| 1. CONSULTATION: | First, we will discuss your project. What do you want to include? How do you want your final product to look? How soon do you need your book? |
| 2. MEMORY JOGGERS: | We will write down the chapters of your life that you want to cover, along with any specific memories and anecdotes that come to mind. I can also provide you with a list of questions to help jog your memory. Such as … Who was your best friend when you were growing up? What was your first car? What did your family home look like? What values would you want to leave to your grandchildren? |
| 3. INTERVIEWS: | Your life story will be taped in a series of relaxed interviews, averaging a total of 6-10 hours. |
| 4. TRANSCRIBE/EDIT: | The taped interviews will be transcribed, gently edited and compiled into a flowing narrative. |
| 5. MATERIALS: | Any photos, clippings or other materials that illustrate and enhance your story will be selected, organized, copied/scanned and restored (if necessary). |
| 6. DRAFT: | You will have a chance to review the draft, correct spelling, dates, etc. and make any necessary revisions. |
| 7. GRAPHIC DESIGN: | The final version will be professionally designed into book form. |
| 8. BOUND VERSION: | The final product will be printed on archival paper in an attractively bound book, with multiple copies as desired. |
| 9. COST: | Every project is a unique work of art. Cost is dependent on the scope and magnitude of the project, the amount of time involved, photos and graphics included, and the quality and quantity of books. |
| 10. TIMING: | The project typically takes several months to complete. |
