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Mentioned in 9 episodes
The Art of Memoir
Book • 2015
In 'The Art of Memoir', Mary Karr synthesizes her expertise as a professor, writer, and spiritual seeker to provide a comprehensive guide on the art and mechanics of memoir writing.
The book is anchored by excerpts from her favorite memoirs and anecdotes from fellow writers, offering practical advice on truthfulness, voice, and the structure of memoirs.
Karr emphasizes the importance of honesty, the democratic nature of memoir writing, and the cathartic power of reflecting on the past.
She critiques several influential memoirs, including works by Richard Wright, Vladimir Nabokov, and Maya Angelou, and provides valuable tips for aspiring memoirists on how to stage their stories effectively.
The book is anchored by excerpts from her favorite memoirs and anecdotes from fellow writers, offering practical advice on truthfulness, voice, and the structure of memoirs.
Karr emphasizes the importance of honesty, the democratic nature of memoir writing, and the cathartic power of reflecting on the past.
She critiques several influential memoirs, including works by Richard Wright, Vladimir Nabokov, and Maya Angelou, and provides valuable tips for aspiring memoirists on how to stage their stories effectively.
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Tim Ferriss
Mary Karr
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#745: Rick Rubin and Mary Karr
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Tim Ferriss
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#430: Elizabeth Gilbert’s Creative Path: Saying No, Trusting Your Intuition, Index Cards, Integrity Checks, Grief, Awe, and Much More
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John Michael Greer
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Memory, Mentats & Mental Mastery with John Michael Greer
Mentioned by James Altucher as a resource for learning about memoir writing.
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How to Write Your Own Best-Selling Autobiography: Part 2 – Crafting Your Life Story with Impact
Recommended by Mary Carr for advice on how to write about people in your life with respect and kindness.
298: Dating After Divorce, Addiction, and Choosing the Right Love w/ Laurie Woolever
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Tim Ferriss
Mary Karr
#479: Mary Karr — The Master of Memoir on Creative Process and Finding Gifts in the Suffering
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Spencer Greenberg
Do technological innovations yield net gains in the long run? (with Justin Smith-Ruiu)
Speaker recommends reading, even though he prefers another book on the subject.
The Memory Master Who Trained Geniuses: Jacobus Publicius
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Leigh Kramer
Ep 436: The reality of bookworm problems
Mentioned for her quote on memoir being an act of memory, which is innately corrupt.
S2. EP2. Remember the Memory, Solve the Crime
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Alastair Benn
The case for Classics
Mentioned by Sarah Billups as a helpful resource for writing memoirs.
119: Orphaned Believers: Sara Billups on Church, Culture Wars, and Spiritual Growth
