When you write a book, even a memoir, it can’t be about you. You can start by saying what you need to say, but by the time it’s published it better be about what readers need to hear.
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@literaryeric Even and *especially* a memoir, in my opinion.
@literaryeric To underscore your point, many would-be writers are too close to their own work and lack the ability to step back and see it from the perspective of potential readers. Even for experienced writers it can be difficult.
@literaryeric @Janet_Reid I love this and am working hard in my memoir to shift the lens to the bigger story in each chapter.