MEMOIRS MATTER: First Steps in Writing Your Memoir

Join author and retired educational technology professor Peggy Roblyer, whose memoir, Strong Glass, is forthcoming in 2026—for an essential session on crafting a memoir. Peggy will cover key steps, including:

Memoir vs. Autobiography: Understanding the critical difference in scope and structure.

Exploring Sub-Genres: Practical examples to help you find your unique style.

The Publishing Decision: Crucial factors to consider when deciding whether and how to publish your personal story.

Also Peggy will be reading a story from Strong Glass called “Bread of Life,” which is about a pivotal period in her Dad’s life as he leaves his family home in Cresaptown and “rides the rails” through the Depression-era South in search of work.