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In today’s episode, Kerry pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest myths in memoir writing: the idea that great writers, great stories, and great authors are somehow… perfect. Spoiler alert—they’re not. And you don’t have to be either.
Kerry shares her own early writing fears, the pressures of living a public life, and the liberating truth that imperfection is actually where memoir magic begins. You’ll learn why messy drafts matter, how imperfection builds trust with your readers, and why your most awkward, unpolished moments are the ones that create connection.
Plus—don’t miss the free resource: 7 Steps for Embracing Imperfection, a guide to help you write with more freedom, honesty, and courage.
In this episode:
- Why perfectionism freezes your writing
- Why imperfection creates intimacy + trust
- Five ways imperfection elevates your memoir
- Practical mindset shifts for writing with ease
- A behind-the-scenes look at Kerry’s early writing journey
- How to access the free guide: 7 Steps for Embracing Imperfection
- How to join Kerry’s free Facebook community: Memoir Magic for Aspiring Authors
- A reminder that your real, messy, gloriously human story is more than enough
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