Autobiographies are life histories written by the person it is about. There are many reasons for writing autobiographies. Sometimes teachers ask students to create an autobiography for a class project. Other times, one is written for a blog or as a way for readers to get a chance to know the author. Regardless of the reasons, writing an autobiography is often a very rewarding process. However,
. sometimes the writer is unsure of how to start. Which direction to take their history in, which details to include or how to organize the story. For those needing help, there are autobiography templates available on the internet. Some are intended for use with word processing software, others provide direction on how to organize thoughts and sections. Life Bio, at http://www.lifebio.com/Autobiography.htm, offers the chance to create an online autobiography. A $19.95 lifetime membership fee nets members access to an autobiography template. Its website claims there are over 225 questions available to get writers started. They can even sign up for free tips on writing their life story. This site is marketed towards those interested in writing their history to share with family and loved ones. However, there is also a template option for group autobiographies. That is useful for organizations, clubs or religious groups looking to create a story containing its history, significant events and information on future direction. Microsoft has a free template available for download at http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/CT010251797.aspx?tl=2#ai:TC010103067|. A PowerPoint template, it is easily adaptable for many types of uses. It is originally intended as a biography template. Biographies are life stories written by someone else. It is easily to adapt it to an autobiographical use, however. There is a section to add a photograph, and other sections are easy to rename and rewrite as desired. It is a small download, and all that is needed to use it is PowerPoint 2003 or later. More Reference Links: http://www.lifebio.com/Autobiography.htm http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/templates/CT010251797.aspx?tl=2#ai:TC010103067|
