Capture your life story in a book

Your life story, preserved authentically and shared with the people who matter most.

book covers designed by Mike Gartside 
Book covers designed by Mike Gartside

  • Beautifully published, full colour books from £299.

  • Confidential, empathetic and expert biography writing service.

  • Find your authentic voice with the help of an experienced writer.

  • Complete at your own pace.

  • Free, no obligation discovery session.

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✨Limited Time Offer: Claim a FREE 8-page preview e-book if you enquire in the next 24 hours (RRP £299)*

Beautifully designed books to capture your legacy

Black and white photograph of a woman with short hair smiling, with text reading "Clair" and "James Jones"
Open book with chapter title 'The early years of mischief' on the left page and a black-and-white photo of children playing outside on the right page, with a girl in a white dress and hat in the center.
Open book with chapter 12 titled "Family is where the heart is" on the left page, containing placeholder text. On the right page, a photograph of a woman and a young girl smiling and hugging, with a body of water and buildings in the background.
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What happens next?

1. Book a Free Consultation

  • Confidential discussion with Mike about your project

  • Explore your aims and ambitions for your book with him.

  • Discover ways he can help you captivate your reader and tell your story with as much impact as possible.

  • Discussing your preferred print and publishing route.

  • Receive a quote from Mike with a proposed schedule for your project.

2. Writing

  • Ready to start? At an initial interview with Mike you’ll outline your story and key events to include.

  • Once the synopsis is agreed, Mike will commence the writing, liaising regularly with you.

  • There will likely be further information gathering, independent research and additional interviews or emailed questions.

  • He will write and check the manuscript before sending it to you to approve.

3. Design and Publishing

  • Depending on your preferred publishing route, Mike will either design the cover and key graphical elements before uploading to to online publishing software…

  • Or design the book in full himself. Once the book is fully set, you have the opportunity to proof and correct it, before sending it to print.

  • Additionally, you have the option to work with designers and other publishing professionals in Mike’s network to give you extra perspective on your project.

🗓️ Schedule a planning session

It all starts with a conversation

Request a session to get insights, answers, and a plan of how your story can be crafted into a timeless memoir.

Would you prefer to ping me an email or pick up the phone for a chat? Then reach out to:

Contact information for mikegtartside at gmail dot com, plus 44 (0) 7980 685916