How it Works

Capturing your story is simpler than you think.

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Every great story starts with a conversation

At True North Stories, we make it easy to turn your memories into something lasting. We create beautifully written, professionally designed books that capture your voice and your journey. Whether you want to record a life story, a family history, or a shared adventure, our process keeps things relaxed, personal, and deeply human.

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Step 1:

Begin the Journey

Start with a short consultation call.
We’ll talk through what you’re hoping to create, who the story is for, and what kind of book feels right. I’ll explain how the process works, including how interviews are recorded, transcribed, and shaped into a book. Once you’re ready, I’ll help you choose the right package and send a short questionnaire to help guide our conversations.

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Step 2:

Settle In and Share

We chat. You talk. I listen.
Each interview is a relaxed, recorded conversation that unfolds naturally. I guide you through memories and reflections, following what feels important rather than sticking to a script. These recordings become the foundation of your book and are later transcribed so your words can be worked with carefully and accurately.

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Step 3:

The First Draft

Your interviews are transcribed using AI transcription tools, creating a detailed written record of your words. From this, I create an initial working draft. AI is used at this stage to help turn long spoken conversations into structured text, but this draft is only a starting point.

I then rewrite, restructure, and shape the story by hand, crafting it into a third-person narrative that reads with ease and warmth. Voice, tone, and pacing are adjusted carefully so the book sounds like you, not a transcript and not a machine.

You’ll receive a first draft to review, refine, and add to.

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Step 4:

Design and Finishing Touches

Once the text is complete, your words are paired with your chosen photographs, page layouts, and design style. During editing, AI tools are used for technical checks such as grammar, repetition, and consistency, while I focus on clarity, flow, and meaning.

You’ll receive a digital proof to review before anything goes to print. Names, dates, and details are checked, and changes can still be made to ensure everything feels right.

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Step 5:

Your Book Arrives

Your finished book arrives by post, carefully wrapped and ready to keep or gift. Nothing is printed without your approval, and every book has been read, checked, and signed off by me before it leaves my hands.

No Tech Skills Required, No Pressure
Just Stories

We take care of everything — transcription, writing, editing, design, and printing. All you need to do is show up and talk. If you’d prefer to meet face to face, we can visit your home or chat online.

Ready to Begin Your Story?

Choose your package or book a short discovery call. We’ll help you find the perfect fit.

Start Your Story
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