Questions About How to Write an Autobiographical Novel

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When writing a biography, does one start in the beginning, such as at one's birth, or does one select some special occasion to elaborate on?

Alexander I've read biographies that begin with the parents of a subject, in fact. The beginning can be quite far back.…moreI've read biographies that begin with the parents of a subject, in fact. The beginning can be quite far back.(less)

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This book has moved me deeply and inspired me to write what has been sitting inside me but not yet festering. Chee is a kind and thoughtful person and author and I thank him for this creative, honest, offering to all of us. I wish I could take a writing class from him! Is there any way that can happen?

Nick James Chee is currently associate professor of creative nonfiction and fiction writing at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire

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