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Story Starter Kit

Learn how to write a compelling memoir.

Start writing today!

Here's What You'll Learn:

How to Clarify Your Story

Writing about your life can be challenging because there's so much material to navigate. How do you know what to include and what to leave out?

I'll show you how to clarify what belongs in your memoir and what doesn't.

How to Shape Your Story

In this step, we'll help you build a compelling memoir that people want to read.

Because if your memoir doesn't grab your reader and keep them engaged, then you've lost your chance at making an impact!

How to Start Writing Today

In our final step, I'll show you how to set up a writing routine that works for you -- the real you, not some super-human version of yourself.

Plus, we'll share simple mind and body tools to help you get to the finish line.

The world needs your story now more than ever!

Start Writing Today

If you're ready to write your memoir, the Story Starter Kit will help you get started.

If you've already started, the Starter Kit will help you make serious progress.

Even if you've already taken a kazillion classes.

Because most writing classes focus on short pieces.

They don't teach you what you need to know to write a full-length book.

And very few teach the mind-body tools you need when you're writing about your life.

It's taken me years (and a lot of trial and error) to create this system. I don't want you to struggle, alone, like I did.

There really is an easier way.

Praise

"Working with Tanja has given me a fresh new look on an existing writing project. Her quick insights, organizational writing tools and experience as a teacher make her stand out as a writing coach. After looking for a person to help me for a while I found Tanja and she has been life changing! I feel like the book that I want to create is being born, rather than the book that I felt stuck with. I also appreciate her sensitive nature and ability to meet me where I am as I work through difficult material and trust my own self to bring my story to light."

Paige Doughty

"Tanja’s class was just what I needed to get my memoir off the ground, especially a memoir about grief. She not only gave me tips and tricks for writing, but I also gained some life coaching hacks that I will use with my inner critic and be able to pass that onto to my clients. She also created a nurturing and safe container for all of our stories. She’s compassionate, wise, and encouraging. She truly believes in the power of getting your story out into the world for not only your sake but for your readers who will be blessed by your story."

Beth Erlander, author of Life Unpside Down: The Fall That Transformed Our Lives, Lifting Me Through Grief, Love and Quadriplegia

"Tanja’s class was so incredibly helpful. The exercises helped me to get focused and clear on my mission, purpose, and the relevance of each scene I am considering for inclusion in my memoir. She addressed challenges and solutions (such as the inner critic and the inner mentor) clearly and in a helpful manner in her short, concise, and incredibly helpful videos. I love her direct, 'real,' human-to-human approach, and her compassion with sensitive information. Her ability to meet us 'where we are' was a true gift. I highly recommend any of her classes." Michele Bourgeois

"There must be a better word than service to describe what Tanja Pajevic does for her clients. Tanja is a mentor, a teacher, a supporter, an enabler, as well as a remarkable writer. Her guidance and coaching ability have helped me to transform my writing, grow as an author, and fulfill lifelong dreams."

Benita Glickman, author of Greetings from the Other Side: A Story of Love, Loss, and The Afterlife

"Tanja Pajevic’s Memoir Mastery has my highest recommendation. I’ve taken a wide variety of writing workshops over the past decade; this is the only workshop that has actually taught me how to compile my written material into a compelling book. Every step of the way, Tanja provides a clear and concise road map within a supportive setting, utilizing a wide variety of instructional materials. She provides examples and feedback to show what belongs (or doesn’t!) within a story, where it best serves the story and why, as well as opening a discussion into what might still be missing, and whether the narrative arc moves the story forward appropriately - in whatever form that narrative arc might take. Truly, this has been the most helpful writing workshop I’ve ever taken." Karen Terrell

Hi, I'm Tanja Pajevic, writer & memoir book coach

The author of The Secret Life of Grief: A Memoir and 9 Steps to Heal Your Resentment and Reboot Your Marriage, I'm on the faculty of Lighthouse Writers Workshop and have taught at the University of Colorado Denver, the Community College of Denver and Indiana University, where I earned my M.F.A.

My writing has appeared in The New York Times, mindbodygreen, and Huffington Post, among other outlets. My memoir The Secret Life of Grief received the Nautilus Silver Book Award, honoring “books that inspire and connect our lives as individuals, communities, and global citizens.” I've also received a Fulbright, Hemingway Fellowship, Kraft Fellowship, and faculty award from the University of Colorado Denver for my project “Writing as Healing.”

That's the professional stuff. On a more personal note, I'm passionate about helping people write powerful memoirs so they can share their wisdom with the world.

Your story matters! Let's get it written.

Ready to write your memoir?

Start writing today!