Your Story Deserves to Be Told
You’ve built something worth remembering. Whether you're celebrating a 50-year legacy, preparing for a leadership transition, or honoring the impact of your institution—you're looking for more than just a timeline or list of accomplishments.
You want a story that resonates. A book that captures the heart of what you’ve built.
That’s where I come in.
I help organizations document their history through custom-written, commemorative books.
These are rich, narrative-driven publications created for anniversaries, retirements, donor campaigns, historical archives, or internal milestones. Every project is deeply researched, thoughtfully written, and professionally prepared for print.
Your book might:
Honor decades of service and leadership
Celebrate your company’s contributions to the community
Capture the origin story of your institution
Serve as a keepsake for employees, alumni, or donors
Preserve cultural memory for future generations
Help attract future investors and recruit top talent by showcasing your legacy
Each project is custom-built through a careful, collaborative process that results in a piece of work you’ll be proud to share.
Most of my clients come to me with a feeling more than a plan.
they say things like:
“We’ve got a big milestone coming up and want to do something meaningful.”
“There’s so much history here, but we don’t know where to start.”
“We want to honor the people who built this place.”
They’re looking for someone who can lead the project, organize the pieces, ask the right questions, and turn decades of legacy into a compelling, professional book.
The Process
Every project is different, but here’s how we typically work:
Discovery & Proposal
We begin with a call to talk through your goals, audience, and timeline. You’ll receive a detailed proposal with scope, pricing, and suggested next steps.
Story Development
This is where the research begins. I conduct interviews—often 30 to 60 per project—and review primary and secondary sources, including archives, reports, and photos.
Manuscript Writing
Using everything we gather, I write a narrative that’s historically accurate, emotionally engaging, and aligned with your organization’s tone and values.
Design & Print Coordination
Once the manuscript is finalized, I collaborate with designers, illustrators, and publishers to bring the book to life. Whether you want a hardcover coffee table piece or something simple and archival, I help manage the production process from start to finish.
“the book captured the spirit of our company”
“Working with Shona was a truly enjoyable experience. Her detailed process and thoughtful interviews brought Unifi’s story to life. The final book captured our company’s spirit and is something we’re proud to share with employees, customers, and investors.”
-- Eddie Ingle, CEO, Unifi
Timeline & Investment
Most projects take 12–24 months from start to finish.
Project fees vary depending on complexity and length, with starting rates around $99,000, payable in project phases. Every quote includes research, interviews, writing, and project management.
If your organization needs a formal proposal to present to leadership or board members, I’m happy to prepare one.
Some of our clients include:
Let’s Tell Your Story
If you’re approaching a major milestone or simply want to preserve your story while the voices who built it are still around, now is the time. Let’s talk about what’s possible.