Memoirs are hard to write, bit you have a story to tell. It took me seven years to write mine. I might still be working on it if I hadn't started attending writers conferences. I got the direction I needed and found my editor at the Southern California Writers Conference. My wonderful editor cut 70,000 words from my book. That's enough to equate another book! It was painful and wonderful at the same time. My memoir was so much better when she was done slashingit ith her nasty red pen. If you are serious about sharing your story, take in a few conferences. They come in a variety of prices, but its well worth the investment. I learned so much through the experience. Feel free to reacj out for help and suggestions. I look forward to hearing about your progress. estions.