Written now.
Treasured for generations.

Perth memoir writing for the stories worth keeping.

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Imagine being able to read your great-great-grandmother’s life story.

Her laugh. His hands.
Sunday, in the kitchen.

Some stories deserve to outlive us.

The places you’ve lived.
The people you’ve loved.
The year that everything changed.

Your life is more than a collection of memories. It is a story someone, someday, will be glad to remember.

Start the conversation
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Why memoir. Why now.

Most people think their life is ordinary until time quietly takes the proof.

A parent’s voice on the phone. The smell of a childhood yard. The song you always hummed. The moments that made you funny, or hard, or kind. These are rarely written down. And when they go, they’re gone for good.

A memoir isn’t about fame or perfection.
It’s about being understood.

It’s about the why behind decisions. The lessons learned the hard way. The truths that never quite made it into conversation.

Many people intend to tell their story “one day.”
That day often arrives too late.

Write it now, and you:

  • Preserve the memories while they’re vivid

  • Relinquish the weight of untold stories

  • Give something tangible to the people who matter most

Your story doesn’t need to be dramatic to be meaningful.

It only needs to be true.

See how it works
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  • Bachelor of Behavioural Science (High Distinction)
  • Heart Award (2024) for community-minded work
  • Published author: The Unravelling Journey, Elemental Echoes

Meet your memoir writer

Hi, I’m Jess. I’m an author and memoir writer, and I’ve always been drawn to the stories people carry.

I’ve travelled to 61 countries, but it was never the landmarks that stayed with me. It was people: their resilience, their humour, and the quiet moments that shape a life. Along the way, I learned how to listen deeply, ask thoughtful questions and earn trust with people from all walks of life.

For fifteen years, I’ve been writing and publishing books, including The Unravelling Journey, my own memoir spanning seven continents. Writing it meant sifting through years of lived experience to find what mattered and put it into words. It taught me how to sit with someone’s story and tell it without losing the person at its heart.

I bring the craft of a writer, the curiosity of a researcher and the understanding of someone who has written a life story of her own.

You talk. I listen. Then I write.

At the end you’ll hold a story your loved ones can return to and pass on.

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How it works

You don’t need to arrive with a manuscript or a clear idea of where your story begins. I guide you through the process from our first conversation to your finished memoir.

  • We begin with a confidential conversation about your life, what you want to preserve, who the memoir is for, and what matters most to you.

  • Through recorded interviews, I gather your memories, stories and reflections—asking thoughtful questions to uncover the moments and people that bring your story to life.

  • I transform our conversations and relevant research into a professionally crafted memoir while preserving the perspective and voice that make your story yours.

  • You review the manuscript and provide feedback. Sections can be added, removed or refined. Nothing is final without your approval.

  • Your completed memoir is professionally edited and prepared for you in print and digital form—a tangible story to be treasured by you and the people who matter most.

What you’ll receive

Whether it’s a short story or a long book, every memoir receives the same care. At the end, you’ll receive a meaningful gift, capturing who you are and what matters most.

The keepsake

  • One printed, leather-bound copy

  • A digital version of your memoir

The conversations

  • In-person interviews across Perth and surrounding areas (virtual on request)

  • Research relevant to your story

The writing

  • Written in your voice, with your perspective preserved throughout

  • Full review and approval of the manuscript before it’s finalised

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Choose the memoir that’s right for you

Not every life story needs the same amount of space. Some stories are beautifully captured in a shorter book. Others deserve the depth of a full memoir spanning decades. Every package receives the same care. The difference is the scope and length, not the quality of the work.

  • 8,000–15,000 words | $2,500-$4,000
    Approximately 30-60 pages

    A shorter tribute capturing the people and moments that matter most.

    Ideal for:

    • A focused chapter of life

    • A milestone birthday or retirement

    • Someone who wants a meaningful memoir without the scope of a full-length book

  • 18,000–35,000 words | $4,500-$7,500
    Approximately 65 - 140 pages

    A substantial memoir with room to explore a life in greater depth.

    Ideal for:

    • A comprehensive life story

    • A memoir spanning multiple stages of life

    • People who want meaningful depth without creating a very large volume

    Most clients find this is the ideal balance of depth, detail and investment.

  • 40,000–75,000+ words | $8,300–$14,000+
    Approximately 150 - 300+ pages

    A complete, multi-decade memoir with the scope to explore a lifetime in significant detail.

    Ideal for:

    • A full life story spanning many decades

    • Comprehensive or particularly detailed personal histories

    • Stories requiring extensive interviews and research

    • People who want substantial heirloom-quality

    For particularly complex or extensive stories, a tailored quote may be provided.

Let's begin
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“I must say how amazing this is. What you have done with telling Dad’s story is truly impressive—putting it to paper in such a delicate way. It will be deeply treasured by our family.”

— Talia McCullen, family memoir client

“Brilliantly written and tasteful, especially in the hard parts. Up there with the best memoirs we’ve ever read.”

— Lina Maren, memoir copywriter

“What I love most about Jessica’s work is the authentic invitation into life experiences, combined with vivid prose. Her creativity explores deeply personal themes in ways that resonate with many people. She nurtures readers throughout the entire experience and handles intimate, heartfelt stories with extraordinary care.”

— Blake Innes, Managing Director, HiveMind Press

Stories from those who trusted me.

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Your questions answered.

  • The process begins with a preliminary conversation to understand your story and choose the right package. Then, we typically have two interviews, spaced 1–2 weeks apart, in the comfort of your home (or virtually if required). After these initial interviews, I transcribe and draft the first section of your memoir. You review this draft to ensure we’re on track. Further interviews and drafting refine the story, incorporating additional details, family history, and visual elements. You approve every stage, and the final memoir is delivered only when you are completely satisfied.

  • It typically takes 6–16 weeks, depending on the package and the length or complexity of your memoir.

  • You don’t need to write anything yourself. I handle all writing. Your role is to share your story during interviews and, if you wish, provide materials such as a timeline of key events, important dates, photographs, letters, or memorabilia. You don’t need to have everything remembered or organised—interviews and any supporting materials help uncover gaps and add depth, but nothing is mandatory. The process is designed to be guided, supportive, and manageable.

  • You are involved as much as you want to be. Interviews allow me to capture your natural voice, tone, and way of speaking, and I often include direct quotes to preserve authenticity. You review drafts at key stages and can request changes, additions, or refinements. This ensures the final memoir genuinely reflects you, while I manage the research, writing, and editing.

  • Yes. You have full input throughout the process, and changes can be made up until the final draft is approved.

  • You remain in full control throughout the process. You review every draft and provide feedback, and the memoir is only finalised and printed when you are fully happy with it. Your comfort is always the priority. My trauma-informed, empathetic approach—grounded in behavioural science and memoir writing—creates a safe, supportive space where you can share at your own pace, or choose not to share certain details at all. Sensitive or traumatic experiences are handled with care, discretion, and professionalism, and you decide what is shared, how it is framed, and whether it is included.

  • Family history is encouraged, and photographs, letters, and memorabilia can be included to enrich your memoir visually as well as in words. Stories involving other people may be included with their consent, or where they are directly relevant to your experiences. I guide you through these decisions carefully to ensure clarity, respect, and integrity.

  • Yes. Every life is meaningful. Memoirs are not about fame—they are about being understood and leaving a record of lived experiences for those you care about.

  • Each package includes in-person interviews (or virtual if required), travel to your home within 100 km of Perth CBD (otherwise a travel budget is discussed), transcription, research, drafting, and editing.
    You receive one printed, leather-bound copy with brass engraving, plus a digital version. Additional printed copies are available for $100 each.

    Most memoirs begin at 20,000 words, with longer formats available if required. Every memoir receives the same quality of writing and care.

  • Each memoir is quoted according to its scope, including the number and length of interviews, research requirements, complexity of the story, and final word count. The package ranges provide an indication of investment, with a final quote provided before work begins.

  • Yes. Payment is structured to balance fairness and flexibility:

    1. 30% deposit after preliminary discussions to confirm your package and word count

    2. 40% after delivery of the first draft, following the first two interviews

    3. 30% upon delivery of the final draft for your review and approval before printing

  • The memoir is primarily private, designed to be shared with family and loved ones. Public publishing is optional and can be discussed if desired.

  • Yes. Writing your memoir can be a deeply reflective and healing experience. Many clients find it clarifies life lessons, helps process unresolved experiences, and strengthens connections with loved ones.

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