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Testimonials
Our co-founder Roy Moëd interviews Francis Atterbury, managing director of Hurtwood Press
Francis Atterbury has built his career by blending craftsmanship with technology to produce award-winning books, and he was there at
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Credit Where It’s Due
The stories of some of our authors are full of intentionality, of plans made at an early age that define
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I Should Have Been Born Twice
Jimmy Russo (Giacomo) was the son of a Sicilian immigrant who arrived in Great Britain in 1952 carrying a single
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Reflections So Far
Bob’s motivation for writing his memoir was so his sons could read his full life story. As Bob says, “I
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What Happened to a Wartime Child
John is a born storyteller. Helping him put all his memories and his knowledge into print was a joyful and
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The Life I’ve Built
Tony’s LifeBook Memoir provided a wonderful opportunity to gather his adventures together while describing them in detail.
What’s New in the Library? My Life and Times
There are as many different reasons for writing a memoir as there are writers of memoirs. Some of the most
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I Just Grow’d (Like Topsy)
Pat Chrisfield is one of those people who, firmly and with conviction, but nevertheless quietly and without making any fuss
Why Capturing Memories and Managing Your Life Matter: A Personal Journey
Memory loss is a natural part of aging. But with the right tools and techniques, you can prevent memory decay
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A Rollercoaster Life
As a LifeBook Memoirs editor, certain books linger in your mind long after they’re finished. Martin Sterne’s autobiography is one
What’s New in the Library? A Scots Nurse’s Story
Many of our authors at LifeBook probably think of themselves as ordinary people, but really, they aren’t ordinary at all.
Achieving a Goal
LifeBook Memoirs editor Ben Creeth shares his experience of working on another of his favourite projects.
If Wet Town Hall (I.W.T.H) – What’s New In The Library?
Editor Kate Parry looks back at her favourite LifeBook project – a book named I.W.T.H. (If Wet Town Hall). The
Memoir Author Testimonial – Keith
Keith shares his experience writing his LifeBook autobiography In the past, I’ve enjoyed telling my children, and later my grandchildren,
Memoir Author Testimonial – Nigel Gray
My, as yet, unborn grandchildren will know everything about their granddad– Nigel Gray, LifeBook Author
Memoir Author Testimonial – Dr. Gershon “Sonny” Stern
Sonny’s experience with LifeBook Dr. Gershon “Sonny” Stern was one of the fascinating authors we worked with during the Covid-19
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Ana Gracey
Barbara Thompson MBE, the jazz legend, penned her life story with LifeBook Earlier this summer, LifeBook completed work on the
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Ariel Eckstein
LifeBook’s client Ariel Eckstein shares one of his ‘greatest regrets’ As the founder of LifeBook, I regularly hear the remorseful
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Ali Levin
I literally cannot believe the price and product; it’s very inexpensive for what you get! – Ali Levin, LifeBook Gifter
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Anne Stephens
Anne Stephens talks about her mother’s LifeBook project Hello, my name is Anne Stephens. I thought long and hard about
Memoir Author Testimonial: Mrs Janet Clemo
The experience writing East Sussex More Far Memoir author Mrs Janet Clemo kindly let LifeBook’s founder Roy interview her about
Memoir Ghostwriter Testimonial – Alwyn
Our ghostwriter Alwyn talks about working with autobiography authors The thing I most like from a writing point-of-view is really
Memoir Interviewer Testimonial – Diana
Diana, an interviewer for LifeBook, talks about what she enjoys the most What I love about being an interviewer is
Memoir Ghostwriter Testimonial – Fay Wrixon
Ghostwriter Fay Wrixon visits LifeBook’s office in Godalming, Surrey The LifeBook team enjoyed a fun visit and sushi lunch last
Memoir Editor Testimonial – Lianne Tapscott
LifeBook’s Lianne talks about helping Monique Bross with her book My Life’s Puzzle Having received her galley proof, Monique sat
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Linden Lawson
Linden Lawson, LifeBook’s first client in 2012 talks about the impact her father’s project had on her father and her
Memoir Interviewer Testimonial – Glen Bird
Glen Bird, talks about being a LifeBook interviewer My Name is Glen Bird and I am an interviewer for LifeBook.
Memoir Interviewer Testimonial – Stephen Ross
Stephen Ross, LifeBook’s most prolific interviewer, tells us about his experience Stephen was invited for a sushi lunch and a
Memoir Interviewer Testimonial – Alise Kirtley
Alise Kirtley, talks about being a LifeBook interviewer If you are interested in other testimonials, please click here or contact
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Tim Steel
We recently received a letter from Tim Steel regarding his mother’s autobiography Hello, My name is Tim Steel and I
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Baba Epega
Baba Epega explains why he gave his aunt a LifeBook project Baba Epega gave his amazing aunt a LifeBook project
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Bob Fitzsimmons
Bob Fitzimmons talks about his father’s LifeBook autobiography Memoir gifter Bob Fitzsimmons from New York is one of LifeBook’s many
Memoir Author Testimonial – Jerrie Rudd-Breen
Jerrie’s experience of her LifeBook project Gold Street to Golden Years My autobiography Gold Street to Golden Years was a
Memoir Author Testimonial – Alan Beckett
Mr Alan Beckett’s LifeBook autobiography I Did It My Way At LifeBook we take great pride in signing off each
Memoir Author Testimonial – Tim Short
Tim Short’s kind words about his LifeBook autobiography The Long and the Short of it I discovered LifeBook one day
Memoir Author Testimonial – Phil Kuhl
We received a very kind message from Mr Phil Kuhl, who completed his book Gramps in 2017 I had been
Memoir Author Testimonial – Michael Collison
Michael sent us a letter sharing his experience writing Through the Glass I’d had many fleeting thoughts over around 10–15
Memoir Author Testimonial – Brian Thomas
Dr Brian Thomas’ kind words about his LifeBook autobiography Life of Bri I recommend everyone to use LifeBook Memoirs if
Memoir Author Testimonial – Jack Conn
Jack Conn, author of a LifeBook autobiography shares his experience If you are interested in other testimonials, please click here
Memoir Author Testimonial – Adele Hatcher
We recently received a note from one of our US authors, Adele Hatcher When my book arrived and I started
Memoir Author Testimonial – Polly Conn
Polly shares her experience with us Listen to Polly Conn, one of LifeBook’s first autobiography authors, talk about her experience
Memoir Author Testimonial – Barbara Guttridge
We recently received a letter from one of our autobiography authors, Mrs Barbara Guttridge I wanted to write to you
Memoir Author Testimonial – Peter Barfoot
The following testimonial is an extract from Farmin’ … The Barfoots Story For my 66th birthday gift, Angela gave me
Keen to Capture Your Life Stories or That of Your Parents?
Roy has recently given interviews about his passion for helping ordinary people telling their life stories, recording social history and
LifeBook Event: Alan Beckett The Moat House Acton Trussell
With incredible generosity, LifeBook Memoirs author Alan Beckett arranged an event to celebrate his LifeBook project and promote the LifeBook
Joanna’s Experience as a LifeBook Interviewer
Starting a journey with LifeBook Memoirs can feel a little daunting for new authors, but when they discover I share
Bryan Bates’ LifeBook Reveal
Every time a LifeBook memoir author visits us is a cause for celebration, but Bryan’s visit was particularly special as,
Nigel Gray’s Photographic Masterpiece Memoir
Another autobiography was added to our LifeBook Memoirs library recently. A professional photographer, Nigel’s book features magnificent photo collages of
LifeBook: The Glory of a Story
In these digital days, we’re bombarded with selfies, tweets, text messages and voice messages. As a ghostwriter for LifeBook, receiving
A Life of Change – My Experience as a Ghostwriter
The authors whose memories I’ve helped to write for LifeBook Memoirs come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Some grew
Author Alan Beckett, My Recollections of the Filming
Alan Beckett, LifeBook Memoirs author, shares his experience of filming our TV commercial and his experience of working with his
What Does it Take to be a Good LifeBook Interviewer?
On the face of it, interviewing might seem like an easy job. Surely, anyone can ask questions and listen to
LifeBook, a Lasting Legacy – Dreaming a Nation
Dreaming a Nation, which follows the life of Sir Frederick Smith and charts the independence of Barbados, was produced by
LifeBook – This Photo Sums Up Why We Do It
A huge thank you to Tom and Viebecke Vraalsen, who sent us this wonderful photograph upon completion of Tom’s LifeBook
The Amazing Story of Former Broadcaster Julie Coker
Every life story of our authors is fascinating and provides an important insight into each family’s history. LifeBook Memoirs is
Your Life Story & My Role As LifeBook Editor
At LifeBook Memoirs, my role as an editor is not typical nor entirely conventional when it comes to that kind
From the Queen’s Coronation to My Grandma’s Biscuit Tin
Everyone has a story to tell and, yes, yours is every bit as interesting as anything you’ll find on the
A LifeBook Record – 608 pages
John Franklin popped in to sign the copy for our memoir library. He sets the record with his very long
