For each client, there is an initial, free meeting to see if we get along, discuss what you want to do, and take a look at your photographs and other visual materials. Then, Memorata prepares a quote for a package that meets your needs and budget constraints.
Look over the packages below to get an idea of typical costs.
Basic Memoir Book: 100-page book $4,700
This is the least expensive book package and is an excellent choice for individuals who want to produce a quality memoir as quickly as possible. This package offers minimal flexibility in scheduling and design, but provides as close to immediate gratification as possible. Production takes five to six months.
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Deluxe Memoir Book: 200-page book $12,000
This is our most popular package. It is recommended for individuals who have already written some memoir material, or who have lots of photos and mementos to work with. Production takes between seven and ten months.
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Video Memoir: 15-minute video (tape or DVD) $16,500
The video package is designed for individuals who have lots of photos and memorabilia, love music, and want to make a big splash. Production takes between five and six months.
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Simple recording package: 1-hour tape or video $500
This is recommended for those who simply want a tape or video of a loved one telling stories. We record or video in one session and deliver a packaged tape or video two weeks later.
Simple transcription package: bound transcript $800
This is recommended for those who want a transcript of a loved one’s stories. We record the subject in one session and two weeks later, deliver a lightly-edited transcript on standard letter-sized paper in an off-the-shelf binder.