Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Linden Lawson
Linden Lawson, LifeBook’s first client in 2012 talks about the impact her father’s project had on her father and her The experience has been a wonderful thing for both myself and for my father. I love the story about how he met my mother – it’s priceless. It’s given him a sense of great pride. […]
Memoir Gifter Testimonial – Bob Fitzsimmons
Bob Fitzimmons talks about his father’s LifeBook autobiography Memoir gifter Bob Fitzsimmons from New York is one of LifeBook’s many gifters. He and his sister bought the memoir as a gift for his father, living in Florida. Bob has kindly shared his experience of working with LifeBook. If you are interested in other testimonials, please […]
The LifeBook team back at HQ for the first time in two years
The coronavirus has made the past few years very challenging for everyone across the globe. LifeBook, as the only global autobiography service headquartered in a 17th-century barn in the UK, had to ‘pivot’ and ask the whole team to follow guidelines and work from home. This ensured we were able to continue successfully providing treasured […]
The Importance of Writing Your Memoir
Imagine learning more about your great-grandparents’ lives, their stories, values and challenges, and your heritage. That’s the gift you are giving your family and future generations when you put your story to paper and write your memoir. What are the Benefits of Writing a Memoir? Writing a memoir is beneficial for both the author and […]
How Do I Find Someone to Write My Life Story?
Everyone has a book inside them, so they say! And when it comes to writing the story of your life, no one can do it better than you. But unless you're a professional, writing a book is not easy. If you want to turn your memories into beautiful words your family will cherish, then hiring a ghostwriter could be for you. Here's how.
Sunday Times “How much is your life story worth?”
“How much is your life story worth?”, asked The Sunday Times recently. It’s a hot topic, as more people than ever are penning their memoirs with the help of companies including LifeBook, the world’s leading private memoir and autobiography service. The Sunday Times article explores why it has become such a phenomenon.
5 Ways of Leaving a Legacy
We all want to be remembered. Even if you bequeath a financial inheritance to your family, most of what we leave behind are memories. A life well lived will be how you are remembered by those around you. The actions and choices you make from now will help define what your legacy will be. Here are 5 ways of leaving a legacy.
South African Jewish Report: Roy’s ‘WHY’
Journalist Saul Kamionsky, South African Jewish Report, spoke with Johannesburg born LifeBook founder Roy about his memories and business philosophies. Roy reveals how a gift a teacher made to a 7-year-old boy departing South Africa for a new beginning in Jersey was the opening chapter of a very eventful life.
What Memories Are Made Of
You can’t insure your memory, but you can insure your memories by writing them down. The nature and processes of memory have fascinated scientists for thousands of years, but much is still shrouded in mystery. In this piece, we delve into what we do know to answer that age-old question: what is memory?
Great Tips For Tackling Loneliness
Everyone experiences loneliness sometimes. But despite the world being more connected than ever, many of us find that loneliness becomes a long term part of our lives. Not only can it be unpleasant, but it can take a heavy toll on our health, especially for the elderly. If you are struggling, here are some great tips for tackling loneliness.
