What we’re about
Memoir Mentors is a safe space to support, inspire and motivate memoirists and writers of personal essays.
There’s nothing quite like a writing group to take your writing to the next level. However, writing a memoir has a unique set of challenges and rewards.
Maybe you’ve tried writing groups before but were afraid to share because your writing is too personal or you don’t relate to the challenges that fiction writers face.
Maybe you’re afraid to join a writing group because you think everyone will be more advanced than you, maybe you worry that people will judge you. Fear not.
Memoir mentors is an amazing group of individuals; some are already published, some are just getting started, and some have been working on their memoirs for years. Each and every one of us has an incredible story to share and is committed to lifting each other up to achieve each other’s goals.
We meet every Tuesday for writing sessions, workshops, book club, and author Q&A sessions.
If you'd like to donate to keep the community running, please do! ❤️
https://www.paypal.com/donate/?campaign_id=HW6S55KBMASLJ
Find out more at: https://memoirmentors.com/
Sign up to the Memoir Mentors Mailing List here:
http://eepurl.com/g29101
Find us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/memoirmentors
Upcoming events
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Memoir Mentors - ONLINE Write then Read -- 7pm Munich, 10am Pacific
•OnlineOnlineMEMOIR/PERSONAL ESSAY/CREATIVE NONFICTION WRITERS/LIFE POETS welcome!
Zoom Meeting ID: 440 046 5879
Passcode: 679039
Come join us for 90 minutes of focused memoir writing time, followed by time to share what you wrote.
7:00 - 7:15 - Introductions and intention setting
7:15 - 8:45 - 90 minutes of devoted writing/editing on your memoir/personal essay
8:45 - 10:00 - Anyone who would like to share may read for five minutes.
The preference is to read what you've written during the session to motivate us to really get busy during those 90 minutes. However, if there is a previously written piece that you need feedback on, that is fine as well. Perfection is an illusion so don't feel ashamed to share something that you do not feel is perfect.
Let us know before you read what kind of feedback you would like, if any. If you would just like positive encouragement, that's totally fine! If you want something more constructive, we're happy to offer that as well. We have a wonderfully kind and welcoming group, so don't be intimidated!
Reading out loud (and listening to others!) is a wonderful experience.
This is a safe space devoted to authors of memoirs/personal essays/creative nonfiction. Please come support and inspire each other and make progress together! We have sessions every Thursday.
Find out more at: https://memoirmentors.com/
Sign up to the Memoir Mentors Mailing List here:
http://eepurl.com/g29101
Find us on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/memoirmentors12 attendees- $4.00
Accountability Hub Kickoff for 1st Season (Early session)
•OnlineOnlineThis is the kickoff for the Winter 2026 Accountability Hub season, a 12-week container for writers and creatives who want steady progress without burnout.
We’ll spend this session:
- getting oriented to the season ahead
- clarifying your focus and milestones
- walking through how weekly check-ins work
- and setting expectations for a supportive, low-pressure rhythm
This is a working session, not a lecture. You don’t need a finished plan — just a willingness to show up.
If you attended the 2026 Goal Setting workshop, this is the natural next step. Here is a link to the replay:
https://youtu.be/ijuRGi9V2sk?si=2PPCzV3rWkN6Y_oU
If you didn’t, that’s okay — you’ll still be able to get oriented.
### What this is:
- a structured, supportive accountability space
- focused on reflection, adjustment, and follow-through
- designed for real lives, not perfect schedules
### What this is not:
- a critique group
- a productivity bootcamp
- a place to be “on” all the time
- a place for perfectionism (note to self!)
You’re welcome, whether you’re working on a memoir, any other kind of writing project, or simply building a consistent creative routine (I use this for all of my life tasks, too!).
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### Timing options
To accommodate different time zones, this kickoff is offered at two different times. Please see the meetup calendar for both options:
https://www.meetup.com/memoir-mentors/events/calendar/
You only need to attend one.
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### Access
This kickoff is part of the Accountability Hub. Find out more here:
https://penyourmasterpiece.com/accountability/
This is free to my paid Substack subscribers. Existing subscribers will receive a promo code in their email.
You can sign up for a 4-week trial (ending on February 18) here:
https://memoirmentors.substack.com/accthubq13 attendees - $4.00
Accountability Hub Kickoff for 1st Season (Late session)
•OnlineOnlineJoin me for the kickoff of the Winter 2026 Accountability Hub season, a 12-week plan for writers and creatives who want steady progress without burnout.
We’ll spend this session:
- getting oriented to the season ahead
- clarifying your focus and milestones
- walking through how weekly check-ins work
- and setting expectations
Sign up for the free 4-week trial here:
https://memoirmentors.substack.com/accthubq1
It would be helpful if you watch the 2026 Goal Setting workshop prior to attending if you have time. Here is a link to the replay:
https://youtu.be/ijuRGi9V2sk?si=2PPCzV3rWkN6Y_oU
You’re welcome, whether you’re working on a memoir, any other kind of writing project, or simply building a consistent creative routine (I use this for all of my life tasks, too!).
Two sessions available, just attend one
To accommodate different time zones, this kickoff is offered at two different times. Please see the meetup calendar for both options:
https://www.meetup.com/memoir-mentors/events/calendar/
Find out more here:
https://penyourmasterpiece.com/accountability/5 attendees
Past events
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