memories matter.
Honor your loved ones by sharing Your stories, Your legacy.
WORK WITH Me
What is a life story?
A life story is your story! I work closely with you to capture and preserve your unique experiences in an heirloom-quality book. Whether you want to focus on specific moments or your entire life’s journey, I can help you weave your history, experiences and life lessons into a memoir that you and your family will cherish for generations. You can choose from hard and soft-covered books or even opt for an e-book.
Will your life story take the form of a recipe book, a short story or a full memoir? Will it celebrate your spouse, detail your career, military service, family life or perhaps all of that and more? The choice is yours. You share, and I’ll listen and record every detail.
A life story book also makes a wonderful anniversary or birthday gift for a loved one.
Touchstone Storytelling LLC is based in Bloomington, Illinois, but I’m happy to travel or connect with you via video chat, phone, or whatever medium works best for you.
Charlene Homan
Who am I?
I’m glad you found me!
I am a seasoned writer and the founder of Touchstone Storytelling LLC in Bloomington, IL, which I established in December 2015. Through this endeavor, I craft, edit and design personal histories and family stories, transforming them into custom books that preserve legacies for generations to come. Motivated by the belief that everyone has a story to tell, I find deep fulfillment in helping clients share their unique narratives with loved ones.
In addition to leading Touchstone Storytelling, I am an accomplished freelance editor, book designer and business communication manager. With 20 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations and development, I bring a wealth of expertise to every project.
I am also an active community member, having served on the board of directors for Faith in Action and The Professional Women of McLean County. Currently, I am the co-founder and a board member of The ExtraOrdinary Women Project BN, a storytelling platform dedicated to uplifting and celebrating women in my community.
I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Eastern Illinois University, with minors in Journalism and Public Relations.
Touchstone Storytelling LLC serves Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, and the surrounding states. However, I am willing to work with clients long-distance and we can work together to find a cost-effective and creative means in which to communicate and capture your story.
Happy writing!