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For me, LifeBook has been a very personal experience. It started with my father, Jules, who had so many stories to tell but for whom I had no time – I was far too busy with my own life. In his final years, Dad had become blind and was starting to shut down, to the point he felt he no longer had anything to contribute. He tried to talk to me but I wasn’t listening; after all, I had heard it all so many times before. I felt guilty and had to come up with a solution – what then happened turned out to be the precursor to LifeBook. I arranged for a family friend, Kathy, to visit Dad every week for an interview in which he could talk as much as he wanted about his precious memories. Of course, it was all new to her and he welcomed her enquiries as his story unfolded. A further advantage was that between interviews he was able to prepare by reminiscing and writing notes, which gave him something positive to occupy his time. Once he had started, he found (as he put it) he was remembering things he hadn’t realised he had forgotten. The end result was a precious LifeBook containing all his stories, including some that were new to me. For example, I now know that one of my ancestors was King of Poland, although apparently only for one night! But more than that, I have a permanent reminder of Dad, now, sadly, deceased, that I will treasure for ever.

Roy Moëd – Founder

“he was remembering things he didn’t know he had forgotten”

Interviewer Video Testimonial – Stephen Ross

Jun 14, 2017

Congratulations, Stephen Ross, for being LifeBook’s most prolific interviewer!

BBC Radio 4 Presenter Nick Baker of ‘Niche work if you can get it’ Visits LifeBook

Jun 13, 2017

We enjoyed a visit from BBC Radio 4 on Friday Nick Baker (presenter) and his producer Leeanne Coyle came to interview our founder Roy Moëd and some of our fantastic team about the niche work they do and the service we provide. The show's title...

Top 5 reasons to give Dad a LifeBook™ for Father’s Day

May 18, 2017

For anyone looking to find a special gift for their father on father’s Day, it is not always easy to find a gift idea that he doesn’t already have or want.

LifeBook Charity – An Evening With CHICKENSHED

May 15, 2017

Chickenshed, Kensington and Chelsea, theatre changing lives. LifeBook™ are delighted to donate a LifeBook autobiography for the Chickenshed Grand Auction to raise money and support your pioneering work through theatre and music! The company had decided it would donate...

LifeBook author testimonial – Mrs Barbara Guttridge

May 12, 2017

We recently received a note from one of our authors, Mrs Barbara Guttridge This makes everything worthwhile I wanted to write to you and say how pleased I am with the finished product; I have received great feedback from my family, who said it was interesting,...

The First Greek LifeBook – An Opus Odyssey

May 3, 2017

As a Classics graduate, I have some knowledge of ancient Greek

Life story of Baba’s Auntie – Julie Coker (broadcaster)

Apr 26, 2017

Julie Coker's life story is definitely one to remember and her nephew thought so too. Every life story of our authors is fascinating and provides an important insight into each family’s history. LifeBook is proud to have been involved in the private family...

Bespoke LifeBook: Love and laughter in a suitcase

Apr 20, 2017

LifeBook was honoured to welcome Mrs Virginia Bayless and her daughter Brenda to the office.

Recipe for Ageing Well: The Ingredients

Apr 13, 2017

This editorial introduces some familiar ideas about ageing well.

The very first LifeBook: Jules Moëd, Life is for sharing.

Apr 11, 2017

These are video interviews of Jules Moëd for the very first LifeBook and the inspiration for the LifeBook company started by our founder Roy Moëd.

A LifeBook Autobiography – A Gift with Real Meaning

Apr 10, 2017

A life-changing autobiographical journey

LifeBook: The Real Life of Brian

Apr 7, 2017

The LifeBook team are very proud to announce the completion of Mr Brian Hallard’s LifeBook.

Ghostwriting Services – Barry Hughes

Apr 3, 2017

I have been making a living from writing for over 50 years and so it might take some drilling down to give you the contribution you seek.

Memoir – First Memories

Mar 30, 2017

Often the place to start when planning your memoir is to cast your mind back to your very first memorie

LifeBook™ Autobiographies – A Legacy Lived, A Legacy Shared.

Mar 16, 2017

Experience the journey of a LifeBook autobiography by listening to real testimonials from our clients, interviewers and ghost-writers.

Top Tips For Autobiography Writing

Mar 3, 2017

If you’ve ever thought about writing your autobiography, at LifeBook we have compiled a to-do list that will make the task much easier.

The LifeBook Experience – Your Memoirs

Feb 27, 2017

Perhaps you have always wanted to write your memoirs but have never been able to find the time or maybe you have suggested to a relative that you would love to hear all about their life.

Fascination With Diaries

Feb 21, 2017

Why not start your diary today? To read more about diaries click here.

Your Life Story & My Role As LifeBook Editor

Feb 21, 2017

At LifeBook, my role as an editor is not typical nor entirely conventional when it comes to that kind of work.

From the Queen’s Coronation to My Grandma’s Biscuit Tin

Feb 17, 2017

Everyone has a story to tell and, yes, yours is every bit as interesting as anything you’ll find on the shelf in your nearest bookshop.

When LifeBook Writers Hear Voices

Feb 16, 2017

To be a successful LifeBook writer, it’s essential to have the ability to capture and maintain the storyteller’s ‘voice’ throughout the book.

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Roy talks about LifeBook to Alara Kap of BASED ISTANBUL

Feb 15, 2017

LifeBook is a project I came across and fell in love with during a family gathering where I found myself listening closely to the story of Roy Moed.

Forgotten war stories brought alive with the help of autobiography company

Nov 11, 2016

The best history books are packed with first-hand accounts, detailed anecdotes and unique perspectives that reveal real human life stories from a distinct period in time.

The Times Visits LifeBook

Oct 13, 2016

For everybody’s life story, there’s a ghostwriter.

A LifeBook Record

Jul 22, 2016

We were very pleased to be visited by our LifeBook author, John Franklin, this week.

The Reader’s Digest Podcast Discusses LifeBook and Growing Pains

Jul 22, 2016

An interesting discussion from the editorial team of the Reader’s Digest.

BBC Feature on LifeBook: Memoirs are no longer just for the rich and famous

Jul 6, 2016

Ali Hall struck upon the idea of her elderly father turning his life story into a book as a way of helping lift his spirits.

LifeBook — A Unique Gift for a Unique Father

Jun 10, 2016

It’s hard to buy a Father’s Day present for the man who has everything.

The Story Behind all the Stories

Jun 8, 2016

Everyone has their own remarkable story to tell. By Hugh Thomas

LifeBook Expands to the USA and Calls The Villages Home

Apr 19, 2016

The Villages, Florida (PRWEB)April 16, 2016 British based company LifeBook has expanded to the USA and are now proudly calling The Villages home. The company offers the unique service of helping people all over the world to create their legacy autobiography for...

Telegraph Subscriber’s Corner Competition Winner

Mar 4, 2016

Congratulations to Mr Bob Pryor - husband of Brenda, a member of the the Cambridge Meridian Golf Club, who won the Telegraph Subscriber's Corner Competition. Bob has won the opportunity to have a his autobiography produced by LifeBook. He was...

Story that will transcend death’s divide

Apr 28, 2015

Christopher Middleton meets a man with terminal cancer who is leaving the gift of his autobiography Click Here to Open this Article Grant Branton might have cancer, but he's making the most of every last minute by creating a LifeBook, says Christopher Middleton...

Do you want to write your own life story? Here are a few simple questions to get you into an autobiographical frame of mind.

Jan 14, 2015

What was the layout of the house where you spent your childhood? What pets did you have – and what were their names? Where did you play? What were your grandparents like? What were your most treasured toys? What was your favourite – and least favourite – food? Who...

Findmypast and LifeBook partnership announced

Oct 9, 2014

Findmypast and LifeBook now working in partnership to help everyone create beautiful and comprehensive autobiographies. Eight Findmypast subscriptions to be won this week at the Conservative Party Conference Get access to billions of family history records to fill in...

What’s your legacy? Tell your amazing story with LifeBook

Jan 28, 2014

When I began this review, all I had was a white box that said: “You´re Amazing”. It took me a little longer than usual to figure out what this was all about and only then, when I saw the end result was I able to fully appreciated how meaningful this luxurious gift is...

Remembering War Stories

Dec 4, 2013

Do you know your parents' war stories? Two thirds of Brits regret not writing them down. Important familial and historical event and anecdotes could soon be lost forever; LifeBook autobiography service campaign for a written record. Visit Giddy Limits to read the full...

Roy Moëd: “Special last months with my dad inspired my business idea.”

Nov 21, 2013

Roy Moëd, Founder of LifeBook, tells Daily Mail’s ThisisMoney.co.uk how an exercise to put purpose back into his dad's life and give him a reason to look forward to tomorrow led to the idea and birth of LifeBook...

LifeBook in the news!

Nov 11, 2013

LifeBook has taken to the airwaves to help highlight that despite 64% of Brits being told war stories by a parent or grandparent, only 8% of us have recorded them for future generations - important historical events and anecdotes that will soon be lost forever. See...

Two thirds of Brits regret not writing down grandparents’ war stories

Nov 10, 2013

- 64% of Britons have been told war stories by a grandparent or parent but only 8% have recorded them to preserve for future generations - Only 4% of Britons view grandparents as a first port of call for advice - Almost ¾ of over 65s want grandchildren/younger family...

Turning Memories into Manuscripts

Oct 2, 2013

Why Everyone has an Important Story to Tell Getting our most treasured memories down on paper is something many of us think about but often we don’t know how to go about it. Writing an autobiography seems to sit with celebrities who have a star-studded story to tell...

Everybody has a story to tell – Roy Moëd of LifeBook

Aug 28, 2013

Entrepreneur Roy Moëd set up LifeBook, a bespoke autobiography service, in 2010 with the mission of helping older people enjoy their lives and ‘age successfully’. He was inspired by his elderly father, Jules, who was blind, in a care home and felt he had nothing left...

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The Royal British Legion, in partnership with bespoke autobiography specialists LifeBook, is proud to announce a special new service to commemorate the centenary of the First World War.