Kindling
Begin a journal

From conversation to bound memoir

You stay in complete editorial control. Iris helps you remember the rich details. You decide what to keep.

STEP 01

Set up your journal

Tell us who the journalee is and add family members. Iris uses this context to ask richer questions.

STEP 02

Schedule calls with Iris

Book hour-long calls on your schedule. Iris calls you and asks warm, thoughtful questions.

STEP 03

Review and edit chapters

A chapter draft is auto-generated from the call. You edit, approve, or reject entirely.

STEP 04

Add and place photographs

Upload photos and place them in chapters to illustrate moments and bring stories to life.

STEP 05

Finalize your memoir

Review the complete manuscript, reorder chapters, customize the cover, and approve for print.

STEP 06

Receive your memoir

Your linen-bound hardcover arrives with a digital archive of chapters, photos, and transcripts.

Ready to preserve a life story?

Start your journal and schedule your first call with Iris.

Begin a journal