From memory to page

Turn scattered memories into a book

You do not need to write a memoir from scratch. Start with what you have - a voice recording, a box of photos, a few things you remember clearly. MeldLife shapes it into chapters and a finished story you can print or share.

Free to start. No credit card needed.

How it works

  1. 1Add raw memories. Voice recordings, photos, short notes. You do not need to organise them or know the order first.
  2. 2MeldLife builds the timeline. Each memory is placed in approximate chronological order. The picture fills in as you add more.
  3. 3Chapters are generated. Related memories are shaped into readable narrative sections. You review and edit each one.
  4. 4Export when you are ready. A polished PDF or a printed and bound copy, formatted to look like a proper book.

What goes into the story

  • Voice recordings and transcripts
  • Photos with captions and context
  • Written notes and short memories
  • Video clips (transcript included in the story)
  • Documents and scanned letters

All of it goes on the timeline first. The book is built from the timeline - so the order feels natural, not arbitrary.

What the finished story looks like

The export is laid out for reading, not just archiving. Chapters have clear headings, photos are embedded at the right points, and the layout works both on screen and in print.

A premium PDF is available to all premium subscribers. A printed and bound copy is available as an additional option once the story is ready to finalise.

Common questions

Do I have to write the book myself?

No. You start with raw memories - voice recordings, photos, short notes. MeldLife generates chapter drafts from those. You review and edit, but you do not start from a blank page.

What format is the finished book in?

You can export a polished PDF at any time. A printed and bound copy is available as a premium option once your story is ready. Both are designed to look good, not like a word-processed document.

How long does it take?

The story grows at your pace. Some families capture a short but complete story in a few weeks of occasional recording. Others add to it for months. There is no deadline.

What if I want to edit the generated chapters?

Every chapter draft is fully editable. The AI-generated text is a starting point, not the final word. You control what stays, what changes, and what gets added.

Can I export before the story is finished?

Yes. You can export a PDF of what you have at any point. Many families export a partial story for a birthday or anniversary and continue adding to it afterwards.

Start the story now

One voice note or one photo is enough to begin. The book comes later, once the memories are there.

Begin for free

Free to start. No card needed.