Memoir Studio

03/05/2026

Michael Williams shares how his memory of the old folks sitting around the kitchen table telling stories inspired the Memoir Studio.

Michael Williams tells the story behind the founding of the Memoir Studio and why he chose the idea of a space over his personality as a way of inviting his audience to write.

03/01/2026

How to deal with family secrets in a memoir.

Family secrets have a way of hovering at the edges of our stories. And if you’re a woman 55+ (or honestly, any age with lived experience and a sharp memory), you may be the one holding the threads.

02/18/2026

Don't let your stories disappear.

02/18/2026

02/17/2026

You’re warmly invited to a Lunch & Learn on How to Write Your Obituary—a thoughtful (and surprisingly uplifting!) conversation about reflecting on your life and story. Come curious, come relaxed, and enjoy a welcoming space to listen, learn, and ask questions.

Registration is required. Please register by emailing office@stmarks.on.ca
or calling (519) 752-6451.
Lunch begins at 12:00 p.m., with the talk starting at 1:00 p.m.

02/15/2026

I am thrilled to be one of the featured speakers at the upcoming Edinburgh International Centre for Spirituality and Peace forum entitled "Therapeutic Storytelling: Towards Transformation, Healing, and Renewal."

I will be joined by an esteemed panel of speakers including, Dr Alida Gersie, Dr Sue Jennings, Nancy Mellon, and Susan Perrow. Our Chair will be none other than Dr Donald Smith, founding Director of the Scottish Storytelling Centre and the Scottish International Storytelling Festival.

Click on the link to learn more and register (only £10). Wednesday, March 4th, 2026 at 2pm EST / 7pm UK time.

The EICSP is an events-led Scottish charity, which works with the world's spiritual traditions, both in Scotland and internationally.

02/14/2026

New 6-session memoir writing course starts next week. Join today and prepare to write the stories you've always wanted to tell. Two pages (or more) at a time.

Memoir-writing course for beginners and aspiring writers.

02/10/2026

Become a Memoir Studio supporter and receive our Weekly Writing Prompts + other resources.

02/06/2026

I'm not particularly religious but this lifted my spirits this morning. I hope it lifts yours.
https://open.spotify.com/track/1ZQvwD5Mo2tnR6mf2fkseQ?si=78aee44de66b47a8

Jess Ray · MATIN: Rest · Song · 2024