Do you have family stories you'd love to share in a lasting way? Do you fear your life experiences will be forgotten when you pass away? Do you have a memoir that other people could learn from?

You have traveled a unique road that no other person has traveled to get where you are, to become who you are. You have unique experiences and stories that have led you to insights and understandings that deserve to be shared.

Discover how to write engaging life and family stories or a memoir based on your personal experiences. Imagine the joy on your loved one’s faces when you present them with a lasting record of their family stories to enjoy reading over and over. Pick up the phone to hear them say, “Mom, I never knew that about you,” or “Dad, I learned so much from you describing your experience with…” or “I was so fascinated to learn my great-grandmother was an artist. I’ve always loved sketching. Maybe that’s where I got it from?” or “I didn’t think I could make it through this, but then I remembered your story about Grandpa surviving… and I knew I had it in me to keep going. Thanks so much for writing those stories.”

Or picture yourself holding a printed copy of your memoir, and reading the glowing reviews of people who have been entertained, educated, inspired and empowered by reading it.

In my hands-on, interactive courses I will provide you with the skills, knowledge, self-confidence, support and encouragement you need to write your story.

Students from my courses and workshops have this to say:

"Jane Ann really knows her stuff. She's published textbooks, inspirational fiction, memoir, historical fiction, and science fiction, both traditionally and as an author-preneur. She shares her breadth of experience with the goal of making each person she works with the best writer they can be. She possesses an eye for detail and the ability to help her students understand both their strengths and areas for improvement in a positive and supporting environment." ~ Melanie M.

"I've been to other writing workshops and left feeling frustrated and discouraged and wondering, 'why did I ever think I could be a writer?' But I left your workshop with the tools and strategies you taught us and with this renewed and confident feeling that “I can do this!” It is the first time I had the courage and comfort level to share my writing with others in a group. That for me was a huge break-through! I’m eager to attend your next workshop.” ~ Nancy

"Jane Ann McLachlan’s workshop was loaded with practical advice. It was informative, interesting, and encouraging.” ~Rosanna

“Your writing course really made a significant impact on my approach to storytelling. With the guidance and resources you provided, I have been able to move forward in my plot development with genuine characters and a steadily rising action worthy of an exciting story. Thank you.” ~ James W.