Documenting life stories is not one-size-fits-all. There’s no right or wrong… except not doing it at all! The most important thing is to find a method that’s right for you.
If having a beautiful, lasting book is your goal, Log Your Legacy is not your only option. In this post, I’ll introduce you to my friends at No Story Lost, including their products, process, and people – and why I feel confident recommending them – so you can decide if it’s the right solution to preserve your memories.
Please note that, at no extra cost to you, I may earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase from No Story Lost as a result of my referral. Rest assured I only recommend products and services that I believe in and feel confident promoting.
The product: professionally designed photo and stories book
Let’s start with the end. What do you receive upon completion of a family legacy project with No Story Lost?
- 8×10” hardcover, premium quality book
- Full color cover and pages
- Three options: 12,000 words/24 photos; 24,000 words/48 photos; 36,000 words/72 photos
- Opportunity to order additional copies of the book
- Included extras: interview audio recordings, digital copy of the book
As you can see, No Story Lost has standardized their products to make it easy to compare and choose the best option for you. While you might not have as much flexibility for different book sizes, layflat pages, or assistance creating a family tree, there’s definitely something to be said for this simplicity — especially if it’s exactly what you’re looking for.
The process: ‘hello’ to hardcover in as little as 8 weeks
With a team of professionals specializing in interviewing, writing, and designing, No Story Lost has streamlined the creation of your family keepsake.
Upon placing your order online, you’ll have a welcome call followed by interviews with yourself or your loved one(s). They’ll then transcribe and write your stories, design the layout, and incorporate photos provided by your family. Finally, you’ll have an opportunity to review the work, request edits, and wait for delivery to your doorstep.
Provided your schedules align, No Story Lost can have your book completed in eight weeks from the time you place your order.
The people: co-founders that care
Like me, the co-founders of No Story Lost started their business from a desire to preserve their own family’s stories, memories, and advice. Having previously worked together on a different startup business, cousins Andrew and Jeremy dove head first into this new mission, even appearing on the Canadian version of Shark Tank!
I had no expectations when I reached out to No Story Lost. It just seemed like the right thing to do after realizing how closely our ventures were aligned. Suddenly, I found myself in contact with multiple members of their team, including Andrew and Jeremy. Instead of seeing us as competitors, they have been genuinely interested in connecting and collaborating, ultimately ensuring more family stories are documented before they’re lost – a win-win for us all.
No Story Lost may be a good fit if…
How do you know if this is the right choice? You may choose to work with No Story Lost if:
- You want a hands-on solution where you talk to real humans and they compile the words and photos into a professional-quality book
- A No Story Lost project fits your budget (NSL books start at $899 USD)
- You explore their website and it just feels right!
At the time of this publishing, No Story Lost has already captured over 100 families’ stories — with touching testimonials and beautiful sample projects to prove you are in good hands. To learn more about preserving your or a loved ones’ memories with No Story Lost, visit nostorylost.com.
