What is life writing?
Life writing includes a range of different formats and platforms
in the literary genre we call ‘creative non-fiction’, including:
- biography – writing someone’s life story
- autobiography – writing your own life story
- memoir – a collection of memories or stories
- tribute – an acknowledgement or testimonial – of a person, place, event etc.
- history – a record of past events, such as the service history of a retired professional, or of a group or association
- personalised essay or statement – a formal statement to support an application for study or a university appointment
- blog – an online diary, journal or collection of articles
- wiki – an online database or website produced by multiple contributors, like a community of writers.
Your story matters – contact Renée today to discuss your options.
Life writing services
Every life has a legacy.
Personal, family, professional, organisational and community stories are important opportunities for healing, sharing and documenting our local and national histories. Renée Otmar has been a professional writer and editor for 30+ years. She has ghostwritten, rewritten and edited stories for individuals, families and organisations. As an author who has written a family memoir published by an international publishing house, Renée has first-hand experience of this very personal journey in life.
Renée specialises in helping retired/semi-retired professionals, businesses, associations and other organisations to preserve their legacy and share their contributions with the world. As a professional member of Life Stories Australia, Renée upholds a professional code of conduct to enhance the integrity of the profession.
There are so many options and directions for life writing, and they can be overwhelming. A good starting point is an initial discussion to break the ice and get a feel for whether there is possibility for a good working relationship to develop. Trust and rapport are critical. The next step is to put our heads together to determine the best approach for your unique project. Renée can assist with brainstorming, planning, writing and production coordination. You’re welcome to arrange a free, 15-minute, no obligation chat by phone or video.
