Is writing a book on your bucket list? If it isn’t, maybe it should be.

There are plenty of reasons why you should write a book. It might be to realize a longstanding dream of publishing your own work. Or maybe you’ve always wanted to see your name in print. Perhaps you feel your story is something the world needs to hear. All these goals are valid, but there are many more reasons why you should consider picking up that pen.

Have you ever sat down with the intention of writing a story and suddenly found yourself at a loss for words? Ever been inspired to write something but that inspiration dried up before you even finished the first paragraph? Call it writer’s block, creative constipation, or whatever you will, it can be a frustrating experience.

Let me tell you a little about myself, so you understand why I’m so passionate about what I do.

Growing up in a large family taught me a few things about storytelling. Whether it was a Tuesday night dinner or a summer holiday in Nova Scotia with generations of relatives in attendance, sharing stories was a cherished family tradition. Before the internet, gathering together to swap tales was our way of entertaining ourselves, catching up, and reconnecting.

Writing Your Story Doesn’t Mean You Need to Write a Bestselling Novel!

People often think they must write a book if they want to pen their personal and family stories. This isn’t true. Your stories are your own, and they can be as short or lengthy as you want them to be.

Your personal stories are your most precious heirlooms. They’re all unique, and unlike material goods, they’re irreplaceable. Ironically, it’s our physical property we worry most about protecting. Of course there’s nothing wrong with wanting to pass down a piece of jewelry, artwork, or other object that has monetary or sentimental value to us. But it’s the intangible stuff that most deserves safeguarding.