Life Stories

From Star Words

Preserving your memories for future generations.

Your life is made up of important memories & wonderful stories...

Before they are forgotten, why not document them with the help of a professional writer?

Choose from a 'potted life history' - birth to teenage years, education, career, children, travels and retirement - or a selection of favourite anecdotes and family stories to cherish and share with future generations.

This is your life story, I'm simply here to help you write it.

STEP 1: RESEARCH

Once we have agreed which Life Story package is best suited to your needs and your budget, we will book in our sessions so you can relax and enjoy recalling your memories, in person, online or by phone.

STEP 2: CREATE

Using our interview notes, I will write your unique Life Story. To complement your memories, we will include photographs of holidays, pets, cars, houses, school reports, certificates, recipes and letters...

STEP 3: SHARE

After the final proofing and review stage, you will receive your finished Life Story (in digital PDF and Word versions) to share with loved ones or to have printed [see FAQs for more information].

Choose Your Package

Sophie Astin, Founder of Star Words

SILVER

5000 words + 5 images
£550

This is an ideal package for a 'potted' life story, a series of anecdotes or a collection of memories from a specific period of your life.

GOLD

10,000 words + 10 images

£950

The perfect choice for a more substantial story, this option can be divided into short chapters or themes according to chronology, people or places.

PLATINUM

15,000 words + 20 images

£1550

This is your life! Together we will document your treasured memories in more detail: from childhood and school, marriage and children, work and retirement - and everything else in between!

About Me

I have over 20 years' experience as professional writer, working both on magazines as the lead features writer and working with businesses to create website copy, blogs and articles.

I'm known for being professional and friendly and, having spent my early career as the Personal Assistant to Douglas Adams, author of Hitchhikers's Guide to the Galaxy, I understand the importance of privacy and discretion.

Now I look forward to writing your unique life story.

How long is each session?

Each session typically lasts 60 minutes, either in person at a location of your choice. The number of sessions is typically as follows: SILVER - up to 3 GOLD - up to 4 PLATINUM - up 5 Please note that while I am happy to travel to within 5 miles of Tunbridge Wells, for distances of up to 25 miles, petrol is charged at 45p per mile.
Do sessions have to take place in person?

Not at all! While I am based in Tunbridge Wells (UK), I am happy to document your Life Story over the phone or via video link (Zoom/Skype/FaceTime). Please note that while I am happy to travel to within 5 miles of Tunbridge Wells, for distances of up to 25 miles, petrol is charged at 45p per mile.
How much does a Life Story cost?

Choose from a range of packages, as follows: SILVER (up to 5000 words + 5 images) - £550 GOLD (up to 10,000 words + 10 images) - £950 PLATINUM (up to 15,000 words + 20 images) - £1550 Once you have chosen the package best suited to your Life Story, I will take a 50% deposit by way of agreement, with the remaining amount paid on delivery of your completed Life Story.
Can I have my Life Story printed as a book?

While Star Words doesn't offer this as a service, your Life Story will be presented a PDF, ready to take to a printer.
Can I buy a Life Story for someone else, as a gift?

Of course! A Life Story is a wonderful and unique gift but does, of course, require the recipient to offer their time to document their stories with me.

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Find out more about creating your Life Story &
get in touch for a free initial chat. I'd love to hear from you.