones and founder of Open Heart Inclusion. She specializes in business and DE&I-focused books, speaking, and coaching, supporting authors in writing purposeful, impactful work across both nonfiction and fiction.
Ali Tugwell
Certified professional coach, bestselling author, and founder of the spoken word series Punspoken. She supports nonfiction writers with book strategy, marketing funnels, and creative momentum.
Digital Course Access
Memoir & Storytelling
11 Modules | 101 Lessons
Orientation
5 lessons
What you'll learn
- Tour of your author platform
- Customer support
- How to use zoom
- Before your first coaching call
Module 1: Writing Memoir
10 lessons
What you'll learn
- Memoir as storytelling
- Memoir structure
- Memoir vs. self-help vs. biography
- The 3 rules to writing a memoir
Module 2: Research
5 lessons
What you'll learn
- Tier ones
- Getting started with research
- Research tools
- Hotspots
Module 3: The Principles of Storytelling part 1
8 lessons
What you'll learn
- Writing milestones
- Style
- Conquering writer's block
- Story structure
Module 4: The Principles of Storytelling part 2
8 lessons
What you'll learn
- Action/Reaction
- First lines and chapters
- Hooks
- The right amount of description
Module 5: Characters, Setting, & Research
9 lessons
What you'll learn
- Establishing connection & empathy
- Proactive vs. reactive
- Fundamentals of setting
- Dripping out information
Module 6: The Writer's Mindset
9 lessons
What you'll learn
- Writing habits
- Average word count
- Read, read, read
- Your best work is still ahead
Module 7: Self-Editing
9 lessons
What you'll learn
- The 3 rounds of editing
- What it means to be well-written
- Everything they need to know
- How long self-editing should take
Module 8: Hiring an Editor
11 lessons
What you'll learn
- Beta readers
- Hiring an editor
- How to receive feedback
- How to know you're ready
Module 9: Getting Ready to Publish
9 lessons
What you'll learn
- The reasons someone will buy your book
- Covers & titles
- Book formatting
- Getting your ISBN
Module 10: Publishing
6 lessons
What you'll learn
- Categories & keywords
- Publishing checklist
- Setting up your first promotion
- Hitting publish
Module 11: Launch Teams, Launch Calendars, & Marketing
12 lessons
What you'll learn
- The importance of launch teams
- Marketer's mindset
- When to launch
- Building a community
Author Community
Join a vibrant community of self-publishing authors who share tips, support, and inspiration!
Author Community
Join a vibrant community of self-publishing authors who share tips, support, and inspiration!
Our membership experience
Our membership experience
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Frequently asked questions
Still have questions? The best way to get them answered is by booking a strategy call with one of our publishing strategists.
I’ve read that you provide some “Done for You” services. What does that include?
We design your cover, get you an ISBN, format your book, and publish it to Amazon for you. These are things other companies charge thousands of dollars extra for, and they become roadblocks to getting your books in readers’ hands. Our goal is to give you all the best features of traditional publishing while allowing you to maintain 100% of the rights, royalties, and creative freedom you typically give up with a traditional publisher.
Do you help me even if my book is already written?
Yes! We have several programs designed to serve authors with different needs, coming to us at different phases of their journey.
Are you a publishing house?
No, and this is the best part! We self-publish your book for you, giving you the best of both worlds. We do the work of a traditional publishing house, but you maintain 100% of the rights, royalties, and all of the other benefits of self-publishing.
Do I have to book a call in order to get started?
Yes. Part of our enrollment process includes a 1-hour call with a publishing strategist to make sure you’re a good fit for us, we’re a good fit for you, and to get you started in the right program and with the right coach to fit your needs.
Do you take royalties from my published book?
Absolutely not. You keep 100% of the profits you make from your book royalties.
Do you offer payment plans for your programs?
Yes. Programs can be purchased in full or paid over time.
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